The Black Massacre Project

An independent public research and social justice initiative that explores historical race massacres perpetrated against black communities in the United States.

About us

The Black Massacre Project is an interdisciplinary nerve center that brings scholars, activists, and community members together to engage in collaborative research and cultural exchange related to historical race riots and massacres.

Our Team

The Black Massacre Project is made possible by the dedication and support of our staff and volunteers.

Kenyéla Renée Horn

Program Coordinator

Kenyéla Horn is a Program Coordinator for The Black Massacre Project and a graduate student at Rutgers University-Newark studying Public Administration and Affairs.

Kenya Tyson

Executive Director

Kenya Tyson, JD is an internationally recognized criminal justice expert and higher education executive, with expertise in the field of race, crime, and inequality.

Gregory L. Gamble II

Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives

Gregory L. Gamble II is the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives at The Black Massacre Project and holds a leadership position at Seton Hall Law School.

Kenya Tyson

Executive Director

Kenya Tyson, JD is an internationally recognized criminal justice expert and higher education executive, with expertise in the field of race, crime, and inequality.
Kenyéla Renée Horn

Program Coordinator

Kenyéla Horn is a Program Coordinator for The Black Massacre Project and a graduate student at Rutgers University-Newark studying Public Administration and Affairs.

Gregory L. Gamble II

Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives

Gregory L. Gamble II is the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives at The Black Massacre Project and holds a leadership position at Seton Hall Law School.

Events

We’re always planning exciting events!

Are you a survivor or descendant of someone who survived an historical black massacre? Was your town or city the scene of historical racial violence? We want to hear your story.