2020
Murder of George Floyd.
Our aim is to drive systemic change by cultivating sustainable financial resources and support structures that uplift and empower black voices, aspirations, and opportunities worldwide.
By leveraging capital, expertise, and networks, Black Global Trust emerges as a catalyst for tangible, sustainable impact, laying the groundwork for a more equitable and inclusive future.
Black Global Trust's vision stands as a beacon of empowerment and transformation in the investment landscape. It operates at the intersection of social impact and financial growth, striving to catalyse a paradigm shift in advancing racial equity.
This vision is rooted in a commitment to societal progress, aiming not only to generate financial returns but also to drive meaningful change by amplifying the voices and opportunities for Black individuals and communities.
Central to its mission is the deliberate focus on fostering opportunities for Black talent, founders, investors, and communities.
Operating globally across Europe, the US, and Africa, Black Global Trust addresses historical imbalances caused by the slave trade, seeking to redress inequities through purposeful action.
Its comprehensive approach spans a dual mandate: following moving capital for black businesses and empowering knowledge on social impact investments and the disparities within society that profitable businesses can address.
Black Global Trust (BGT) emerged from a critical moment in history: 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and the murder of George Floyd.
Murder of George Floyd.
The COVID pandemic had a greater impact on black communities. For example, during the first wave, the risk of death was 3.7 times greater for Black African men than for their White British counterparts.
Promises of investment and progress to Black Communities that have faded into oblivion or been marginalised.
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