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Welcome to The Black Doll Affair! There’s a reason for the heart in our logo - it’s LOVE! Love of hue, the doll in the mirror and the doll next door. The Black Doll Affair stands as a testament to the transformative power of its founder, former model and publicist,“Dana Hill. Created as a solution to the "doll experiments" of the 1940s and today, Dana (affectionately called Mama Doll), responded to the enduring effects of internalized racism in this video, with a one-time Christmas party that evolved into a movement and empowering journey for Black women and girls. The inaugural Black Doll Affair, held on December 21, 2007, in Atlanta, Georgia (our HQ), marked the genesis of a mission to empower Black women and girls by turning them into living dolls (becoming the best they can be) and reminding them of their beauty through the gift of a toy black doll – a ceremony she coined "Be a Doll, give a doll."

In the subsequent years, Mama Doll's dedication, alongside her members — The Black Dolls, comprising Black Doll Brothas (representing all races of men) and Black Doll Porcelain Pals (non-Black women) — has elevated the movement into a force that transcends expectations, race, the status quo, boundaries, and standards for Black girls and toy black dolls alike. As you explore our website, immerse yourself in the extraordinary journey chronicling Mama Doll's groundbreaking vision, which has captured the support of icons and celebrities, resonated with leaders of the civil rights movement, and achieved monumental milestones in education and pop culture. Witness the intersection of entertainment, fashion, philanthropy, and cultural impact as The Black Doll Affair continues to change the way we play, shape narratives, uplift communities, and empower the collective voice of The Black Dolls.

After that unforgettable first Black Doll Affair in 2007, Mama Doll has not only fulfilled but exceeded her mission of changing the world for Black women and girls. Join us in celebrating this legacy of inspiration and empowerment that resonates through every doll, every story, and every shared moment within The Black Doll Affair.

To become a member (a living Doll) of The Black Doll Affair, there are no membership fees; simply purchase your member Doll tee, available in our Doll clothing store.