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Our Mission
To promote Black culture, social justice and expression through the uplifting of Black artist voices.
A BIG THANK YOU
To all our incredible donors who believe in our mission and help us continue our impactful programming and operating expenses.










BAS IMPACT REPORT
Black Art Speaks (BAS) was founded with a mission to harness art's power for social justice, cultural expression, and community engagement in Cincinnati. BAS has emerged as a pivotal force in the local art scene, known for impactful projects like the original BLM Mural, a response to the national dialogue on racial justice.
Click below to explore BAS’s key projects and initiatives from 2020 to 2024, showcasing our influence on public and private art, youth engagement programs, and ongoing contributions to social justice efforts.
LEADERSHIP
BAS Support Team



Alandes Powell​
President & CEO
Alexis Patton
Project Manager
Gordon Powell
Logistics Manager
BAS Board of Trustees





Alandes Powell​
President & CEO
Ebony Young
Board Chair
Peter Niehoff
​Development Chair
Tamaya Dennard
Chris Evans





Eddie Hawkins
Damien Hoskins
Kick Lee
Tyra Patterson
Jamey Ponte



Maria Seda-Reeder
Stephanie Smith
Kevin Waklatsi
Artist Advisory Board





Michael Coppage
Cedric Cox
Brandon Hawkins
Adoria Maxberry
Annie Ruth

Toilyn O'Neal Turner
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