Why BME?
We believe that black men and boys are assets to their communities, and have long been engaged in addressing the issues and opportunities affecting their neighborhoods. It’s time these unsung heroes be recognized and celebrated. In doing so, we hope these black men and boys will inspire and engage others like them.
BME is supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the Open Society Foundations’ Campaign for Black Male Achievement.
Knight Foundation supports transformational ideas that promote quality journalism, advance media innovation, engage communities and foster the arts. The foundation believes that democracy thrives when people and communities are informed and engaged. BME is part of the foundation’s Black Males Initiative, which engages black men and boys in strengthening their communities. For more, visit www.knightfoundation.org.
Active in more than 70 countries, the Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens. Working with local communities, the Open Society Foundations support justice and human rights, freedom of expression, and access to public health and education. For more, visit www.soros.org/cbma.
