Our Theory of Change
Historically African Americans guided by Black freedom faith narratives were at the forefront of the abolitionists and civil rights movements. Douglas, Tubman, Truth, Parks, X, and King are just a few of the most recognized. Much of the organizing of these movements also took place in sacred Black faith space. According to pew research 75% of African Americans identify as Christian and report going to church at least 2-4 times per month.
Black people are the targets of the New Jim Crow, the new slavery of mass incarceration, police brutality, concentrated poverty, poor educational opportunity, economic disparity, voting rights discrimination, and poor healthcare access and delivery. Our theory of change recognizes that when Black people of faith are engaged in freedom faith narratives, and sacred Black space is used, abolition, liberation, and transformation is inevitable. Practically, the most efficient way to reach a critical mass of Black people is through what is still a huge influencer and driver of Black culture and thinking; the Black church.
