Calling all creative Black girls and non-binary youth (13-19) in NYC/NJ for the BLACK GIRL MAGIC FELLOWSHIP! This powerful 6- week masterclass series is centered on their development as writers, building self-esteem, and addressing issues that matter most to them. This is your chance to contribute to the legacy of Black femme creativity.

Curated by Urban Word Artistic Director & Lincoln Centers Poet-in-Residence Dr. Mahogany L. Browne.

Applications for the 2025 Black Girl Magic Fellowship are now CLOSED.

This year’s cohort will be revealed at the ball.

An Urban Word Benefit

BLACK GIRL MAGIC BALL

Please join us on May 13th at Lincoln Center for our annual intergenerational celebration of Black Girls and Black Women through music, poetry, and activism as we honor incredible changemakers!

You don’t have to be a Black Girl to attend! All allies are welcome! All are invited to join us as we support and shine a light on BLACK GIRL MAGIC!

2025 HONOREES

MAORI KARMAEL HOLMES

NONA HENDRYX I PASCALE SABLAN

RACHEL CARGLE I SADE LYTHCOTT

Ally Honoree JASON REYNOLDS

The Ball Returns to LINCOLN CENTER

Conceived by Mahogany L. Browne, the Black Girl Magic Ball has united generations in celebrating the achievements of visionary Black women making an impact on communities worldwide; leaving their indelible mark in the realms of arts, activism, education, and beyond

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Past honorees have included Sonia Sanchez, Aja Monet, Amanda Seales, Toshi Reagon, Nicole Sealey, Dr. Bobbi Peterson, Cheryl Boyce-Taylor, Jamila Woods, and more. While Black Girl Magic celebrates the Black women in our various communities, the guests lists is filled with tastemakers as well as celebrities such as Padma Lashiki (BRAVO Top Chef), Indya Moore (FX Pose), Danielle Young (Digital Creator/ Host), Tiffany D. Jackson (NY Times Bestselling Author), Tracy Garraud (Sway in the Morning Co-Host), Martina McFly (DJ/ Nike model), Madison McFerrin (You + I EP), and more.

BLACK GIRL MAGIC BALL

2025 HONOREES

The Ball Returns to LINCOLN CENTER

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