Marcus Correa, Carlos Jaramillo, and Thomas Lopez join Now Instant for the West Coast launch of TOKALA, a photo and film series exploring the intersection of climate and social justice through youth organizers and the communities they advocate for. The evening is free and open to the public, and will feature presentations of the first two films in the series by Jazmin Garcia, which will remain on loop in the cinema throughout the event.

A DJ set by VAGO will take place downstairs in the bar, and Churros Galeno will be available on Chung King Road.

Guests are welcome to arrive at any time during the evening.

Featuring thirteen activists from eleven locations across the United States, the series reflects the varied climates and lifestyles in each region while illuminating the connecting thread of injustice. TOKALA—photographed by Carlos Jaramillo and styled by Marcus Correa—offers an educational platform for a wider audience to visually understand the many faces of climate justice through stylized portraits complimented by fine art documentary imagery. The goal of TOKALA is two-fold: to spread awareness of climate realities and to shift the narrative being presented to the general public. Though the causes are complex, the reality is consistent: QBIPOC communities are disproportionately affected by climate change and have always been at the forefront of the fight against it.Printed in Italy the hardcover book includes full color print imagery accompanied by text bios of each activist and an afterword from renown model & activist Quannah Chasinghorse.

Casebound Varnished paper hardcover and back with dual inlay images and gold foil debossed text

10 x 13.5 inches

Published, Edited & Designed by Convoke NYC

A cinematic and lyrical journey into Hoopa youth organizer Danielle's (Abalone Eyes) deep connection with the land. This short film is a visual ode to the lessons Danielle has learned:

“Frog teaches you that you should always help others…” 

“Butterfly brought color to the world…” 

Her own reflections provide insight and encourage a deeper analysis of the way we interact with mother earth, as well as the importance of cultivating a reciprocal relationship of mutual support with nature. The health of the Klamath and Trinity River is a direct reflection of the health of the forest, the land, and the community.

Sumaya Bouhbal is the founder and creative director of a group of young artists, activists, and friends who live and breathe collective youth empowerment. 

“Climate justice is racial justice”, they proclaim as they radically imagine an alternative vision of a sustainable New York. This film is a dynamic portrait of the way empowered youths decolonize the past, take the reins of their present, in hopes of a liberated future.

Please note: seating is limited. Doors open thirty minutes prior to the listed showtime. Your RSVP does not guarantee you a seat in the screening room. Seating is first-come, first-served.