We are: The Center. A Black space where our collective hearts and minds gather to create Black solutions, build Black wealth, nurture Black health and celebrate Black culture. While Madison’s racial disparities are well documented, many people don’t realize this tale of two cities isn’t just keeping Black people from moving here. It’s also causing Madison-born children to leave for cities where they see opportunities to build wealth, to access Black culture and to feel appreciated within their communities. There’s an immeasurable cost to this exodus of promising young Black people. Imagine the impact on our community if we could keep Black talent in Madison and nurture and develop these future Black leaders. Imagine the Black voices we could amplify and the Black experiences we could share if we had the right space. Imagine how all of us would benefit if we worked together to change the trajectory of Madison’s Black community.