The 2021 Tribeca Festival has revealed more information about its Juneteenth programming lineup, celebrating Black stories and storytellers throughout the New York event running from June 9-20. While some of the films, TV shows and other projects screening as part of the Juneteenth celebration have already been revealed, the festival revealed Thursday that Stacey Abrams would receive its inaugural Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award, given to those who have used storytelling and the arts to enact change in their communities. “We are proud to salute the brilliant and inspiring actor, activist and friend, Harry Belafonte with this award created in his honor,” said Tribeca’s chief content officer Paula Weinstein. “We are in awe of Stacey Abrams and her amazing work and unwavering commitment to fighting on behalf of our democracy and against injustices.
Source: Tribeca Festival to Honor Stacey Abrams as Part of Juneteenth Celebration
