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Black Educational Achievement Movement (BEAM)

Last updated Jun 2026

About

The Black Educational Achievement Movement (BEAM), also known as BEAM Village, is a Portland-based 501(c)(3) that unites Black educators, professionals, and community organizations to support Black students' middle-school, high-school, and post-secondary success across Oregon. It is best known for the annual Black Student Success Summit, a college-to-career event that has served thousands of Black students statewide, and has expanded into community-led learning hubs. Connect through the contact page on their website.

Communities centered

BlackYouth

Services offered

Peer supportAdvocacyEmployment support

Who it's for

Youth under 18

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