“Welcome Home” is a photography series that brings visibility to the voices of three Black immigrants to tell a story of resilience, strength, and community. Black immigrants face a higher rate of deportation and detention compared to other immigrant communities. This is mostly due to increased policing and mass criminalization of Black communities. Furthermore, we are able to see the impact of racial discrimination within social, educational, and work settings. Despite this harsh reality, not enough resources or advocacy efforts are being directed toward Black immigrant communities. The creative concept of “Welcome Home” pulls inspiration from African photographers like Malick Sidibé, Fatoumata Diabaté, and Seydou Keïta. The series aims to showcase different aspects of home and highlights the experiences of immigrants through the lens of community building. Special thank you to @herranathegreat_ and the entire @chucha.studios team for bringing be on to this amazing project. It was everything I imagined it would be🤎 Production Company: @chucha.studios Creative Director and Executive Producer: @herranathegreat_ Producer: @Sarahbi247 Photographer: Kendallbessent Set Design: @lakesidevagabond @Snikka Stylist: @ryancgale Hair: @brittvny.lee MUA: @thededream Spanish Translator: @christopherzapata_ Community Outreach Lead: @yadel_mekete Production Assistants: @MiaAba @monagaballa , @lil_prius_