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# #680 |  LCY, Comuzi Lab & Digital Protest Generation ✊
- URL: https://www.protein.xyz/680-lcy-comuzi-lab-and-digital-protest/
- Published: 2021-06-04T12:22:01.000Z
- Updated: 2021-06-04T12:22:01.000Z
- Author: Protein
- Tags: Supplement, #Migrated-1715700289252, #Import 2024-05-14 15:25

As the world opens up, we've been asking [our community](https://www.proteincommunity.com/?ref=protein.xyz) questions about their [online vs offline identities](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/have-you-found-it-easier-to-find-a-community-to-be-a-part-of-online-or-irl?ref=protein.xyz), what spaces they [feel safe expressing themselves in](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/do-you-feel-safer-to-fully-express-your-identity-online-or-irl-comment-below-if-you-feel-like-expanding-on-your-answer?ref=protein.xyz), and (importantly) whether they had [booked any festivals this summer](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/are-you-booking-any-festivals-this-summer?ref=protein.xyz). As for [Protein Studios](https://www.proteinstudios.com/?ref=protein.xyz), it’s been amazing to have people in our Shoreditch space again for [19 Chairs](https://www.instagram.com/p/CPQeeT6JF34/?ref=protein.xyz), [Patagonia](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/%F0%9F%8E%A5-rewind%E2%80%A6-protein-studios-presents-patagonia-we-the-power-screenings-%F0%9F%8E%A5?ref=protein.xyz), [Big Plant Sale](https://www.instagram.com/plantsforall.uk/?ref=protein.xyz), and [Aune Store](https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18176811016119320/?ref=protein.xyz) … the future is certainly starting to feel a lot brighter 🌞

As a Supplement reader, we have another [first listen podcast episode](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/26-richard-alex-comuzi-lab/id1449302502?i=1000524215917&ref=protein.xyz) from [Comuzi Lab](https://www.instagram.com/comuzi.lab/?hl=en&ref=protein.xyz) for you. We discussed the meaning of community, coded bias, the under-representation of Black creatives in the UK, and the difficulties of setting up a new business during a recession. Be sure to also check out [Decentralised,](https://decentralise.somersethouse.org.uk/?ref=protein.xyz) created in collaboration with Somerset House.

[Listen Now](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/26-richard-alex-comuzi-lab/id1449302502?ref=protein.xyz)

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#### [#playlists](https://www.proteincommunity.com/topics/4277991?ref=protein.xyz)

This month’s playlist is from April, but it’s too iconic for us not to share again now. [SZNS7N ](https://www.instagram.com/SZNS7N/?ref=protein.xyz)label owner and hardline bass producer[ LCY](https://www.instagram.com/lcy%5F%5F%5F%5F%5F%5F%5F%5F%5F%5F/?ref=protein.xyz) brings her fierce-forward, dark and percussive sound to Tower Bridge in London. Yes, actually on Tower Bridge! Organised by [Fabric](https://www.fabriclondon.com/?ref=protein.xyz) during the pandemic to raise money towards a fundraiser raffle for the[ Music Venue Trust.](https://www.instagram.com/musicvenuetrust/?ref=protein.xyz)

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#### **[#collaboration](https://www.proteincommunity.com/topics/3428595?ref=protein.xyz)**

- [Protein Agency](https://www.proteinagency.com/?ref=protein.xyz) is looking for an AM/PM, strategist, and a junior creative strategist, [more details here](https://www.instagram.com/p/CPqqknqp8y4/?utm%5Fmedium=copy%5Flink&ref=protein.xyz)
- [Protein OS](https://www.prote.in/?ref=protein.xyz) is working on a new A.I. project utilising data for social good, so [get in touch](mailto:os@prote.in) if you’re interested in getting involved
- [Araxie Boyadjian](https://www.proteincommunity.com/members/7402250?ref=protein.xyz) is looking for help building a community for her LGBTQ+ healthcare start-up [TrogloApp](https://www.instagram.com/trogloapp/?ref=protein.xyz)
- Want to be featured here next month? [Post it here …](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/protein-is-all-about-collaboration-between-members-so-whats-the-one-thing-you-need-a-hand-with-and-one-thing-you-could-offer-in-return?ref=protein.xyz)

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#### [#interesting](https://www.proteincommunity.com/topics/964353?ref=protein.xyz)

- [Polystester](https://www.polyesterzine.com/queer-creative-fund?ref=protein.xyz) has a £1,500 grant and one month of creative mentorship on offer for their July digital cover
- If you haven’t already, watch [Coded Bias](https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81328723?ref=protein.xyz)
- If you have, try [Unnatural Selection](https://www.netflix.com/watch/80208834?ref=protein.xyz)
- And whilst we’re on the topic of harmful A.I., the [algorithmic justice league](https://www.instagram.com/ajlunited/?hl=en&ref=protein.xyz) are putting in the work to fight against it
- Dazed has a good piece on the [digital protest generation](https://www.dazeddigital.com/science-tech/article/52942/1/roman-prostvitch-digital-protest-bulgaria-myanmar-black-lives-matter-summer-2021?ref=protein.xyz)
- Help Amnesty International [Decode Surveillance Tech in NYC](https://decoders.amnesty.org/projects/decode-surveillance?ref=protein.xyz)
- Our friends at Trippin are [giving a voice to India’s music scene](https://www.instagram.com/p/CPdZSwDLjH8/?ref=protein.xyz)
- Here’s a list of [Trans and Non-Binary Graphic Designers and Illustrators ](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Deyc79awJvJqkNaIA3oDQAPqe2QiyE9bThujt3cj5h0/edit?ts=602e5cf2&ref=protein.xyz#gid=0)from [We Exist London](https://www.instagram.com/weexistlondon/?hl=en&ref=protein.xyz)
- [Snack](https://www.thesnackapp.com/?ref=protein.xyz) is a video first dating app for Gen Z investors
- Oooooh, [CogDis](https://cogdis.studio/?ref=protein.xyz) (who we featured last month) have launched a[ podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/121SQSquikgnwQx8xJYD1X?si=d0-A0u--RtGXVgOg49BAsA&ref=protein.xyz) and we like it a lot
- Adapt brings us some [Climate Myth Busters](https://www.instagram.com/p/CPm%5FV-3B8Ia/?ref=protein.xyz) in their usual brilliantly beautiful and playful style
- Taylore Scarabelli on [how Instagram isn’t fun anymore](http://the-editorialmagazine.com/taylore-scarabelli-end-of-instagram/?ref=protein.xyz)
- [The Study Web](https://every.to/cybernaut/caught-in-the-study-web?ref=protein.xyz) explores Gen Z’s ambitious and anxiety-fuelled pursuit of  
straight A’s
- Got kids who game? [Esports Family](https://www.esportsfamily.com/?ref=protein.xyz) is for you
- [The Emergence of Tomorrow](https://www.instagram.com/the.emergence.of.tomorrow?ref=protein.xyz) is world-building for a post-growth existence from [Shanu Walpita](https://www.instagram.com/world%5Fof%5Fshanu/?hl=en&ref=protein.xyz) who we collaborated with on our 2019 [New Normal Report](https://www.proteincommunity.com/posts/new-normal-cannabis?ref=protein.xyz)

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#### [#crypto](https://www.proteincommunity.com/topics/4518220?ref=protein.xyz)

- [Komorebi Collective ](https://www.syndicateprotocol.org/syndicate/komorebi%5Fcollective?ref=protein.xyz)is making sure crypto serves communities correctly by investing in female and non-binary founders, who represent the vast audience this technology aims to serve
- [Will NFTs Transform Tattoos Into Bankable Art?](https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/22/style/nft-art.html?ref=protein.xyz) What would this mean for the artist?
- Why Digital Organizations are the [future of work](https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/p/the-future-of-work?ref=protein.xyz) in a decentralized future
- [DAO 101 resource list](https://kinjal.mirror.xyz/eD3-Sgv2h50j-kwjHQCOnwqMKqSLTfnrqrtNypU-P5k?ref=protein.xyz)
- [Gitcoin](https://gitcoin.co/landing?ref=protein.xyz) is looking to hire a [Memelord](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zs8gejgMzEQxnwrmhwRYcFXJivgQ%5FR1NotWMh3wZSeg/edit?ref=protein.xyz#heading=h.koi3s7h4lpjv) to meme for the public good
- Introducing [JPG](https://jpg.mirror.xyz/9u8M6gOHvrzP-MseQSiLTNP2oElt0ENuW67Y%5FNrtxwM?ref=protein.xyz), the New Media curation protocol
- [Revolution Populi’s](https://revolutionpopuli.com/?ref=protein.xyz) ambition is to return digital sovereignty back to the people

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#### [#events](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events?ref=protein.xyz)

- **June** is [Digital Art Month](https://www.digitalartmonth.com/?ref=protein.xyz) in Paris
- **4th** \-[ Daisy Tortuga Exhibition in London](https://www.instagram.com/p/CO-tqRGlcKh/?ref=protein.xyz)
- **7th -** [The Guardian at 200: Grime artist Ghetts and Photographer Misan Harriman](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/the-guardian-at-200-grime-artist-ghetts-and-photographer-misan-harriman?instance%5Findex=20210607T190000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **7th** \- [De-Westernised Sonic Practices and Technologies](https://www.instagram.com/p/CPlp3OLAD3b/?ref=protein.xyz)
- **8th -** [Pride Summit | LGBTQIA+ Powering Tech Panel](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/pride-summit-lgbtqia-powering-tech-panel?instance%5Findex=20210608T160000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **8th** \- [iam x Are.na on ways we can be generous with our curiosity online](https://billion.iam-internet.com/ioe?ref=protein.xyz#s3)
- **9th -** [magCulture Live: We love New York, a celebration of New York magazines](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/magculture-live-we-love-new-york-celebration-of-new-york-magazines?instance%5Findex=20210609T160000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **9th -**[ Yoga with Gina](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/yoga-with-gina?instance%5Findex=20210609T180000Z&ref=protein.xyz) is weekly on Wednesday evenings
- **10th -** [Institute of Positive Fashion Forum, including talks from Priyanka Chopra & Caroline Rush, CEO of British Fashion Council](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/institute-of-positive-fashion-forum-including-talks-from-priyanka-chopra-caroline-rush-ceo-of-british-fashion-council?instance%5Findex=20210610T080000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **14th -** [The Guardian at 200: Jessie Ware and Grace Dent](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/the-guardian-at-200-jessie-ware-and-grace-dent?instance%5Findex=20210614T180000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **17th -** [Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of Black Lives Matter in conversation with Yomi Adegoke, co-author 'Slay In Your Lane'](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/patrisse-cullors-co-founder-of-black-lives-matter-in-conversation-with-yomi-adegoke-co-author-slay-in-your-lane?instance%5Findex=20210617T170000Z&ref=protein.xyz) with gal-dem
- **23rd -** [Guardian at 200: Inequality and what we can do about it, with Jeremiah Emmanuel](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/guardian-at-200-inequality-and-what-we-can-do-about-it-with-jeremiah-emmanuel?instance%5Findex=20210623T190000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **28th -** [Lambeth Speaks: Community & Culture in the Post-Covid Era](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/lambeth-speaks-community-culture-in-the-post-covid-era?instance%5Findex=20210628T173000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **29th** \- [Cancelling Imposter Syndrome](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/cancelling-imposter-syndrome?instance%5Findex=20210629T180000Z&ref=protein.xyz)
- **30th -** [D&AD Dinner With Mona Chalabi, infographic, journalist & data visualiser](https://www.proteincommunity.com/events/dad-dinner-with-mona-chalabi-infographic-journalist-data-visualiser?instance%5Findex=20210630T170000Z&ref=protein.xyz)

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Until next month,

Your friends at [Protein](https://www.prote.in/?ref=protein.xyz) 💚

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**SMALL PRINT:**

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