BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:337@afrothentik.com DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T210000 DTSTAMP:20260127T071254Z URL:https://www.afrothentik.com/events/the-unapologetically-black-slam/ SUMMARY:The Unapologetically BLACK Slam! DESCRIPTION:The Unapologetically BLACK Slam! is a bold\, electric celebrati on of Black identity\, voice\, and creative power. It is a space where poe ts step into the light without shrinking\, filtering\, or explaining thems elves. Every word spoken is rooted in lived experience—joy\, rage\, humo r\, grief\, pride—and delivered with the understanding that Black storie s are not side notes\, but center stage. The slam thrives on authenticity\ , encouraging artists to speak freely and fearlessly\, honoring the fullne ss of Black existence in all its complexity.At its core\, the slam is more than a poetry competition\; it is a cultural gathering and a form of resi stance. Performances often confront systemic injustice\, generational trau ma\, love within the community\, and the everyday beauty of Black life. Th e audience is not passive—they respond\, affirm\, snap\, shout\, and bea r witness. This shared energy transforms the space into something communal and sacred\, where expression becomes healing and truth-telling becomes a n act of empowerment.\n\nThe Unapologetically BLACK Slam! also serves as a platform for emerging voices\, nurturing confidence and creative growth. It challenges performers and listeners alike to unlearn silence and embrac e self-definition on their own terms. By refusing to soften its message or dilute its impact\, the slam stands as a reminder that Black art does not need permission to exist—it simply does\, loudly and brilliantly. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.afrothentik.com/wp-content/uploads/2 026/01/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1172527469_1563558830_1_original.jpg CATEGORIES:Arts, Fine Art LOCATION:Michigan Design Center 1700 Stutz Drive Troy\, 1700 Stutz Drive Troy\, MI 48084 United States\, Michigan\, Michigan\, 48084\, Central\, Un ited States X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1700 Stutz Drive Troy\, MI 48084 United States\, Michigan\, Michigan\, 48084\, Central\, United State s;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Michigan Design Center 1700 Stutz Drive Tro y:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251102T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR