To honor Black History Month, AGMA will spotlight Black/African American voices by sharing the stories, experiences, and contributions of Black artists and professionals who shape our industry. We invite members of the Black/African American community to join us in recognizing the past, celebrating the present, and uplifting the future of Black voices. Selected submissions will be featured on AGMA’s website, newsletter, and social platforms throughout February.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
Response Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026, 8:00 p.m. PT
Submissions can be made by filling out this form and either selecting to:
- Submit a written reflection/story (150-500 words suggested); poetry and artwork are also accepted OR
- ‘Sit down’ with AGMA’s Communications Coordinator for a short interview. (Interviews will be conducted either over Zoom or email, whichever you prefer!)
Some submission ideas:
- How does your background influence the themes, stories, or styles in your work?
- Share a project, performance, or artwork that reflects your culture or personal history.
- Discuss a cultural tradition or practice that inspires your creative process.
- A cherished family tradition or cultural ritual that shaped who you are.
- A memory, celebration, or experience that helped you connect to your roots.
- Reflections on identity: How do you navigate multiple cultural identities in your personal or professional life?
- Stories of navigating cultural boundaries in professional or artistic spaces.
- Stories of mentorship, solidarity, or support within your communities.
- Challenges you’ve faced and how you overcame them.
- Moments when representation (or the lack of it) impacted your work or sense of belonging.
- How do language, food, or family traditions connect you to your heritage?
We look forward to hearing from our members! This is AGMA’s first time inviting member submissions to celebrate Black History Month, and we are excited to grow this effort together. As always, AGMA is looking for ways to highlight and uplift the voices of our members, and we hope this will be the first of many opportunities to share and celebrate the diverse stories that make up our union.