Laurence Sessou, 38, therapist, model, and artist
What makes Afropunk so special?
Celebrating myself and my vibrant community.
What song makes you want to start a revolution?
“Dans la Sauce,” Reniss.
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Jeanie Crystal, 27, art student
What makes Afropunk so special?
It’s the only festival that celebrates the role the of black musicians in the history and future of punk.
What do you stand up for?
Justice for the residents of Grenfell Tower.
Magdalene Lepri, 25, artist and shop clerk
Why is London such an exciting city to live in?
As long as diversity thrives, London will never run out of creativity.
What music makes you want to start a revolution?
Kojey Radical!
Musata Nyawwo Bhima, 25, fashion designer, poet, artist, and dancer
What makes Afropunk so special?
POC coming together, embracing each other, celebrating love and supporting one another.
What song makes you want to start a revolution?
“My People Hold on,” Eddie Kendrixx.
Nadine Artois, 28, run Pxssy Palace
What makes London such an exciting city to live in?
Because there are so many QTPOC.
What song makes you want to start a revolution?
I don’t need a song, but Princess Nokia makes me feel things.
Ayesha Tan Jones, 23, artist
What makes Afropunk so special?
The community.
Why is London such an inspiring city to live in?
Always new people to meet and inspire you.
Ramario Chevoy, 27, dancer, stylist and model
What causes do you stand up for?
Equal rights, freedom of speech.
What song makes you want to start a revolution?
“F.U.B.U.” by Solange.
Bella Sontez, 23, model and songwriter
What causes do you stand up for?
Intersectional feminism.
What song makes you want to start a revolution?
“U.N.I.T.Y.,” Queen Latifah.
This article was originally published by i-D UK.
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Photography Adama Jalloh