The Black Swan Academy

The Black Swan Academy A DC community-based organization that concentrates its efforts on empowering Black youth through Civic Leadership and Engagement.

SNEAK PEEK! Youth Organizers Sanai and Nubia chatting with  about all things BSA and what REAL representation for DC loo...
05/21/2026

SNEAK PEEK! Youth Organizers Sanai and Nubia chatting with about all things BSA and what REAL representation for DC looks like

Last week, the DC Council voted to expand the youth curfew. While we disagree that the curfew is a solution that puts th...
05/12/2026

Last week, the DC Council voted to expand the youth curfew. While we disagree that the curfew is a solution that puts the wellbeing of our youth as the priority, we will continue to demand measures & resources that protect and center youth safety and respect for all DC residents

Follow BSA for updates and ways you can continue to support

Full house for the Council Candidates Youth Issues Forum focused on Ward 1 & At Large races, hosted by  BSA was a proud ...
05/07/2026

Full house for the Council Candidates Youth Issues Forum focused on Ward 1 & At Large races, hosted by

BSA was a proud co-sponsor and energized to be in the room with our youth leaders. Topics covered included housing, public safety, mental health, parenting, and youth programs

Black Swan Academy is co-sponsor of the Youth Issues Forum! Join us TONIGHT to hear from Ward 1 & At-Large candidates. W...
05/06/2026

Black Swan Academy is co-sponsor of the Youth Issues Forum! Join us TONIGHT to hear from Ward 1 & At-Large candidates.

We will hear directly from candidates about the issues impacting young people and our communities. We hope to see you there for an evening of conversation, civic engagement, and youth voice.

Let the Council know TODAY before NOON that curfews are not a solution to protecting our youthInvestment over criminaliz...
05/05/2026

Let the Council know TODAY before NOON that curfews are not a solution to protecting our youth

Investment over criminalization

Two opportunities to let the Council know that our youth need meaningful support and resourcesYoung people: reach out ab...
04/28/2026

Two opportunities to let the Council know that our youth need meaningful support and resources

Young people: reach out about testifying on April 30th

Adult allies should prioritize May 5th to show solidarity against curfew extensions

Please join us TODAY at the 2026 Youth-Led Mayoral Candidate ForumAt this event, students will have the chance to engage...
04/23/2026

Please join us TODAY at the 2026 Youth-Led Mayoral Candidate Forum

At this event, students will have the chance to engage in democracy through interactive activities and hearing from the candidates that may be YOUR next mayor!
Trinity Washington University Main Hall (125 Michigan
Ave NE, Washington DC, 20017)
⏰Doors open at 4:30pm, event begins promptly at
5pm-7pm
🍕Food provided & community service hours are
available for high school students

🔗Register here - LINK IN BIO: https://tinyurl.com/2026mayorforum

04/21/2026

Black Swan Academy opposes the continued use of youth curfew zones that criminalize our youth

BSA Co-ED Naïké Savain speaks with DC News Now on today’s DC Council vote on curfew extensions and the harmful actions targeting Black youth

Urge the Council to vote NO on emergency and permanent youth curfew legislation

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04/20/2026
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Washington D.C., DC
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