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June 30, 2023

Revolution and Reflection through Mind in Flux: Artist SJ Willis Interview

PMC
June 30, 2023

Charlotte-based artist SJ Willis, and 2023 Firebrand Sophie Yost talk about SJ's work "Mind in Flux", queer identity, and the inspiration behind SJ's art. "Mind in Flux" is a striking mix of revolution and reflection through the lens of Black, queer identity and emotions.

Watch the full interview here or on Vimeo

Interview Transcript

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Visit the Pauli Murray Center

The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice is located at 906 Carroll St., Durham, NC 27701.

We are pleased to offer many opportunities for visitors to engage with this incredible space each week, including public tours, events, and community gathers. While we are open many Wednesdays and Saturdays, please see our calendar to ensure we are open on the day you wish to visit.

Our mailing address is P.O. Box 541, Durham, NC 27702.

Contact us at info@paulimurraycenter.org or 919.229.9013

 

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Our Director of Education and Outreach, Anjalique Knight, had an amazing time at the 2026 #NCYouthSummit this past weekend. Hosted in collaboration with @Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center, @The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill In her monthly reflection, Angela Thorpe Mason, Executive Director of the Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice reflects on the essential nature of celebrating Black History. Angela writes: "Through Proud Shoes, Rev. Dr. Pauli Murra
The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice honors and uplifts Black history year-round, and this February we're excited to offer a variety of opportunities to intentionally engage with us. Visit our linktree to learn more about these oppo "If there were moments of deep despair in those years, there was also the sustaining knowledge that the quest for human dignity is part of a continuous movement through time and history linked to a higher force.. Pitting my intelligence against Are you looking for a keynote, conversation partner, or panelist for your Black History Month program? Our Executive Director, Angela Thorpe Mason, is available for presentations, keynotes, panels, fireside chats, Employee Resource Group chats and in During the summer of 1943, Pauli Murray bore witness to state-sanctioned violence, including the murders of protestors by law enforcement. In response, they completed their poem "Dark Anger," which later became "Dark Testament". 
At a time when federal censorship is shaping college campuses, we are honored to open our space as a refuge for LGBTQ+ students ages 18–25. This gathering invites participants to connect with their inner child through guided conversations cente The Young Activist Package at the Pauli Murray Center is designed to make our space more accessible for families and small groups with youth under 18. ✨

This ticket package includes admission for up to four people (no more than two adults) to explor Due to the impending winter storm, the Pauli Murray Center will be closed on Saturday, January 24th. If you pre-purchased tickets for our Open Saturday, please check your email for refund details. Stay warm and stay safe! Our staff are out of the office in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We’ll be back and ready to assist you on Tuesday! ✨ Staff Spotlight ✨
This year, we’re lifting up the people behind the movement. Our Development Director reflects on the question: How does Pauli inspire your work?

"Pauli Murray reminds me of my great-great aunt who was born and raised i
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