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Blackshires Community Empowerment Foundation and Team R3SET partner to drive systemic change for BIPOC communities across Berkshire County Systemic change does not occur by chance; it requires intentional action, community […]

On July 19, Great Barrington will experience a historic event—the unveiling of the W.E.B. Du Bois Sculpture, a significant tribute to one of America’s most influential civil rights leaders and […]

In the heart of the Berkshires, a powerful wave of creativity and transformation is rising—led not by institutions alone, but by the voices, visions, and lived experiences of Black, Indigenous, […]

On behalf of the City of Pittsfield, Mayor Pete Marchetti officially presented a proclamation declaring June 14th as “Blackshires Leadership Accelerator Day.” This distinguished recognition underscores the significant community impact […]

How are you involved in the community? I’ve been in business for over 25 years. I own Devine Retail Cannabis and CBD, which focuses on aligning nature with wellness. My […]

The Berkshire Black community possesses so much talent. We are lucky to have such an abundance of creative talent, and a team of individuals who are willing to give the […]

We are proud to announce our board members team leading the newly nonprofit Blackshires Community Empowerment Foundation. Dubois Thomas and Vice President Ari Zorn: They are leading the charge along […]

Innovating How We Innovate Thursday, September 23 Session 1 – 1p  2021 Berkshire Intrapreneur Challenge Final Event Kripalu ◇ Shire City Herbals ◇ Wellness Concepts ◇ JM Spartan The Chamberlain Group Keynote: Steve Nielsen, CEO Dycom […]

Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated with us during the first half of our “Celebration of Black Voices” festival.  It was wonderful to see so many people […]

How are you involved in the community? I work to improve the overall quality of life for residents of the Westside neighborhood ofPittsfield in my role as Neighborhood Revitalization Director […]