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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.
BAS's key projects and initiatives from 2020 to 2024, highlighting our influence on public and private art, youth engagement programs, and contributions to social justice initiatives.
LEADERSHIP
BAS Support Team
Alandes Powell​
​Executive Director
Alexis Patton
Project Manager
Gordon Powell
Support Team
BAS Board of Trustees
Alandes Powell​
​Executive Director
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
Board of Advisors
Michael Coppage
Cedric Cox
Brandon Hawkins
Adoria Maxberry
Annie Ruth
Toilyn O'Neal Turner
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