Boston's stories of justice, hope and resilience

The Scope
Boston's stories of justice, hope and resilience

The Scope
Boston's stories of justice, hope and resilience

The Scope

Taylor Blackley

Taylor Blackley is a former general assignment reporter.

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Thousands of people gathered on Saturday, May 14 at Boston Common to protest the possible overturning of Roe vs. Wade, which will affect safe abortion access in the U.S.

[Photo] Thousands react to Roe v. Wade leaked draft at Boston Common rally

Jennifer Suryadjaja, Reporter
May 16, 2022
The "Duty-Free Paradise (DFP)" project, a series which includes performances, photos, video and augmented reality was recently on view at 10b in Jamaica Plain. Local artist Lani Asuncion was compelled to perform the work as a response to the nearby Dole House, putting Dole's ties to the industrialization, militarization and colonization of Hawaii on full display.

A work in progress: Developing equitable spaces for artistry to flourish in Boston

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
May 9, 2022
Museum of Fine Arts Boston visitors view "La Japonaise (Camille Monet in Japanese Costume)," a large-scale figure portrait of the artist's wife painted in the Impressionist style by Claude Monet in 1876. The painting also makes references to Orientalism, a growing movement within 19th century society, where Eastern people and cultures were depicted based on how white Europeans imagined them to look. "Oriental" subjects became so popular that a French Society of Orientalist Painters was founded in 1893.

Curating a culture of belonging: How Boston’s art museums are reimagining a more inclusive future

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
April 20, 2022
Changemaker: Toy Burton aims to lift the stigma on mental illness and provide resources to Boston’s communities of color

Changemaker: Toy Burton aims to lift the stigma on mental illness and provide resources to Boston’s communities of color

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
February 24, 2022
Courtesy of Porch Olayiwola

Changemaker: Boston’s poet laureate, Porsha Olayiwola

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
February 21, 2022
Performers sang both the U.S. and Vietnamese National Anthems, accompanied by a live band.

Vietnamese American community unites over Lunar New Year celebrations at Tết in Boston

Arden Bastia and Taylor Blackley
February 7, 2022
Candles lit by Ryder Summa as part of their tribute to victims of transphobic violence in 2021.

Making space for trans remembrance, resistance and resilience

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
November 22, 2021
“I just wanted to get it out there in a public space ... I feel like this isn't something that we should just be holding on to in private, it’s something everyone should know,” said Ryder Summa. They performed to the song "The Reluctant Heroes” by NateWantsToBattle as part of their tribute to transgender people killed in 2021, whose names were printed on the banner which they left at the Boston Common to spread awareness.

At the TDOR vigil held at Simmons University, transgender activist Charlese Horton shared memories of her trans sisters who have been lost.

The Upstander Project details via the Bounty media ecosystem how, "in 1755, Spencer Phips, lieutenant governor of the Province of Massachusetts Bay, issued a proclamation that declared the Penobscot people enemies, rebels, and traitors to King George II...The Phips Proclamation promised a bounty to be paid by the colonial government for every Penobscot Indian captured and brought to Boston.

New film “Bounty” shifts documentary filmmaking by centering Indigenous voices

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
November 16, 2021
aNova Brazil teaches a dance to the HONK! Festival at Seven Hills Park in Somerville.

HONK! Festival 2021 may be over, but social justice efforts continue

Molly Swanton and Taylor Blackley
October 16, 2021
A group of walkers celebrated as they neared the finish line.

Organizations, funders raise awareness for HIV/AIDS treatment through 5K

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
September 29, 2021
Alex-Ponte Capellan poured out a can of Turtle Swamp Brewing's beer onto the sidewalk in front of the JP Taproom after speaking at the protest on Sept. 18.

Legal dispute over zoning is driving a wedge between Jamaica Plain neighbors

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
September 20, 2021
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Debut Mission Hill Arts Festival inspired attendees to value the work of local artists

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
September 9, 2021
Centuries-old traditions brought thousands to celebrate and worship in Little Italy

Centuries-old traditions brought thousands to celebrate and worship in Little Italy

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
August 31, 2021
Courtesy of the Michael Flaherty campaign.

City council race: Michael Flaherty running for reelection for at-large seat

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
August 24, 2021
One of the three main stages is located at the Samuel Adams Brewery and tap room. The local brewery was the main sponsor behind this year's Porchfest.

[Photo] Porchfest returns to Jamaica Plain with a new organizer and a mission to spotlight and pay local BIPOC artists

Taylor Blackey, Reporter
August 23, 2021
City council race: Erin Murphy running at-large seat

City council race: Erin Murphy running at-large seat

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
August 10, 2021
City council race: Domingos DaRosa running for at-large seat

City council race: Domingos DaRosa running for at-large seat

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
August 5, 2021
City council race: Carla B. Monteiro running for at-large seat

City council race: Carla B. Monteiro running for at-large seat

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
August 2, 2021

Family reunion event at The Lawn on D celebrates a year of Boston While Black membership network

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
July 27, 2021
Photo courtesy of Evandro Carvalho campaign

City council race: Evandro Carvalho running for District 4

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
July 21, 2021
Courtesy of Deeqo Jibril

City council race: Deeqo Jibril running for District 4

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
July 20, 2021
Winnie Eke (Courtesy of Eke campaign)

City council race: Winnie Eke running for District 6

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
July 14, 2021
Revelers gathered in front of the Old State House for the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

Boston residents, organizers express mixed feelings over Independence Day holiday

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
July 9, 2021
Tanisha Sullivan held the microphone for Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley as she delivered the keynote address from the steps at the corner of the Boston Common, near the intersection of Beacon and Park Streets.

Lawmakers, advocates gather on Boston Common in support of For the People Act

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
June 28, 2021
Netia McCray teaching an introduction to 3D Printing through Marvel’s Avengers Endgame in Boston.

Big ideas for young minds: Netia McCray opens STEM pathways for underserved communities

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
April 26, 2021
Yyoyo Escara

Yyoyo Escada brings an underground art form into the mainstream

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
March 30, 2021
Ruth Zakarin

Changemaker: Ruth Zakarin works to address the root cause of gun violence in Massachusetts

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
February 17, 2021
Login screen of the popular online dating app Tinder.

Love in the time of coronavirus

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
February 6, 2021
Nubian station, formerly Dudley station in Roxbury.

Rediscovering Nubian: a changed name reveals overlooked histories

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
February 3, 2021
City council race: Jacob Urena running for District 4

City council race: Jacob Urena running for District 4

Taylor Blackley, Reporter
November 19, 2020
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