The Rhode Island House of Representatives has introduced a resolution to celebrate Funda Fest 27, an event organized by the Rhode Island Black Storytellers (RIBS), which will take place from January 17th to 26th, 2025. RIBS, a nonprofit organization founded in 1998, is dedicated to promoting Black storytelling through performances and educational experiences. Funda Fest, meaning "to learn or to teach" in Zulu, is the flagship program of RIBS and has reached over 120,000 individuals by showcasing a diverse array of Black storytellers from various backgrounds and career stages.

This year's Funda Fest marks its 27th celebration, providing a platform for Black individuals to narrate their own histories and share their cultural values and traditions, which are often overlooked in mainstream literature. The resolution encourages all Rhode Islanders to engage with the festival and highlights the importance of learning about generational Black history through storytelling. Additionally, the House of Representatives has directed the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to RIBS, reinforcing the state's support for this cultural initiative.