Shāna Blake: "Rise Up" (Video)

A video clip from "ICE Out for GOOD" on January 11, 2026

On Sunday, January 11, 2026, thousands of Charlotte residents and neighbors gathered in First Ward Park uptown for the “ICE Out for Good” protest rally and march, sponsored by multiple non-profits and volunteer organizations from around our area. After an energetic welcome by emcee Marcelle Vielot, Shāna Blake started the event with her rousing song, “Rise Up.” Here’s the 5.5 minute video of her brief remarks and inspiring song.

You can watch the full recording of the event livestream on YouTube.

Please visit the websites of the partner organizations involved with the “ICE Out for Good” rally and march linked below, and consider getting involved supporting them financially and/or as a volunteer:

1. Carolina Migrant Network

2. Charlotte Clergy Coalition for Justice

3. 50501 NC

4. JVP Charlotte

5. Charlotte City Workers Union

6. PSL - Party for Socialism and Liberation (Charlotte)

7. Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival

8. Seeking Justice Charlotte: United for Change

9. Charlotte - Metrolina Labor Council

10. CALM (Charlotte Area Liberal Moms)

11. Indivisible CLT

Screenshot of the video, “Shāna Blake: Song “Rise Up” at “ICE Out For Good” (Charlotte, NC)”

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