Meet The Black Voices Creator, Artist, Singer and Songwriter Class of 2023

We believe in the power and importance of amplifying Black stories. From content centered around fashion and wellness, to videos about comedy and politics, Black creators and artists continue to play an important role in shaping the culture of and driving the platform forward every day. That’s why, in 2020, we created the Black Voices Fund, a global, multi-year commitment to center and grow Black creators and artists on our platform, as well as to produce and acquire new Original programs, focused on racial justice and Black experiences.As part of this Fund, we developed the Black Voices grant program, an initiative dedicated to equipping Black creators and artists with the resources to thrive on . Our first two classes have launched short films, topped Billboard charts, been nominated for and won Grammy Awards and so much more.Today, we’re pleased to announce that the Black Voices Class of 2023 is here! It’s our biggest class yet with 179 grantees, hailing from around the world and innovating in every way. Meet the class below, discover your new fav creator, and keep an eye out for all of the exciting content they’ll create in 2023.

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