The Goal of the Black Matriarch Zine is to honor black women and the role they play in shaping black families, as matriarchs. Members of the African diaspora submit images and video documentation of black elders, whether they may be grandmothers, great-aunts, godmothers, or caregivers. The goal: “to create an ongoing archive commemorating the black women in our lives who were crucial in our upbringing.” ~ Alkebuluan Merriweather

The First Edition of Black Matriarch Archive Vol. 1 raised $638. Donations were made towards 360 Nation, Black Art Library, and three incarcerated individuals Alkebulan works with through the Illinois Deaths in Custody Project.

Proceeds from the second edition will be used to continue the archival work of Homagetoblkmadonnas. A donation will be made towards Brave Space Alliance once the second edition officially sells out.