Zami DC is a free summer creative writing workshop taught by local artists Be Steadwell and Taylor Johnson for lgbtq youth in the DC area. The workshop consists of poetry and songwriting classes, weekly features with local artists, discussions on continuing education, art in the community, and career options. The program ends with a final performance allowing students to take the stage.

The workshop will be held four blocks from Dupont Metro, and scheduling is still open.

Zami DC is featured on “This Light: Sounds for Social Change”, a radio series featuring young artists/activists who use their art to incite progressive social change. Each episode features two segments: 1) dynamic interviews with artists about their work and its relation to activism; and 2) (re)mix of artistic work (music, poetry, soundscape, etc.).

Episode 1a features Be Steadwell and Taylor Johnson, founders of Zami DC.

Episode 1b is a mix of their music and poetry.

To learn more about Zami DC, contact them at Zamidc@gmail.com or visit their facebook page.