About the Solutions

Artist, author, and speaker damali ayo was asked by a member one of her audiences to present a series of comprehensive and immediate solutions to the persistent problem of racism. Excited for the challenge, damali decided that “the more people arrive at the solutions the better chance they have of working for a wider range of people.” damali put the task to her email list of 2000+ people of many races from the United States and around the world. They sent in their responses and she compiled this guide using their words.

damali travels the country teaching groups how to implement these solutions. Her dynamic "You Can Fix Racism!" presentation uses art, photos, videos, and unforgettable stories to show the solutions in action.

About damali ayo damali has made one of our culture's toughest topics manageable and fun. Her first book How to Rent a Negro was acclaimed as "one of the most trenchant and amusing commentaries on contemporary race relations." It was granted a 2005 Honorable Mention in the Outstanding Book Awards from the Gustavus Meyers Center for the Study of Bigotry and Human Rights. Her second book Obamistan! Land without Racism: Your Guide to the New America debunked the myth of a post-race world. Her radio story "Living Flag: Panhandling for Reparations" won a Silver Reel Award from the National Federation of Community Broadcasters. damali's work "race tag" is featured in The American Anthropological Association's "Understanding Race" exhibition. She has a BA in American Civilization and Public Policy from Brown University and an MFA in visual art from Portland State Univeristy.

When you bring this presentation and damali's engaging personal expertise to your community you will start an exciting and ongoing dialogue.