The roots of the Black Legacy Advancement coalition began to take form in the heart of its founder, Dexter Sullivan, in the early 2000s. Then, in 2020, the world stopped and we witnessed two pandemics ravage the Black community at a disproportionate rate: Covid-19 and anti-Black racism. Under the conditions of lockdown, we could no longer numb ourselves with the routine obligations of life and career. Instead, we were forced to reckon with the physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual ramifications of actively witnessing Black lives destroyed – senselessly and routinely – without the responsible parties being held accountable. 

Against that backdrop, a group of brilliant Black minds gathered, seeking the comfort of community and fueled by a desire to move from protest to reform. With that conviction as its driving force, The Black Legacy Advancement Coalition was born. In addition to convening Black Americans and their allies to create systemic change, we also hold space for individuals to use their unique skills and talents to generate sustainable solutions that will lead to lasting change. Further, we provide the tools, resources and opportunities people need to shift from outrage to action!

As a coalition, we are driven by passion, healing and legacy-creation. While we strive toward a bold and powerful vision, we are clear that our efforts will require a commitment that spans decades and, perhaps, generations. Still, we are committed to creating a world that builds on the legacy of our ancestors who fought and died for centuries in an effort to secure our civil liberties and equity.