Proud2BBlack designers of Symbols to Inspire and Honor
"Introducing Proud2BBlack Designers—a collection of symbols and designs created to inspire, celebrate, and honor Blackness. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the strength, beauty, and resilience of our culture, serving as a wearable tribute to our heritage. Through bold designs and meaningful symbolism, this collection empowers you to showcase pride, spark conversation, and keep Black culture alive in every expression."
Brothers and Sisters,
On behalf of the Black Business and Mentorship Initiative, I extend my warmest greetings to the African American community. Today, we stand at a vital crossroads where unity, culture, and self-awareness remain the pillars of our collective progress.
Our history is filled with remarkable resilience. Through struggle and triumph, we have expressed our identity in ways that continue to educate, inspire, and liberate. It is this shared legacy that binds us together and empowers us to move forward with strength.
As we reflect on our culture, let us honor the generations before us who carried the torch of knowledge and expression against all odds. Let us also embrace self-awareness—not only in recognizing our own worth, but in affirming the dignity, creativity, and leadership that resides in each of us.
Unification is our greatest tool. When we come together, we amplify our voices, strengthen our communities, and ensure that our culture thrives for generations to come. BBMI is committed to fostering this unity by supporting mentorship, education, and opportunities that uplift every member of our community.
Let us continue to celebrate who we are, remember where we have come from, and envision where we are destined to go. With culture as our guide and self-awareness as our compass, our future is bright and unstoppable.
In solidarity and with great respect,
Rick Holland
President, BBMI
The African American Unification with God
From the darkness of bondage to the light of freedom, our unification with God has been our anchor and our deliverance. Through four hundred years of trial, the African American people held fast to the Word that says:
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
In the fields, in the hush harbors, in whispered prayers, our ancestors knew that no chain could bind the Spirit. Like Israel in Egypt, they believed in a Deliverer who would one day break every yoke.
“I have surely seen the affliction of my people… and I have come down to deliver them.” (Exodus 3:7–8)
Through songs of sorrow and songs of hope, faith was their unbroken bridge to God. Even when denied earthly justice, they clung to the promise:
“Whom the Son sets free is free indeed.” (John 8:36)
Their unification with God transformed suffering into testimony. Out of their endurance, we inherit a living faith — one that declares with certainty:
“No weapon formed against you shall prosper.” (Isaiah 54:17)
Today, we walk in the strength of that same covenant. We are the fruit of their prayers, the evidence of their faith, and the living witness that God never abandoned His people.
In our unification with God, we rise with power, we stand in dignity, and we proclaim with our ancestors:
“If God be for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31)
Commemorate and Honor
Upon the shore, a ship arrived, its sails heavy with shadows. Not cargo, but souls—chained, torn from homeland, their names whispered into salt air. Point Comfort bore no comfort, only the first echo of centuries where labor was stolen, where bodies were broken, yet where spirit endured. Out of anguish, songs were born— hymns that carried hope beyond the lash, prayers that rooted deep into soil tilled with pain. From 1619 to now, we remember not just the wound, but the will that would not bend. From bondage came brilliance, from struggle, a legacy unbroken. We commemorate not only the beginning, but the endurance, the courage, the gift of a people who shaped a nation even as that nation denied their freedom. 1619 lives in memory, in truth and in all of us.
To Our Ancestors
We love you— for the strength you carried when the world tried to break you, for the songs you sang when silence was forced upon you, for the hope you planted in soil watered with tears. We love you— for every dream you dreamed that we now live, for every prayer whispered that still shields us, for every step you took in chains so we could walk in light. We love you— our African American ancestors, our foundation, our fire, our forever.
COME AND JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Our Beginning
In 1619, the first enslaved Africans were brought to the shores of what would become the United States. That moment marks not just the origins of American slavery, but also the birth of a legacy of resilience, struggle, and creativity that continues to shape this nation.
Our Vision
We envision a future where the truth of America’s history is told fully, where the contributions of Black people are honored, and where justice and equity guide the path forward for all.
Our Beliefs
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Truth-Telling is Liberation
We cannot build a just future on falsehoods. To reckon with history is to heal. -
Black History is American History
The story of slavery and its aftermath is not a sidebar — it is central to understanding the United States. -
Generational Justice Matters
The choices we make today — in education, policy, and culture — will shape the lives of generations yet unborn. -
Community is Power
Real change begins when people gather, learn, and act together. -
Equity is Non-Negotiable
We will fight for systems that dismantle racial injustice and replace it with fairness, dignity, and opportunity.
Our Commitments
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Educate: We will create spaces where truth is taught, shared, and amplified.
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Organize: We will build networks of people committed to justice in their communities.
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Advocate: We will push for policy reforms that address the legacy of slavery and systemic racism.
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Celebrate: We will uplift the culture, art, and resilience born out of struggle.
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Sustain: We will invest in the next generation so they inherit not silence, but strength.
Our Call
To future generations:
you are the inheritors of truth and the architects of
justice.
To the present: our task
is urgent, our responsibility clear, our movement
unstoppable.
Our Customers are saying
Darryl Harris
"The African American culture flag is a powerful symbol that reflects the resilience, history, and contributions of Black communities. Its colors and design carry deep meaning, serving as a reminder of the struggles endured and the achievements celebrated. I think it’s important to honor and recognize symbols like this because they help preserve cultural identity and inspire unity."
Hector Maymi
"The concept of these window stickers is fantastic, and they beautifully represent African American culture. One suggestion would be to offer a few more size options or designs to appeal to different preferences, which could make them even more versatile for personal or vehicle use."
Willie Harrelson
"These window stickers are a vibrant and meaningful way to celebrate African American culture. The colors and design are bold and eye-catching, and they really show pride and support for the community. I appreciate the quality of the material—it seems durable and suitable for long-term display."
Germaine H
"The African American culture flag is a powerful symbol that reflects the resilience, history, and contributions of Black communities. Its colors and design carry deep meaning, serving as a reminder of the struggles endured and the achievements celebrated. I think it’s important to honor and recognize symbols like this because they help preserve cultural identity and inspire unity."