The Black Life Symposium, hosted by Louisiana Black Advocates for Life, brought together over 80 passionate attendees, including Black pastors, community leaders, and advocates, to celebrate and protect the value of life. This impactful event, held at the Valdry Center for Philanthropy, was a powerful platform for education, dialogue, and inspiration.

A highlight of the Symposium was the vibrant vendor area, featuring organizations whose missions aligned with the event’s themes of life, community, and support. These vendors provided attendees with resources to strengthen their advocacy efforts and support families in need. Panel discussions tackled critical topics such as abortion and adoption within the Black community, sparking honest conversations about challenges and opportunities. The audience learned about the importance of empowering families and providing alternatives that affirm life while addressing systemic inequities.

One of the most impactful moments was Trinity Wicker’s presentation on the processes of four types of abortion. Her detailed explanation illustrated not only the physical toll these procedures take on the child but also the broader emotional and spiritual
outcomes women have to suffer. This session left attendees deeply moved and more aware of the hidden costs of abortion.

Christian rapper Matt “Sicka Sin” Johnson energized the audience with a powerful performance of his song Fatherhood. His heartfelt lyrics reinforced the importance of family and the role of fathers in protecting life. Co-Directors Mike and Tara Wicker closed the event with a stirring call to action. Their words inspired many to recommit to fighting for the lives of our babies and to take personal responsibility in defending life. The audience’s enthusiastic response was a testament to the Symposium’s impact, with attendees leaving more resolved than ever to stand against the devastating effects of the abortion industry on the Black community.