What is the Let Them Talk Coalition?
The Let Them Talk (LTT) Coalition is a formal alliance of youth-serving leaders and organizations working collaboratively to empower Black youth, support Black families, and strengthen underserved communities. Co-founded by Anthony Battle, Heather Savage, and Daniel Mills, the coalition brings together organizations across Central Indiana and beyond that share a commitment to racial equity, mental health, youth development, and community healing.
The coalition operates under the umbrella of Let Them Talk, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and affirming Black youth voices through community partnerships, programming, and advocacy.
Priorities of the LTT Coalition
The coalition’s work centers around these key priorities:
- Reducing Youth Violence
- Addressing Racial Disparities
- Decreasing Out-of-School Suspensions
- Supporting Mental Health
- Increasing Youth and Family Involvement in Community Programs
- Securing Affordable and Viable Youth Housing
- Expanding Training for Youth and Family Self-Sufficiency
- Promoting Post-Secondary and Career Readiness
To advance these goals, the coalition:
- Hosts annual Melanin Table Talk Community Conversations
- Quarterly Coalition Meetings
- Collaboratively applies for funding and shares resources
- Refers youth and families across member programs
- Operates as a safe space for youth service leaders to collaborate, share, and rest