EVENT: Building Black Safe Havens in the U.S.
From Black Wall Streets to HBCUs, Black people have built thriving communities for themselves throughout U.S. history apart from racism and white supremacy. But what does it mean to build these institutions — all-Black safe spaces — in today’s political environment? Join Word In Black as we discuss the viability, opportunities, and obstacles related to […] The post EVENT: Building Black Safe Havens in the U.S. appeared first on Word In Black.
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From Black Wall Streets to HBCUs, Black people have built thriving communities for themselves throughout U.S. history apart from racism and white supremacy. But what does it mean to build these institutions — all-Black safe spaces — in today’s political environment?
Join Word In Black as we discuss the viability, opportunities, and obstacles related to starting these “safe havens,” as well as tips for people interested in launching their own.
This event will be co-hosted with Word In Black partner organizations: Real Times Media and the Michigan Chronicle.
Moderator:
Roz Edward – Digital Content Director, Real Times Media
Panelists:
Danielle Marie Jones – Sankofa Village Arkansas
Donnay Edmund – New Economy Coalition/Black Solidarity Economy Fund
Janae L. Wilson – Dream of Detroit
Ife Fatiu – Watoto Development Center, Baltimore
Wed., July 1, 2026, 6-7:15 p.m. ET
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