Who we are
At Black Girl Narrative, we are more than an organization—we are a movement dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of Black women and girls. Through storytelling, research, and advocacy, we create sanctuary spaces that celebrate and protect the narratives of Black women in digital and physical realms. Our mission is rooted in the lived experiences of Black women, addressing systemic inequities, and ensuring their voices are not only heard but honored. Every initiative we lead is a testament to the transformative power of collective action and the stories that bind us together.
Our Story
Black Girl Narrative was born out of both love and necessity—a love for the stories Black women carry and the urgent need to protect, amplify, and honor them.Our journey began with a simple but urgent truth: Black women’s narratives have been fragmented, erased, and distorted for too long. We’ve seen the ways our stories are dismissed in media, misrepresented in history, and silenced in digital spaces. Black Girl Narrative exists to reclaim that power.
This platform was created from a deep recognition that storytelling is more than just words—it’s an act of survival, a form of resistance, and a way to build community. With a foundation built on research, advocacy, and community-building, BGN is dedicated to:
- Creating digital and cultural sanctuaries where Black women can exist unapologetically.
- Elevating our narratives through research, storytelling, and media.
- Partnering with like-minded organizations to cultivate spaces of joy, truth, and complexity.
- Providing tools & resources for advocacy, collective care, and digital resistance.
Our story isn’t just about the past—it’s about the future we are building together. A future where Black women’s voices aren’t just heard but honored and upheld as catalysts for change.
We’ve launched, and we’re just getting started. Welcome to Black Girl Narrative.
Mission and Vision
Our Approach
At Black Girl Narrative, our work is centered on four foundational pillars
Research:
We document and analyze the ways Black women’s narratives are shaped, erased, and reclaimed. Our research is a foundation for advocacy, ensuring our stories are preserved, studied, and used to challenge systemic inequities.
Advocacy:
We use our collective voice to push for cultural and policy shifts that protect and uplift Black women’s stories. Through digital campaigns and public engagement, we demand space, accountability, and systemic change.
Storytelling:
Our narratives are history, resistance, and truth. We create space for Black women to tell their own stories—unfiltered and unchallenged—through digital media, personal narratives, and creative expression.
Community Building:
Black Girl Narrative is more than a platform—it’s a living archive and a collective. We cultivate spaces of connection, care, and collaboration, ensuring that Black women find sanctuary, support, and strength in one another.
What’s Next
Black Girl Narrative was created to make space for Black women’s stories to exist fully, without compromise. Now that we’ve arrived, we’re focused on deepening our impact through research, storytelling, advocacy, and community-building.
As we move forward, we’re:
Launching digital storytelling campaigns that center Black women’s lived experiences.
Producing original research to document and amplify our narratives.
Creating community-driven spaces where Black women can connect, reflect, and build together.
Our work is about more than visibility—it’s about ensuring Black women’s stories shape the future.
Join us as we continue to push boundaries, challenge erasure, and amplify the voices that matter most.
Dr. DeLisha Tapscott is a nonprofit leader with over a decade of experience in organizational development, strategy, and equity-driven initiatives. Holding an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from the University of Dayton, her research examines the intersectional experiences of identity negotiation among Black women within white-dominant spaces. She is also the founder of Black Girl Narrative, a platform amplifying Black women’s research and advocacy. Her work blends scholarship, storytelling, and strategy to challenge systemic barriers and create transformative change.
Dr. Nardos Ghebreab is an educator, researcher, and DEI consultant currently working in the nonprofit sector. With a Ph.D. in Teaching & Learning, Policy & Leadership from the University of Maryland, her research focuses on race, racism, and Black teachers’ experiences in education systems. She has held roles as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Georgetown University, Director of Programs & Research at the National Charter Collaborative, and a researcher examining school exclusion and family-school partnerships. Through her scholarship and consulting, she advances liberatory design and anti-racist pedagogy to create more just and inclusive learning environments.
Malliron Hodge leverages her extensive experience in community engagement and human-centered design to forge meaningful collaborations that amplify Black women's stories, prioritizing entrepreneurs and business owners. With a background in coaching early-stage entrepreneurs and a passion for storytelling, she advises the BGN team to ensures their initiatives resonate authentically within the community. Mallion's commitment to fostering supportive ecosystems within BGN to inspire, connect, and uplift Black women worldwide.
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Anani Blakey is a multidisciplinary creator born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, whose work explores the intersections of history, identity, and cultural memory through photography, creative direction, and experiential design. Rooted in advocacy and storytelling, her practice honors African American heritage and uplifts marginalized narratives, often through intimate, emotionally resonant imagery.An advocate for joy, rest, and creative play, Anani creates spaces where individuals are celebrated in their wholeness and empowered to express themselves freely. Her community-driven approach emphasizes collaboration and centers the lived experiences of Black and minority communities, using art as a tool for connection, reflection, and liberation.