the town will welcome you on
OCT - 30- 2025
See you!
Be our neighbor!
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Be our neighbor! •
The IDEA THAT BUILT YAIT TOWN
The “Why” behind YAIT TOWN
“The place in which I’ll fit will not exist until I make it.” — James Baldwin
Welcome to YAIT TOWN
A sanctuary rooted in Black truth, courage, and power.
YAIT confronts the chaos of living Black in predominantly white spaces.
Through storytelling, conversation, and cultural truth-telling, we reclaim what’s ours - our voices, our sanity, and our power.
YAIT Town is the living world that grew from our mission; to create a digital Black sanctuary where we learn, create, and take action towards collective peace, love, and joy.
It’s a place of exploration and connection, with spaces like the Front Porch, the Bookstore, the Café,the Community Garden, and more.
Here we gather for real stories, hard talks, rituals, and comforting moments that help us see clearly, speak boldly, and live freely.
Together, we reflect, connect, and rise.
We have just broken ground!
Early neighbors will help shape the street, the conversations, and the rituals that bring this place alive.
Come as you are. Take what you need. Bring your voice, your questions, your joy, and your weariness.
You belong here.
You will GET Weekly posts and reflections that affirm your truth.
Safe spaces for conversation, joy, and rest.
Community rituals like joy check-ins, healing practices, and cultural discussions.
A Black-centered sanctuary — no minimizing, no explaining, just being.
What To Expect as a Neighbor
What You’ll Find in YAIT Town
Step onto the streets of YAIT Town and you’ll discover:
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The Umoja "Unity" Café
Food, laughter, hard truths, joy, and unity served at every table.
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Freedom Reads Bookstore
Our stories, banned books, and the brilliance of Black authors.
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The G.W. Carver Garden
Grounding moments, healing sessions, and remembering our roots.
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Crown & Glory Barbershop
Conversations that cut sharp and deep, and where community wisdom gets passed from chair to chair.
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OUR LATEST EPISODES
Your Sistah Host
Ama-Robin Lofton is a racial justice writer, historian, and human rights activist.
she is the co-founder and host of the Espresso Talk Today podcast. She holds an LL.M. in European and international law with a focus on international human rights.
she is a curious and active traveler, wellness enthusiast, passionate writer, and committed community volunteer. Ama-Robin lives in Brussels, Belgium, and Lisbon, Portugal.
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OR IDEAS?
Want an update about the happenings in town? or if you want to collaborate, Send in a message here or email us at amarobin@youaintimaginingthis.com