COLLABORATE

We launch and support campaigns, cultural interventions, coalitions, and narrative labs to foster collaboration and coordination across the Collective and broader Black, Indigenous, and transformative social justice movements and cultural ecosystems. 


Current Coalitions and Campaigns

REPARATIONS

New Yorkers for Reparations

New Yorkers for Reparations is a 100+ member coalition focused on building a statewide movement for reparations in New York. BLIS serves on the steering committee of the coalition

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Alliance for Reparations, Reconciliation and Truth
ARRT is a multi-racial, multi-sector alliance advancing reparations in California. BLIS serves on the solidarity subcommittee within the coalition.

Why We Can’t Wait Coalition
A national coalition of hundreds of organizations, including internationally based and US-based national and grassroots organizations, seeking to advance comprehensive reparations at all levels.

GUARANTEED INCOME

New York State Cash Alliance
The NYS Cash Alliance engages in advocacy campaigns, organizing, community building, and education for guaranteed income and cash policies across New York. BLIS serves on the steering committee of the Alliance.

BABY BONDS

National Baby Bonds Coalition
The National Baby Bonds Coalition, convened by the ACLU, is a transformative coalition dedicated to addressing the racial wealth gap, fostering economic equity, and ensuring that every child has access to a strong economic foundation.

LAND BACK

Our work in 2025 will focus on exploring launching either a local or national Land Back coalition in coordination with our partners, particularly the NDN Collective.