Black XChange 1.1

Black XChange aims to address systemic change within the Black community by emphasizing the importance of collective progress over individual advancement. It challenges the prevailing narrative that suggests personal success alone can combat systemic oppression. Instead, it advocates for a coordinated and intentional approach to making significant improvements.

Objectives of Black XChange:

• Promote awareness among Black consumers and their allies regarding their spending habits, encouraging a shift towards supporting Black-owned businesses.
• Foster a commitment from Black business owners to reinvest in their communities through collaborations and local hiring practices.

The initiative aspires to cultivate an environment where individuals from the Black community can establish businesses that offer competitive services. This empowerment not only reflects the strength of ownership but also nurtures community pride, driving a vision where residences in Black communities are actively sought after rather than avoided.

This endeavor seeks to achieve more than just sporadic assistance to a limited number of businesses; it recognizes the necessity for widespread transformation that addresses the broader needs of the community.

Features of Black XChange:

• Users can easily browse through a business card deck designed for swift access to local Black businesses without overwhelming information.
• Facilitates simpler shopping experiences with less research required.
• Encourages gradual changes in spending patterns over time.
• Offers flexible search options for local Black businesses through multiple filters such as Keyword Search, Business Categories, and Radius.
• Allows users to select multiple search locations and discover discounts.
• Enables users to maintain a list of preferred businesses and elevate their visibility within the platform.

For business owners, the application provides:

• The ability to create a business card showcasing essential details such as Business Name, Location, and Photos.
• Space to highlight business specifics on the reverse side, including information about ownership and alternate locations.
• The capability to share additional discounts and promotional offers.

The potential for significant change exists within our communities. We encourage users to engage with this application and share it within their networks.