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Chisholm Table
Chisholm Table is a coalition of Black-led, nonprofit, and governmental organizations building a new table to uplift, empower, and make visible Black communities across New Mexico through collective action and lasting change.
Who we are
Named in honor of trailblazer Shirley Chisholm, Chisholm Table is a coalition convened by the New Mexico Black Leadership Council that brings together Black-led, nonprofit, and governmental organizations to serve and uplift Black communities across New Mexico. Inspired by Mrs. Chisholm’s call to “bring a folding chair,” we are not just claiming a seat—we’re building a new table that centers the political, social, economic, and cultural needs of our people. Together, we are working to make the Black community visible, empowered, and equipped to lead lasting change from the inside out.
You don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas. If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.
— Shirley Chisholm
2022 Cohorts
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Nu Rho Chapter
Founded March 31, 2021, to serve as a capital conduit dedicated to funding strategic long-term developments for a healthy and fruitful ecosystem of Black enterprises, communities, and peoples in Albuquerque area.
Albuquerque BLESS Fund
Founded March 31, 2021, to serve as a capital conduit dedicated to funding strategic long-term developments for a healthy and fruitful ecosystem of Black enterprises, communities, and peoples in Albuquerque area.
Beyond the Chair
Beyond the Chair is a group of local Black-owned barber shops and beauty salons who will amplify their marketing and social media presence and offer to mentor new and upcoming stylists and barbers through their collective action.
New Mexico Black Lawyers Association
Founded March 31, 2021, to serve as a capital conduit dedicated to funding strategic long-term developments for a healthy and fruitful ecosystem of Black enterprises, communities, and peoples in Albuquerque area.
UNM African American Student Services
Founded March 31, 2021, to serve as a capital conduit dedicated to funding strategic long-term developments for a healthy and fruitful ecosystem of Black enterprises, communities, and peoples in Albuquerque area.