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BOLDLY BLACK
Centered

We lead by manifesting racial equity through radically innovative solutions.

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THIS IS
the future

WE ARE CREATING A WORLD WHERE EQUALITY THRIVES AND BLACK EXCELLENCE LEADS.

We’re bringing this world from our imagination into being, through cross-community collaboration. A collective of allies and institutions, we lead through coordinated thought and action. We empower Black communities to imagine, then create an equitable future.

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BLACK AGENDA FOR Change

The Black Agenda for Change is our platform of community-driven solutions, designed to address the complex systemic challenges Black communities face in Minnesota. It’s a mix of policy recommendations and innovative procedures; a blueprint to resolve issues that have historically hindered the push for equity.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO TO SUPPORT
Black futures

We operate as a think-and-do tank, fighting anti-Black racism and systemic inequities in all forms. We envision a future where every Black person in the state can live in wholeness, prosperity and dignity.

  • We need people who identify as thought leaders, influencers and builders to contribute action and abundance for the change needed. If this feels like you, join The Forum today.

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  • We need investors who want to realize racial equity with us. Your gift will fuel our mission, sustain our capacity and invigorate our network-–leaders and allies who are working to create innovative solutions to the systemic problems which many Black Minnesotans face daily.

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  • Through community-designed policy recommendations and groundbreaking procedures, a Black Agenda For Change will positively impact the 370,000 African Americans in Minnesota and far beyond.