"Writing requires an emotional nudity that prompts a similar ethic in liberation work."

Poet and editor Ashna Ali on radical honesty, attention, and creativity as a divine right.

Freedom Ways is an interview & essay series exploring the intersection of artistry and liberation, illuminating how art serves as both personal transformation and collective resistance. Our fourth Freedom Ways interview features Ashna Ali, a stunning poet, educator, and poetry editor. Enjoy!

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