Over the past 10+ years, both my professional and volunteer work has focused on racial equity at the intersection of art and culture. During the height of the global pandemic, I brought attention to the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta’s...
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Moving Beyond Diversity Toward Racial Equity in the Workplace
After racial tension reached a fever pitch in 2020, there’s a renewed focus on diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Companies that have previously avoided any discussion of race took a public stance on racism and made commitments to achieving...
Top 10 Black Women Ancestors in Entrepreneurship
Black people in America face numerous barriers to success, including racial and gender bias that can put them at a serious disadvantage compared to their white male counterparts. Today, we celebrate the top 10 Black women ancestors in entrepreneurship. 1....
Shift the Power. Free the Money. Lessons in Community-led Grantmaking: Part IV
Shift the Power. Free the Money. is a 4-part series to understand and embrace community-led grantmaking. Shift the Power. Free the Money. is a reflection on how to effectively shift power and center the voice and experience of Black people,...
What It Means to Center “Healing Justice” in Wellness
Take a look at any magazine in the grocery store checkout lane and you’re bound to find articles referencing “self care” and the importance of taking “me time” for anyone seeking happiness and a balanced life. While the theories behind...
How CBV Cooperative Supports Entrepreneurs and Boosts Racial Equity
At CommunityBuild Ventures, we pride ourselves on being a solution-based firm that’s committed to eliminating racial disparities. One of our favorite ways to do this is by partnering with organizations and entrepreneurs in our communities to help them recognize and...
