Founded in 1968, The George Washington University Black Student Union’s goal, above all else, is to create a Black experience where all Black students feel supported, welcomed, advocated for, and cared for. The Black Student Union achieves this through programming, both professional and social, service, public forums for discussion, and collaboration across organizations and identities. It is our duty, as the organization overseeing Black life at GW, to create a space where every Black student can be successful, feel heard, and most importantly be proud to be a Black student at GW. The Black Student Union does not waiver in this responsibility, and will do whatever is necessary to protect the interests of Black students at this institution. The Black Student Union was founded on the basis of progressive advocacy and works with every GWU administration to ensure that Black needs are being met and accountability to the Black community skips no person or organization.