The concept of Black Girl Alchemy is a philosophy and programmatic approach originally presented by Black Women (specifically Dr. Nia Nunn, and Nydia Blas) from Southside Community Center to describe an experience of human beings creating and transforming through a seemingly magical process. BGA work recognizes that when the community prioritizes the voices and creative works of Black Girls & Women, everybody benefits.
In honor of Dejour Gandy, a beloved teacher at the Downtown Ithaca Children’s Center, and with the help of his family and the community, Black Girl Alchemists created a mosaic mural that will be the focal point of a memorial garden.
We are planning an unveiling ceremony in October.
