Destiny Hodges (they/she) is a Black queer organizer, documentarian, multimedia director/producer, and senior interdisciplinary communications major at Howard University from Birmingham, Alabama. They are a co-founder and lead steward of Generation Green, where the concept “environmental liberation” evolved into an ideological framework and movement. As a student of Black liberation movements with a love for narrative organizing, Destiny’s storytelling methods are rooted in their lived cultural experience and connections to the more than human world. Their work is rooted in the belief that climate justice and environmental justice are key components of Black liberation, along with building community and solidarity across the Global Black Diaspora to build collective power needed for systems change. They are exploring the role of African/African diasporic traditional religions in movements as a practitioner in the Ìṣẹ̀ṣe (Yoruba) tradition as a priest of Ifá (Iyánífá) and several Òrìṣà (Olòrìṣà). They are also a producer for the award-winning climate and culture focused podcast The Coolest Show presented by Hip Hop Caucus.
About (they/she)
storyteller
activation
futurist
empathy
How I Work
As a practitioner and priest of Ifá and several Òrìṣà in the Iśeśe (Yoruba) tradition, they rely on my communication with Spirit, principles of Afrofuturism, and their imagination to manifest a world that centers liberation, love, and community.
Sankofa: The act of uncovering the past, illuminating the present, and envisioning the future is a ritual that keeps them grounded.
Feeling and being present in my body allows them to have clear boundaries and to prioritize their health, rest and self-care. This in turn, grounds them in making space for and supporting others in listening to and prioritizing their wellness.
Everyone has a story. The power of storytelling is the ability to empathize, imagine, build, and be in community with one another. It’s a language we all speak. Destiny implements narrative organizing to help us see and respect the humanity of one another and the sacredness of the more than human world. Their work transmutes this in the mediums of a pen, camera, and/or microphone.
Being in community--having harmonious and supportive relationships based on love, learning, and clear and honest communication activates Destiny.
"Community is the spirit…whereby people come together in order to fulfill a specific purpose, to help others fulfill their purpose, and to take care of one another." - The Spirit of Intimacy by Sobonfu Somé
Offerings
Multimedia
Production
Creative/Narrative Consulting
Curiculum Design
Speaking
Engagements
Bring your vision to life through high-
quality multimedia storytelling. From
concept to final cut, I craft
compelling audio, video, and digital
content that resonates with the
Global Black/African diaspora.
Whether it's a documentary,
podcast, or digital series, I ensure
your story is amplified with purpose
and precision.
Shape authentic and powerful
stories that honor culture,
history, and identity. I guide
creatives, brands, and
organizations in developing
narratives that align with their
values and resonate with
diverse audiences. From
world-building to script
development, I ensure your
story stays true and impactful.
Empower your community with culturally-
rooted and engaging learning experiences. I
design dynamic, inclusive curricula that
center liberation, healing, and ancestral
knowledge, blending multimedia tools with
impactful storytelling. Perfect for classrooms,
workshops, and community programs.
Inspire and engage your audience with
transformative conversations. I bring my
expertise in media, storytelling, and culture to
the stage, weaving narratives that spark
dialogue, reflection, and action. Ideal for
conferences, panels, and community events that
center global Black voices and experiences.
Included in the fourth edition of GreenBiz's Baddass Women list that coincides with International Women's Day.
GreenBiz
I wrote this op-ed about the need for young people to build community and power outside of the mainstream climate movement.
Teen Vogue
Interviewed by Green Matters on the founding and purpose of Generation Green.
Green Matters
Featured on Black in Environment’s “Black to the Future: Radically Imagining Liberatory Futures” panel.
Black in Environment
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