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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.

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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

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Alandes Powell​

President & CEO

Alexis Patton

Project Manager

Gordon Powell 

 Logistics Manager

BAS Board of Trustees 

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Alandes Powell​

President & CEO

Ebony Young

Board Chair

Peter Niehoff

​Development Chair

Tamaya Dennard

Chris Evans

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Eddie Hawkins

Damien Hoskins

Kick Lee

Tyra Patterson

Jamey Ponte

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Maria Seda-Reeder

Stephanie Smith

Kevin Waklatsi

Artist Advisory Board

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Michael Coppage

Cedric Cox

Brandon Hawkins

Adoria Maxberry

Annie Ruth

Toilyn O'Neal Turner

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