Prioritize. Plan. Produce. & Protect US.
BEWUN is a coalition of everyday people, businesses, organizations, and institutions committed to protecting and strengthening Black American communities at home and the growing number abroad.
The goal is to unify our efforts in a way that compounds our collective capital, increases our impact, and allows us to prioritize US, plan for US, produce for US, and protect US.
About BEWUN
Built for US. By US
BEWUN is the system that powers a coalition of individuals, organizations, businesses, and institutions committed to advancing Black American life in the United States, and our growing numbers abroad.
There is no shortage of powerful work happening across our communities. People are building, leading, advocating, teaching, investing, and creating change every day. The gap is not effort; it's a system of coordination and communication.
We are not tapping into each other effectively or leveraging our collective strength fully. As a result, our impact is often fragmented instead of compounded.
BEWUN exists to change that.
Our Purpose
At its core, BEWUN operates through four principles:
Prioritize. Plan. Produce. & Protect US.
Prioritize US
By placing Black American life, progress, and sustainability at the center of decision-making across people, organizations, and institutions.
Plan for US
Through the creation of think tanks that develop intentional short and long-term strategies designed to strengthen our communities structurally, economically, and socially.
Produce for US
Using our collective capital to implement and execute plans that drive real, measurable outcomes, growth, resilience, and advancement.
Protect US
Through coordinated advocacy, governance, and defense to ensure that what we build is sustained, secured, and scaled.
Quarterly Town Meeting
Bewun Quarterly Town Meetings — First Month of Each Quarter, Last Wednesday of That Month
Every quarter Bewun brings the coalition together for a town meeting a space where we align on strategy, share updates, celebrate progress, and plan the next steps together. This is not just a meeting. This is how we move as one.
Q1
January
Last Wednesday of January
Q2
April
Last Wednesday of April
Q3-Next Community Meeting
July
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Q4
October
Last Wednesday of October
Next Community Meeting
Theme : Adopting A Nation Building Mindset
Event Details
DATE
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Doors open at 5:30 PM · Program 6:00–8:30 PM
LOCATION
TBA
COST
Completely free
Open to all, individuals, organizations & businesses
TRAINING INITIATIVES
A comprehensive training series running May through July, covering every dimension of community resilience. Capacity is limited to 20 per session.
May’s BEWUN Self -Sufficiency & Preparedness Trainings (SSPT) brought community members together for impactful hands-on sessions centered on preparedness, leadership, communication, collective care, and self-defense. From emergency planning and building stronger support systems to learning off-grid communication strategies and practical protection skills, each training reinforced the importance of preparation, awareness, and community coordination before crisis.
What participants explored throughout May’s trainings:
1 .Go Bags & Emergency Action Plans (May 7th)
Preparing Emergency Kits. Strengthening Emergency Readiness. Building Crisis Preparedness.
2.Building and Leading Community Care Networks (May 13)
Strengthening Collective Care. Building Support Systems. Connecting Communities.
3.Communicating through Grid Failure (May 20)
Strengthening Communication. Preparing for Outages. Staying Connected Beyond the Grid.
4.Self Defense Training (May 28)
Building Awareness. Strengthening Confidence. Practical Self Defence Skills.
Developing Block Leaders I
Learn the foundations of leadership at the neighborhood level and how to organize effectively within your block.
Grow Where You Are: Practical Gardening for Food Security & Self Reliance
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces indoor and small-space gardening using containers, windowsills, and raised beds. It emphasizes practical techniques that support food security, self-reliance, and confidence.
Shelter In Place I
Understand how to safely remain in place during emergencies, including preparation, supplies, and safety protocols.
Gunshot Wound Training
Gain critical, life-saving skills to respond effectively to gunshot wounds in emergency situations.
Sheltering in Place II
Build on foundational knowledge with advanced strategies for long-term safety and stability while sheltering in place.
Protestor Health
Learn tips for collective safety during protests, rapid response actions, or law enforcement interactions in your neighborhood
Ongoing Farming Training
Hands-on training focused on building sustainable food systems and increasing community self-sufficiency.
Community Leadership Training
Strengthen your ability to lead, organize, and drive impact within your community.
TRAINING INITIATIVES
A comprehensive training series running May through July, covering every dimension of community resilience. Capacity is limited to 20 per session.
MAY
Go Bags & Emergency Action Plans
Learn how to prepare essential emergency kits and create clear, actionable plans to respond in times of crisis.
Building and Leading Community Care Networks
Learn how to create and sustain support systems that ensure community members are cared for during times of need.
Communicating Without Power
Explore practical methods for staying connected and informed when traditional communication systems are unavailable.
Self Defense Training
Build awareness, confidence, and practical skills to protect yourself in real-world situations.
JUNE
Developing Block Leaders I
Learn the foundations of leadership at the neighborhood level and how to organize effectively within your block.
Beginner Friendly Farms
Learn the foundations of leadership at the neighborhood level and how to organize effectively within your block.
Shelter In Place I
Understand how to safely remain in place during emergencies, including preparation, supplies, and safety protocols.
Gunshot Wound Training
Gain critical, life-saving skills to respond effectively to gunshot wounds in emergency situations.
JULY
Sheltering in Place II
Build on foundational knowledge with advanced strategies for long-term safety and stability while sheltering in place.
Protestor Health
Learn how to protect your physical health and respond to medical needs during protests and demonstrations.
Ongoing Farming Training
Hands-on training focused on building sustainable food systems and increasing community self-sufficiency.
Community Leadership Training
Strengthen your ability to lead, organize, and drive impact within your community.
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