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The formal organization that exists to support, coordinate, and accelerate the work of the Black Enlightenment.
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The formal organization that exists to support, coordinate, and accelerate the work of the Black Enlightenment.
A philosophy becomes a movement when people connect.
The Black Enlightenment is a philosophy and way of life — a framework that anyone can personally commit to and adopt.
The Black Enlightenment Society, by contrast, is the formal organization that exists to support, coordinate, and accelerate this work. It brings together individuals and local groups who have chosen to adopt the framework in order to collaborate, build institutions, and expand the impact of the movement.
At the same time, the Society serves as a hub for Black men and women across the country who are already taking action — or preparing to take action — in one of the four domains.
Connect with others doing the work.
Many are building businesses, educating others, organizing politically, or creating and reinforcing positive cultural norms and values that strengthen our communities. Their work is part of the same broader mission: empowerment, advancement, and prosperity of Black America.
If you are taking action — regardless of size or planning to take action, the Black Enlightenment Society exists to connect you with others doing the work. Share what you have built or are building, bring awareness to your efforts, and find support from others committed to moving the future of Black America forward.
Join the Society
Commit to the framework. Connect with those doing the work. Build something that lasts.
