About Us
The Black American Heritage Association of NYC (BAHA NYC), officially incorporated in New York State as Black American Heritage Association of NY, Inc., brings together Soulaan, American Indian, Black American Freedmen, Foundational Black Americans, and American Descendants of Slavery to celebrate, preserve, and strengthen Black American cultural heritage.
Founded by Lynette Bradley, BAHA NYC was created to build a more connected community where Black Americans can take pride in our roots, share our traditions, preserve our history, and strengthen relationships across generations. We believe our heritage lives in the stories we tell, the customs we carry forward, and the experiences we share with one another.
Through cultural events, educational programming, community initiatives, and opportunities for involvement, BAHA NYC is creating spaces where our traditions can be celebrated and passed forward. We want younger generations to discover their heritage, older generations to share their knowledge, and members to build meaningful connections that extend beyond a single gathering.
As an officially incorporated organization, BAHA NYC is building for the future. We invite members, volunteers, and community collaborators to contribute their ideas, talents, and experiences as we develop cultural events, community programming, and new traditions created by us and for us.
Together, we can honor the generations who came before us, celebrate who we are today, and create traditions that future generations of Black Americans can proudly carry forward.
Founder
Lynette Bradley is the Founder and President of the Black American Heritage Association of NYC (BAHA NYC), officially incorporated in New York State as Black American Heritage Association of NY, Inc. Her vision is to celebrate and preserve Black American heritage while creating opportunities for community, connection, and traditions that can be carried forward for generations.
Born and raised in North Carolina, Lynette spent summers here in Brooklyn with her maternal grandmother and later made Brooklyn her home as an adult. Her HBCU experience began at Fayetteville State University and continued at Shaw University, where she graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and is currently completing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University, with graduation expected in October 2026.
Professionally, Lynette is a Professional Solutions Architect and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) with experience spanning Technology, Information Security, Consulting, Governance, Risk Management, Banking, Insurance, Marketing, Advertising, and Real Estate. Before transitioning into Technology and Information Security, she spent more than a decade as a Marketing Strategist working with CEOs, Executives, Entrepreneurs, established organizations, and startup brands throughout the United States and internationally.
An Entrepreneur and avid traveler who has visited most states in the United States as well as international destinations, Lynette brings her experience in Business, Strategy, Technology, Marketing, and Community Building to BAHA NYC with a focus on preserving Black American culture, strengthening community connections, and creating traditions for future generations.