Aging While Black

Aging While Black is a platform, movement, and community focused on the experiences of Black elders in America. It explores how aging and race intersect, bringing attention to the contributions, needs, and perspectives of Black older adults. The organization aims to improve long-term outcomes by centering their visibility, dignity, agency, and belonging.

Its mission is to transform the aging landscape by cultivating a network of partners, innovations, and opportunities that centers Black elders. Its vision is a society in which they are celebrated, supported, and empowered to thrive in every aspect of life. Aging While Black describes its work as protective and practice-grounded, advancing a clear vision for equitable aging.

The organization is led by Raymond A. Jetson and Kali J. Graves, an intergenerational team with more than 12 years of experience working together on complex challenges. Through its website, Aging While Black offers ways to learn about its approach and team, explore its experience and blog, and engage with its book, media, store, and investment-related opportunities.