When We Free the World

Kevin Powell’s first documentary film as director. When We Free the World is a deep dive into manhood, into fatherhood, through the lens of Black men and Black boys. It will tackle everything from Black Lives Matters to #MeToomovement, to mental health and violence, to hope and solutions toward having healthy definitions of manhood.

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Biography

Kevin Powell is one of the most celebrated political, cultural, literary, and hip-hop voices in America. Born and raised in Jersey City NJ to a single mother, absent father, horrific poverty, and violence, Powell has triumphed in life and is the author of 15 books.

Writing

Read highlights from Kevin’s wide collection of articles, essays, and blogs. Powell has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, CNN, The Nation, NPR, ESPN, ESSENCE, Ebony, Rolling Stone, Esquire, HuffPost, Utne Reader, The Guardian, The Baffler, The Progressive, Complex, British GQ, Amsterdam News, and other outlets.

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Speeches/Conversations

An in demand and dynamic speaker, Kevin Powell has spoken to audiences in all 50 states in the U.S. and on five continents. Explore his archive that features talks with educational institutions, corporations, and community events alike.

Multimedia

Whether commentating on politics, social justice, or pop culture, Kevin offers insightful context and perspective via various media. Browse his catalog of salient interviews with major media outlets including BBC, CBS, NBC, CNN, MSNBC, and NPR.

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Activism/Resources

For more than 30 years, Kevin has been a civil and human rights activist. Here, find a history of his work as well as his current engagements.

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