Who We Are
Our Board
& Partners
We are honored to count on the generous support of our Board of Trustees and the many organizations BLAC considers partners in justice.
Empowering
Voices, Building Partnerships
At The Black Appalachian Coalition, we believe in the power of community leadership and collaboration. Our board and partners play a vital role in advancing our mission to amplify Black Appalachian voices and dismantle systemic inequities.
Our Board
Leadership Rooted in Community
Our board members bring a wealth of experience, dedication, and passion to BLAC. They represent diverse expertise in advocacy, community organizing, environmental justice, and more.
Megan Bailey
Board Member
Academic Advisor, Mahurin Honors College, Western Kentucky University
Kevin Harris
Board Chair
Advisory, Peter Damon Group
Katonya Hart
Board Member
Philadelphia Regional Rep, Job Corps, U.S. Department of Labor; State Leader, NAACP
Gwendolyn Jones
Board Member
Founder & President, Climate Conversation of Brazoria County, Texas
Patricia DeMarco
Secretary
PhD & Principal, The Main Street Associates
Imani Smith
Board Member
Community Organizer, Kentuckians for the Commonwealth; Director of Community Outreach, Jefferson County Public Library
Our Partners
Collaborating for Change
We are proud to work alongside organizations that share our commitment to equity, environmental justice, and uplifting marginalized voices.
Hip Hop Caucus
For 20 years, Hip Hop Caucus has fought for climate, racial, and economic justice for communities of color.
HHC is a non-profit, non-partisan organization focused on the liberation of Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities across the world.
Women for Healthy Environment
A group of professionals dedicated to the belief that a healthy environment is a fundamental right for all.
WHE uses a scientific approach to drive equitable solutions, focusing on advocacy and community engagement to address environmental challenges and create lasting, positive change.
Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services
A nonprofit law firm that believes all people and communities should have access to the tools of change, and that everyone has the right to make decisions about the air, water, and land where they live, work, and play.
