Minal Hajratwala (they/she) is the founder of the Unicorn Authors Club and co-founder of the Changemaker Authors Cohort, supporting movement leaders and activists to develop narrative-changing books. Her books include Leaving India: My Family’s Journey from Five Villages to Five Continents (winner of four nonfiction awards), Bountiful Instructions for Enlightenment (poetry), Moon Fiji (travel guidebook), and_ Out! Stories from the New Queer India _(anthology).
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Pro-Immigrant Mural Unveiled in Bushwick
In the heart of Bushwick, community members, organizers, artists, and elected officials gathered to unveil a towering, multi-story pro-immigrant mural.
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Holiday Benefit & Mixer
On December 10th, we held a joyful Holiday Benefit & Mixer at El Santo in Brooklyn, which introduced the Evergreen Initiative, launching at The Action Lab in early 2026!

2025 End of Year Report
2025 has been a jam-packed year at The Action Lab! To learn more about our year of sparking imaginations and driving change, check out our 2025 End of Year Report.
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Electrifying New Music Video from IIHHF Headliner Drezus
A new music video from Drezus, one of the headlining acts from our International Indigenous Hip Hop Festival.
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Outtakes and Behind the Scenes Footage from Drezus Recording
Take a look at some outtakes and behind-the-scenes footage of International Indigenous Hip Hop Festival performer Drezus recording a new song.
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Sunnyside Salsa Anniversary Party
Highlights from a year of Sunnyside Salsas, including the anniversary party 🎉 in November 2025!

