In-person at MODA
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About the Event:
Join us at MODA for a powerful evening with Omari Souza, founder of the State of Black Design conference and editor of the newly released book Design Against Racism: Creating Work That Transforms Communities.
Souza will share the stories, ideas, and strategies behind this groundbreaking collection, which calls out design’s past shortcomings while showing how it can be a force for equity and positive change. Together, we’ll dive into themes like:
How the white gaze has shaped design—and how to challenge it
Language as both a barrier and a tool for resistance
Hip-Hop Architecture and Afrofuturism as design strategies for innovation and justice
What it means to truly design with communities, not just for them
What to Expect:
A conversation between Omari Souza and Marryam Moma, an Atlanta-based Tanzanian-Nigerian artist who creates analog collages that explore the Black experience, celebrating the strength and joy of bodies while challenging societal perceptions
The conversation will be moderated by Aneya Raynor, an award-winning editorial and graphic designer based in Atlanta
Insights on how design can fight racism and spark transformation
An opportunity to connect with fellow design enthusiasts and advocates for equity in design.
A chance for your copy of Design Against Racism: Creating Work That Transforms Communities signed by the author.
This is a must-attend event for designers, students, educators, and anyone passionate about social justice and the power of design to drive change.
About Omari Souza
Omari Souza is a first-generation American of Jamaican descent who was raised in the Bronx, NY. He is an Assistant Professor of Communication Design at the University of North Texas and organizer of the State of Black Design conference. He received his BFA in Digital Media from the Cleveland Institute of Art and his MFA in Design from Kent State University.
Registration: $15 | $10 for MODA Members
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Pre-Order Your Copy of Design Against Racism: Creating Work That Transforms Communities:
To ensure you receive a copy, we suggest you pre-order a copy of the book when you register for the talk.
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The Museum of Design Atlanta is conveniently located in the Midtown Arts District, right across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center at 1315 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309.
MODA is located on the ground floor of the 1315 Peachtree Building. The building is a mix use site and is shared by MODA, the Peachtree Public Library, and Perkins+Will.
MODA resides on the land of the Mvskoke (Muscogee / Creek) people.
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Parking
MODA does not offer designated parking. There are public parking lots located in the Midtown Arts district, as well as metered parking available along Peachtree St NE. The paid Lanier parking deck at 1337 Peachtree St NE is the closest deck within walking distance of the museum.
Bike Riders
For visitors traveling by bike, there are plenty of bike racks conveniently located around MODA! You can find them along Peachtree Street, including right outside of MODA, and at the Arts Center MARTA Station. Don’t forget to bring a lock!
Marta
If visiting by train, take the North or South rail line to the Arts Center MARTA Station (N5), located directly behind the Woodruff Arts Center (accessible). Exit the Arts Center Station at the top level by the Peachtree Street exit. You will be behind the Woodruff Arts Center. MODA is located directly across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center. Use the cross-walk at the intersection of 16th and Peachtree to reach our building.
For more information on MARTA schedules, maps, and connections from other transit providers, please visit the MARTA website.
We offer a 20% discount on museum admission for patrons who used public transportation to get to MODA! (DOES NOT APPLY TO SUNDAY FUNDAY SPECIAL RATE)
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MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met, but don't worry: should MODA have to cancel, we will gladly issue a full refund to all registrants. If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us at least 7 days prior to the event start. By doing so, we can process a refund for the ticket cost (minus a small $10 processing fee per class). Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds for cancellations made less than 7 days before an event.
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Designers with different styles of learning or special needs are welcome in MODA public programs. We will be able to most effectively help everyone learn and enjoy this experience if we know about those needs in advance of the program. Please email miranda@museumofdesign.org with questions or information.
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Pictures and videos will be captured during MODA public programs and may be published on the official website, social media, and newsletters of the Museum of Design Atlanta. If you do not wish to appear on these platforms, please write to felicia@museumofdesign.org.
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