@ReaderJohn While I am not directly involved with BLM, I have spent time in some African American communities and seen the effects of missing fathers first hand. I was partially raised by an African American nanny and when I go to visit her, she always has folks from the neighborhood calling her mom and grandma. Making space for ad hoc families are definitely a thing.

Have you looked into whether there are any BLM chapters near you? It might be worth talking to some people directly involved to get a better sense of the movement?

I'm also happy to answer questions and keep discussing things if you'd like. //@JMaxb