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Black Men and Boys Commission

The 21-member Black Men and Boys Commission will help advise the Mayor and the City of Boston on issues pertaining to Black men and boys.

We want to hear from you! Take our survey to provide direct feedback to the commission:

Commission's Engagement Form

Commission Meetings

Commission Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month in the evening, alternating between in-person and virtual formats.

About the Commission

The Commission was established through a 2021 ordinance sponsored by Councilor Julia Mejia and signed by former Mayor Kim Janey. The Commission will be made up of 21 members:

  • The Mayor will appoint seven members who are experts on issues facing Black men and boys in Boston.
  • The Mayor will appoint seven members from 14 nominees with experience or knowledge on issues facing Black men and boys in Boston submitted by the City Council.
  • The Mayor will appoint seven members from a pool of applicants with experience or knowledge on issues facing Black men and boys in Boston.

Submissions for the Black Men and Boys Commission are now closed. Keep in touch for future openings.

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