WHAT
WE DO
Image: A mural on the Black United Fund building in the Alberta arts district in Portland. Photograph: Natalie Behring/The Guardian
PROGRAMS & PROJECTS.
Policy Advocacy Training Program
Informing Policy for Environmental Justice
Our training program equips Black advocates with the tools to influence environmental policies that directly impact their communities. We educate on policy, advocacy, and foster Black representation in decision-making spaces. Our work ensures that policies consider the lived experiences of Black people, preventing the perpetuation of environmental injustice.
Climate Solutions Ecosystem
Fueling Black Entrepreneurs for a Sustainable Future
We support Black entrepreneurs who are developing climate resilience solutions and services. Through outreach, partnerships, and incubators, we provide resources to help launch and scale businesses that promote sustainability and resilience within Black communities.
Black Resilience Hubs
Building Black Spaces for Connection, Nature, and Justice
We are establishing Black-specific resilience hubs—safe spaces where community members can gather to access essential services, nature, and each other. These hubs support preparedness, community cohesion, and resilience in the face of climate change.
Voice Amplification
Shifting the Narrative for Collective Liberation
We organize media campaigns and community events to elevate Black voices and shift narratives. By sharing lived experiences and advocating for social change, we reconnect to the collectivist mindsets that led to progress during the civil rights era. Our work fosters healing, cohesion, and social justice.