HBCU Caucus Network

A Policy Hub for Legislative Champions of HBCUs

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have long served as engines of opportunity, innovation, and leadership for Black communities across the nation. Yet, in far too many states, they continue to face inequities in funding, infrastructure, and support.

The Black Legislative Leaders Network (BLLN) is proud to launch the HBCU Caucus Network — a centralized hub designed to equip and empower Black state legislative leaders to champion HBCUs through policy, partnerships, and coalition-building.

Our Mission

The HBCU Caucus Network exists to:

Provide Black legislative leaders with tools to establish and strengthen state-level HBCU caucuses;
Share model legislation, funding strategies, and policy briefs that advance equity and sustainability for HBCUs;
Promote collaboration between state legislative leaders, HBCU alumni lawmakers, HBCU presidents, students, advocacy organizations, and federal partners;
Ensure HBCUs remain a top legislative priority in statehouses across the country.

What You’ll Find Here

Model Caucus Frameworks: Templates and guides for forming a bipartisan HBCU caucus in your state legislature.
Policy Resources: State-by-state funding comparisons, capital improvement needs, workforce development initiatives, and federal-state alignment strategies.
Legislative Wins: Profiles of successful HBCU-focused bills and appropriations driven by BLLN members.
Event Toolkit: How-to guides for hosting HBCU advocacy days, legislative hearings, and campus town halls.
Collaboration Opportunities: Information on joining national efforts with partners like the White House Initiative on HBCUs, the Hunt Institute, and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

Why This Matters

HBCUs produce 70% of Black doctors, 50% of Black lawyers, and 80% of Black judges. They are not just academic institutions — they are pillars of progress and justice. State legislators have the power to protect and invest in that legacy.

Take Action

Start or strengthen your HBCU Caucus today. Whether you’re a legislator, staffer, or advocate, this network is for you. Let’s ensure that HBCUs are not only preserved — but positioned to thrive.