LoveSound: An Evening of Soul Sisters - 11/2

Friends of the Congo and WPFW invite you to LoveSound:  An Evening of Soul Sisters in Support of Friends of the Congo and WPFW on Sunday, November 2, 5-8pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church - 400 I Street, SW, Washington. 

The evening features performances by musicians and poets including Free BenJamin, Wayna, Anna Mwalagho, Ayanna Gregory, Navasha  Daya, Laini Mataka, Janelle Gill, CeLilliane Green and Sweet Honey In the Rock. This will be an evening affirming the work of both Friends of the Congo’s DRC Women, Peace and Security Centre in Kinshasa, and WPFW!

Details and tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lovesound-an-evening-of-soul-sisters-in-performance-tickets-1818198162649

Flow with the Congo - 10/25

When Life Flows in partnership with Friends of Congo and Freedom Futures Collective present “Flow with the Congo”. The event closes out Congo Week on Saturday, October 25th at Bokum Cafe in Adam’s Morgan from 1pm-4pm. Performances by young artists from throughout the African diaspora include Sir E.U, Danjalè, Nas B, Lucky Svn, and more. The visual art of Esteban Whiteside and Bobby Sage will also be showcased. 

Music, Memory and Social Justice Starts Oct 12

WPFW has offered inspiring music, poignant stories and  critical journalism for over 48 years.  Whether reminiscing while hearing Nina Simone, or learning about the harm done due to gross global inequity, WPFW has been the soundtrack for moments of revelation, joy, sadness and resistance!

Black Messiah: Celebrating the Brilliance of D’Angelo - 11/1

Black Messiah: Celebrating the Brilliance of D’Angelo will showcase D’Angelo’s genius expressed in a deep understanding of rhythm and space, and how his work was a bridge between musical eras, honoring the soul greats of the past, while carrying their torch forward, influencing the next generation of neo-soul artists!  This will also be a special day of fundraising for WPFW! 

New WPFW App Available!

The NEW WPFW mobile App is available now for both iOS and Android. Download to your phone and/or tablet today and have WPFW with you every where you go. 

iOS

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wpfw-radio/id6749693298?platform=iphone

Android

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.pacifica.wpfw

Pacifica Foundation Director’s Statement on Congress defunding Public Media

Pacifica Foundation Director’s statement on Congress defunding Public Media 

CLICK HERE TO READ PACIFICA FOUNDATION DIRECTOR'S STATEMENT

Join the Jazz and Justice Circle

To all past, present, and future major donors to WPFW: WPFW is pleased to announce the revamping, renaming, and relaunch of the WPFW major donor recognition program to now be known as the Jazz & Justice Circle. - formally known as the Circle of Excellence.

Learn more on how you can become a member by CLICKING HERE.