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ABOUT BAKARI

Producer, Facilitator, Consultant - Generalist

Bakari Jones (they/them) is a producer, facilitator, and consultant committed to amplifying the voices and experiences of Black, women, LGBTQ and gender-expansive communities. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Bakari curates transformative spaces, blending narrative development, event production, and hospitality to foster connection, confidence, and cultural impact.


Bakari's work is guided by Black Womanist Thought, Black Liberation Theology, and ‘Black joy’ as a mantra of resistance.


Bakari is most proud of serving as an AmeriCorps V.I.S.T.A. in post-Katrina New Orleans, supporting communications strategy for Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas' campaign, and creating Lor Rube - a community build of a Rube Goldberg machine highlighting the disparities experienced by Black, queer, and trans youth in Baltimore city attempting to access city services. 


With an adaptive and intentional approach, Bakari thrives at the intersection of strategy and storytelling, helping individuals and organizations bring their visions to life with authenticity and impact.


Bakari earned a Bachelors degree in African American studies from Temple University, Masters degree in Business Administration from Loyola University Maryland, certificate in Front End Web Development, and a certificate in Somatic Embodiment & Regulation Strategies.

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MORE ABOUT BAKARI

  • Selected as  one of the 18 Inaugural Drs. Elmer  + Joanne Martin Social Impact Fellows Leading Transformative Change in Baltimore


  • Named 1 of "20 luminaries keeping Baltimore innovators well connected" by Technical.ly - 2024


  • Recognized as one of the 100 Black LGBTQ/SGL Emerging Leaders to Watch by the National Black Justice Coalition - 2014


  • Trans Justice Funding Project grant recipient - 2014


  • Selected as 1 of the founding Black youth organizers of the Black Youth Project 100 (BYP100) - 2013

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

Working with Bakari helped me connect with my diverse electorate in concise and effective ways.


Engaging one million diverse residents of my district requires the ability to frame unique and complex concerns while presenting a comprehensive vision for change. In a fast-paced environment, Bakari patiently worked with me to hone political positions into tight relatable narratives - allowing me to maximize the limited amount of time I was able spend with thousands of voters across my vast district. Her breathing and motivational techniques, calmed the body and helped me momentarily quiet the chaos of the campaign. This allowed me to focus on my audience and shape talking points that helped audiences connect with my story and find common ground.


Bakari’s dedication, professionalism and personalized service helped to elevate my story-telling throughout a successful campaign. I wholeheartedly recommend Bakari to anyone needing thought - partnership and technical skills to shape concise narratives that move listeners. 


Lola Smallwood-Cuevas

California State Senator, 28th District

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