KCN Initiative©

The Kinship & Cultural Network (KCN) Initiative© aims to champion the success of Black students navigating higher education by:

amplifying their voices as a means of resistance against systemic discriminatory norms found in the historical exclusion and oppression of Blacks in America’s educational system
fostering positive educational communities and experiences within minority-serving institutions and PWIs alike
implementing institutional and disciplinary structures that are essential to recruiting and retaining Black students in higher education

Your financial contribution to this initiative supports the 3 efforts indicated below.

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Research

The KCN initiative© is committed to conducting ongoing research that centers understanding, enhancing, and advocating for the Black student experience. This includes, but is not limited to conducting qualitative research, along with accessing and contributing to scholarly publications and conferences.

Opportunities

The KCN initiative© is committed to creating opportunities for Black students to be seen, heard, and valued. This includes offering space for them to share their academic and creative work, along with any concerns or suggestions they may have regarding their collegiate journey.

Scholarship

The KCN initiative© is committed to offering financial assistance to Black students as they pursue higher education. Financial resources significantly contribute to the wholistic success of students. This initiative aims to provide an annual scholarship to at least one Black student with hopes of additional financial provision as sponsorship grows.