Road to Reparations in Indianapolis, Honoring the Legacy of Black Wall Street
Indianapolis, IN – Black Leaders Detroit (BLD) proudly announces the 2025 Ride for Equity: Road to Reparations, a powerful cross-country bike ride designed to raise awareness and support for Black entrepreneurs. Launching May 31, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, this five-week journey will pass through Indianapolis and conclude at Wall Street in New York City near Independence Day.
As part of the national tour, the ride will significantly stop in Indianapolis, Indiana, a city deeply committed to fostering equity and inclusive economic opportunity. The journey will officially launch from the 16 Tech Innovation District, bringing together cyclists, changemakers, and supporters nationwide to “move for the movement” and amplify the call to close the racial capital gap.
“We are excited to embark on this monumental journey with our Indianapolis partners,” said Dwan Dandridge, CEO of Black Leaders Detroit. “Together, we can honor the past, inspire the present, and create a future rooted in fairness and equitable access to opportunity.”
Since 2020, Black Leaders Detroit has led a powerful tradition of advocacy through its annual 377-mile bike ride from Detroit to the Mackinac Policy Conference. This yearly event sheds light on the financial barriers faced by Black entrepreneurs. In 2024, more than 250 participants joined a six-mile kickoff ride, with 15 riders committing to multiple journey days. The 2025 Ride for Equity expands that impact, taking the message from Black Wall Street to Wall Street.
“The Recorder Media Group is proud to help support this great cause, which aligns with our mission to educate, engage, and empower the communities we serve,” said Robert Shegog, President and CEO of Recorder Media Group. “I urge everyone—individuals, businesses, and institutions alike—to get behind this movement for equity, progress, and lasting economic impact.”
“Speak For Yourself” Community Forum – Indianapolis Stop
As part of its route, the 2025 ride will include “Speak for Yourself” community forums in key cities to foster conversations around race, equity, and economic opportunity. The Indianapolis forum will be held at:
The AMP at 16 Tech Innovation District
1220 Waterway Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Residents, media, and changemakers are encouraged to attend and take part in this critical dialogue.
Get Involved
Black Leaders Detroit invites all to become part of this historic movement—whether by riding, volunteering, donating, or spreading the word.
Learn more at ride4equity.org
Together, let’s honor the legacy of Black Wall Street and ride for equity, empowerment, and economic transformation.
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