Next Narrative for Black America

Check Your Frame

When you picture Black people - what images initially come to mind? If you don't see patriots, fathers, graduates, and business owners, perhaps you should check what's in your frame. So often, we define people with words like disadvantaged, at-risk, underprivileged - unaware of its stigmatizing effects. The Next Narrative for Black America frames a better picture. Asset-Framing is the shift to narratives that define people by their aspirations and contributions rather than their challenges and deficits. Black leaders, let's Asset-Frame our agenda to achieve greater gains for our community.

Our Voices

28 Mar 2020

Miami doctor tests homeless for coronavirus while volunteers deliver food, clothes

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On the sidewalk under an I-95 overpass in Overtown, Barry Alston flinched as a doctor pushed a swab far up his nostril. Alston did not feel sick Friday, but the 58-year-old homeless man... Read More

27 Mar 2020

Highlights of the Coronavirus Federal Stimulus Bill for Community Partners

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The $2.2 trillion stimulus package – S. 3548 The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act – passed in the Senate on Wednesday, March 25th and will be voted on by the House... Read More

27 Mar 2020

Tips for maintaining mental well-being during COVID-19 Crisis

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How do we protect loved ones, community and self? Here are a few tips. Loved ones Help loved ones adjust to the change. Discuss health, wellbeing, washing hands, etc. Anxiety can be good... Read More

10 Mar 2020

Harriet Tubman’s Economic Empowerment Legacy

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The recent outrage over the OneUnited Bank limited-edition Harriet Tubman Card is an important opportunity for a conversation. Yes, art at its best evokes passionate emotions, which we respect. However, in celebration of Harriet Tubman... Read More

Check Your Frame

Patriotic

Black males enlist in the army at highest rates. [1]

Enterprising

The rate of black business creation is growing at over 2x national rate. [2]

Generous

Black households give 25% more of their income to charity than others. [3]

Engaged Fathers

Black men are more likely to directly interact with their children than all other US men. [4]

Sources: [1] United States Army, [2] US Dept. of Commerce, [3] Kellogg Cultures of Giving Report, [4] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Something magical happens when we lift our voices. It's called "change." Throughout this campaign, our leaders are using their voices to influence narratives, opinions, and practices that affect us.

Our Voices

Miami doctor tests homeless for coronavirus while volunteers deliver food, clothes

Highlights of the Coronavirus Federal Stimulus Bill for Community Partners

Tips for maintaining mental well-being during COVID-19 Crisis

Harriet Tubman’s Economic Empowerment Legacy