What is “BL&CK”?

BL&CK (pronounced “and Black”) is a community-centered initiative, underscoring the diversity of BLACKNESS!

BL&CK’s mission is twofold: 1) to provide motivational content and products for our community; & 2) to provide spaces for creatives to present their works as part of a communal collective. We highlight our identities which may not conform to convention or tradition. You can be your whole BL&CK self as you define it!

Why “BL&CK”?

Many spaces articulate Blackness or the “Black Experience” as a monolith; we know this is untrue.

Blackness is diverse, rich, and complex…as are the experiences of Black people. So, we’ve established BL&CK as a space where Blackness—in its variety—is welcomed.

BL&CK is Black visibility in a world that supports our invisibility.

Our community is comprised of members around the globe—we have different interests, disciplines, hobbies, and backgrounds. We show up differently in the world, yet one thing remains true: we are beautifully different and Black!

BL&CK is space to rest, recharge, be inspired, be celebrated, express our grievances, and build relationships as our whole Black selves.

BL&CK is the strong friend for other strong friends.

We commit to encouraging one another along our journeys, knowing that we are here—together—for a purpose…honestly and positively.

Ready to join BL&CK?

We all lead, influence, & shape the world around us in our own ways; showing up authentically is how we embrace BL&CK excellence! The BL&CK community invites you to share how your BL&CKNESS shows up in the world.

Contact us to submit your inspirational videos, poems, visual art, personal essays, and more!