McKinsey Black Network

Since 1991, the McKinsey Black Network has created a vibrant, global community whose purpose remains simple—to create an unrivaled environment for high performing diverse talent and to play a vital role in supporting our people. Our network leads initiatives to support the advancement of Black colleagues at McKinsey from recruiting through onboarding, professional development, and connectivity. We aspire to:

• Attract Black talent to McKinsey through recruiting events and career opportunities such as the Sophomore Summer BA program for undergraduates, Inspire pre-MBA program, and Power of Togetherness series for experienced professionals
• Host training workshops for Black colleagues, ensuring they have the opportunity to grow and step into leadership positions at the firm
• Organize an annual conference to foster both peer and mentoring relationships within the Black community at McKinsey
• Help set McKinsey’s agenda for supporting the Black community—for example, through the creation of Our 10 Actions toward racial equity
• Partner with other organizations supporting Black talent, including AfroTech and the National Black MBA Association

In addition to our internal efforts, we want to create opportunities for the advancement of Black leaders and professionals outside of McKinsey. Some examples include:

• Launching the McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility, a research institute dedicated to identifying real-world solutions that promote the economic advancement of Black communities across the globe
• Establishing the Black Leadership Academy to help Black leaders grow their capabilities and achieve their professional aspirations
• Selecting 35+ not-for-profit organizations to receive a combined total of $5 million in cash donations to help combat racism and support Black communities