B.L.A.C.K. Council
Our B.L.A.C.K. Council engages, develops and empowers Black HRC members, volunteer leaders, donors, and staff to establish and maintain safe spaces and increase representation for Black LGBTQ+ people and their allies both within and outside the organization.
Lift Every Voice is a powerful fundraiser hosted by the HRC BLACK Council, created to honor Juneteenth and the legacy of freedom, resilience, and Black excellence while investing in the future of LGBTQ+ Black communities.
Rooted in the spirit of collective liberation, this event that brings together community members, leaders, and allies for an inspiring opportunity for storytelling celebration, and purpose-driven giving.
There are four meaningful levels to give, each symbolizing strength, unity, prosperity, and excellence within the Black experience. Learn more and give today at hrc.im/LiftEveryVoice.
Bridging Leaders Across Communities and Knowledge
Our Objectives:
- Empowering Black people across the organization to raise their individual and collective voices to bring attention to the issues facing the community;
- Supporting HRC to deepen connections with Black communities and organizations wherever HRC works;
- Advocating to and advising HRC leadership on issues that affect the Black community so that they can more competently lead the organization to better respond to and fully support the Black community;
- Facilitating conversations at HRC on racial equity and inclusion to build more inclusive; programs and foster a sense of friendship and camaraderie among Black members and allies. Providing a safe space for Black people.
- Education (Institutions)
- Health & Wellness
- Financial Literacy and Wealth
- Arts and Culture
- Faith and Spirituality
- Political Action
OUR INITIATIVES
LGBTQ+ Greek Initiative
The LGBTQ+ Greek Initiative is a space intentionally created to affirm and connect those of us who proudly live at the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity and Greek life. While we represent different organizations and councils, we are united by our shared commitment to service, leadership, community, and the bonds of sisterhood and brotherhood.
Black Men Rising (BMR)
Black Men Rising (BMR)—an affinity initiative dedicated to uplifting and empowering Black men across the LGBTQ+ spectrum. BMR provides a supportive and affirming space for Black men to build community, lead, and advance equity and justice, especially for those living at the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality.
Rooted Reads
The Human Rights Campaign’s B.L.A.C.K. Council is proud to introduce Rooted Reads — a quarterly book club where stories take root, voices thrive, and community grows. Each quarter, we’ll gather to read, reflect, and act on works that celebrate Black and queer experiences — stories that challenge, heal, and inspire us toward collective liberation. Participants will explore themes of belonging, resilience, and advocacy, culminating in a virtual conversation with the author himself.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
You’re WorthIt!
Our new digital wellness platform can inspire and motivate LGBTQ+ folks to improve their financial health and well-being.
OUR STORIES
The B.L.A.C.K. Council Wants to Change the World
Learn more about the creation of The B.L.A.C.K. Council, one of our affinity outreach groups, and the work we are doing to increase the visibility and representation of multiply-marginalized communities from Nik Harris, the council co-founder.
A New Era for HRC
Kelley Robinson took the helm in 2022 at a pivotal time for our movement and organization. Read the article that introduced her to our members and supporters in the Equality Magazine Fall 2022 edition!
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Unite for Equality T-Shirt
Love Conquers Hate
Fall Favorites
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