Mother’s Justice Show With Rev. Harriett Walden 09-21-26 Omari hosts-Takiyah ‘TDUB’ Ward Crosses the Intersection Between Art and Social Justice

Seattle-born multidisciplinary artist and community leader Takiyah "TDUB" Ward recently joined The Mother’s Justice Show where she discussed her work leading The Re-Sole 206, Seattle's first sneaker dry cleaning and restoration studio, her role as Creative Director at Seattle’s premier events space and art gallery Colman Commons, and how art and social justice intersect. Ward described the impact of spearheading the historic 2020 Black Lives Matter street mural on Capitol Hill and discussed her collaborations with major organizations like the Seattle Seahawks. Additionally, she shared insights into her "RETROspective" exhibition featured at Colman Commons and addressed the challenges facing Black artists and small business owners in Seattle. Throughout the discussion, Ward highlighted how she continued to use art as a powerful catalyst for community connection and social advocacy.