"Black Power is giving power to people who have not had power to determine their destiny.“ - Huey Newton

Arts and Culture
Using culture as the driving force that can bring community together, the BCZ uplifts and celebrates Black cultural traditions and innovations--stories, blues/jazz/hip hop; dance; theater and visual arts.
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BCZ Hub Drawings

Events

Beginning June 15, 2020 @ 6955 Foothill Boulevard in Oakland (Near Corner of Foothill & 73rd.  from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mon, Wed & Fri. we will provide Dinner to East Oakland Residents (at no charge), subject to availability (first come, first served), catered by a local resident and provided by World Central Kitchen.  We will also distribute Produce Boxes; COVID 19 Kits (Masks, Gloves and other items); and other items from local organizations to offset the impact of this Pandemic on our community.

Video

Building a Black Cultural Zone

Stay In The Bay: Housing Justice Pop Up Inspired By Legacy of Black Panther Party

John Jones III On The State Of Oakland 2018

Reading Materials

• 'We're being pushed out': the displacement of black Oakland. Guardian. 1 June 2018.
• Ancestors v. Polka Dots: Some Thoughts on Approaches to “Place-Making”. Streets Blog LA. 27 June 2017.