Become a member of the African American Roundtable today! Our vision is to be a joyful, political home for Black people to thrive in liberated, interconnected communities. Join us!

AART continues to mourn by the devastating and tragic loss of Sade Robinson. Please consider attending the fundraising event this Sunday, Feb. 16 from noon to 3 p.m. at Venue 3 to support her memorial and family.

Join AART on 3/12 at 5:30 p.m. CT for our second Northwest Side Visioning Session. We'll discuss our 2024 sessions, a resident-led Northwest Side safety campaign or project, and will have opportunities for neighbors to give feedback and join the campaign!

Although we celebrate Black History, all day everyday, here are some specific ways you can honor and celebrate this month in the city of Milwaukee.

Mark your calendar for @ABFE's first spotlight of the year on Feb. 24, featuring AART's Markasa Harris & Ryeshia Farmer! They'll lead an inspiring discussion on “Community Resilience and Philanthropy’s Impact: Milwaukee’s Transformation Post-George Floyd.”

Support Teens Impacted by Teen Dating Violence with Tools from UWM February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month—a critical time to reflect on the challenges teens face in unhealthy relationships and the role we play in supporting them.

Here's Ryeshia's vision for a thriving Northwest Side! What's your vision? #Milwaukee

Check out this conversation! AART's Youth Organizer, Thomas Leonard joined with Youth Rising Up's Radio last year alongside Righteous White. They talked about how to attract a person to a youth program and what issues they would want to address.

The fight for Black Liberation is about ensuring equality, justice, and freedom for Black people and communities worldwide. This struggle is not just historical; it's an ongoing journey that requires our collective effort and unwavering commitment. #BlackHistoryMonth

Join the @ACLUofWisconsin Feb. 11 from 6:30 - 7:30pm CST for an important Know Your Rights training to give immigrants, their loved ones, and dedicated community members the power and knowledge they need to protect themselves and assert their rights.

Check out all the February activities from game days to specialty hikes to wonderful workshops. Also, don't miss the WINTER BREAK MILWAUKEE event that you may have read about in the newspaper. It promises to be a great time on Saturday, February 15!

Here's Carnell's vision for a thriving Northwest Side of #Milwaukee! What's your vision? Let us know here:

One of the many ways Cactus Club has evolved includes launching “In the Clouds” artist residency program. They actively working to improve access to the club & develop programming that addresses barriers to artist & audience access.

#ICYMI: We have the chance to win Participatory Budgeting (PB) in Milwaukee, which would give communities a say in how public funds are spent. Let your Common Council member know to vote YES on PB! 

Milwaukee Housing Authority executives are scrambling to cut costs, after the agency's new chief financial officer discovered that more than $2.8 million in rental assistance funds were misused by his predecessors.

#ICYMI: Join AART on 3/12 at 5:30 p.m. CT for our second Northwest Side Visioning Session. We'll discuss a Northwest Side safety campaign or project (led by resident leaders) and will have opportunities for neighbors to give feedback and join the campaign!

Check out our new Youth Organizing webpage! Learn more about our youth engagement work, new programs and initiatives, and how to plug into our work.

There are still a few chances for you to have your voice heard about the MKE County Transit System’s MOVE 2025 initiative. Attend the final community meeting any time from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. TODAY at the MCTS' Administration Building.

Members of the public will have their first formal opportunity to observe the city’s conversation about the ICE facility at the next meeting of the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee on Tuesday, Feb. 4.

Happy #BlackHistoryMonth/ #BlackFuturesMonth! This February, we will continue to celebrate the rich heritage, enduring resilience, and profound contributions of our communities. Black history is a testament to the power of our people.

Join AART on March 12 at 5:30 p.m. CT for our second Northwest Side Visioning Session. We'll discuss our 2024 sessions, a NW Side safety campaign or project and will have opportunities for neighbors to give feedback and join the campaign! Sign up here: