Black Girls Link (BGL)

EMPOWER. EDUCATE. ADVOCATE.

We are raising funds to host in-person events for the social and professional advancement of Black women and the Black community.

Black Girls Link (BGL) is a Black women-led network and lifestyle brand that empowers Black women professionally and socially through sisterhood and activism. We aim to guide, mentor and link Black professional women and aspiring Black professional women with one another so they can be set up for success in any profession.​ We hope to host more events so we can continue to fight and advocate for the social and professional advancement of Black women and the Black community.   

Message from the founder: I worked in a professional environment where I was the only one in the room that looked like me. The lack of diversity was apparent. I was used and treated as a token. I was denied opportunities and treated differently because of the color of my skin. I felt alone. I know I’m not the only Black professional woman that has felt this way at her place of employment. However, I found comfort and solace in my circle of Black professional women, including my peers and seasoned professionals. They empowered me to succeed professionally despite the racism and microaggressions I encountered. This experience inspired me to create a network of Black professional women so we can continue to hold each other up in the face of adversity and celebrate each other during our triumphs. I am motivated by this vision and creating a professional and social support system for Black professional women, so they never feel alone again. - Nkasi Akpaka, Esq.

Black Girls Link (BGL)’s Mission:

1. Strengthen the connection between Black professional women; 

2. Empower Black professional women to increase the number of Black professional women in leadership roles and high-skilled roles

3. Improve the overall health and wellness of Black professional women; and

4. Educate and engage Black professional women in social justice and activism.

About Black Girls Link (BGL): https://www.blackgirlslink.com/about

Every dollar counts! We're so grateful for your support. Without YOU, our work wouldn't be possible. 

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