Born in Kenya and raised between there and Kansas, Beth Wairimũ Irũngũ emigrated to the United States with her parents and sister, where she spent much of her life as a caregiver and homemaker. Passionate about nonprofit work and community service, Beth has devoted countless hours to supporting and advocating for families, women, and children. In 2020, Black Women Photographers was established to provide community and support to women photographers. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to increasing professional and paid opportunities for Black and African creatives around the world.
Collective Energy: A Virtual Gathering is a virtual assembly of artists and intellectuals moderated by Adama Delphine Fawundu and Laylah Amatullah Barrayn. We will be discussing the global impact and need for photography collectives when it comes to women photographers.
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