Sage Sankofa
Sage Sankofa is a black non-binary visual artist and educator. They are a Philadelphia based film/digital photographer and creative director who has a passion for photography and documentaries. The purpose of their work is rooted in sharing black stories and black voices in hopes of creating a safer and inclusive space in media for black people.
Through Sage’s 8 year professional track of providing LGBTQ Competency & Racial justice trainings at schools, universities, & conferences, they are motivated and ready to protect and uplift the black queer community. By documenting our experiences the world to see, they will accomplish that.
Awarded Grants
2020
Art and Change Grant (ACG)
Overview
Sage will create non-binary Blk, a five-part documentary series that will showcase five black dark skin, non-binary individuals. This project will bring awareness to how unique non-binary experiences are and colorism that impacts how non-binary experiences are defined and valued.