For something so essential, joy is often treated as optional.
Our world has become remarkably good at measuring success and surprisingly bad at measuring whether people are truly joyful. We measure the health of a society by…
Over the last year and some change, I have experienced transformations, deaths and closed doors. I ended a pivotal relationship. Moved out of the home we shared and the…
You know how we feel about voting here at The F.U.N. Manifesto. It’s not just a civic duty, it’s an expression of power! Voting is our way of shaping the future, making sure our communities reflect our values and priorities.
This is a conversation between Jenn Johns and ATLAS Ai
Jenn Johns, Founder of The F.U.N. Manifesto: I am so frustrated. I’ve been on this journey, starting with a project called Fun2Heal. I went to South Africa with…
In the United States, the last formal education most of us received about civics—or how our government operates—likely took place back in middle or high school. However, the dynamics of governance extend far beyond what we learned in our youth…
"Her voice is staggering in its power, and her songs are fiery, bass-heavy sermons, preaching the problems of the oppressed and the merits of healing." — Mother Jones
"Those who have witnessed her shows over the years can speak to…
It feels wonderful to be back home in the States. I feel something big and beautiful brewing for us here! South Africa, as always taught me so much about myself, my heart…
YO! My God! Performing at the PACOFS Theater for the Hae Lapeng Festival was EVERYTHING!! Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Artistic Director Napo Masheane, the first Black female to hold this position, the theater…