Founded in 2022 with an open mic at Harvey Milk's historic camera shop by Mama Ganuush and ZAK. HALA grow to a multifaceted platform celebrating performance, visual, film, and writing projects.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to decolonizing art and centering the voices of Trans and gender variant activist artists, particularly from indigenous communities and the global south. By fostering joy, resistance, and cultural education, we aim to dismantle colonial narratives and build long-term community resilience and sustainability — Learn more about our principles.
Our Vision
We aspire to be a transformative force in the arts, promoting liberation from colonial narratives, amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, and sustaining joy and activism through intersectional, equitable, and innovative artistic expression. hala collective envisions a world where decolonized art empowers communities and sustains the pursuit of freedom and justice for all —Explore our programs.