On May 13th, 2016, in the wake of allegations, stories, cover ups, the dismissal of Afrika Bambaataa, the change and struggle of the new power structure, the blatant disregard and disrespect for the victims and their accounts, and countless other factors, the Black Jedi Zulus made the decision to no longer operate under the name “Universal Zulu Nation.” Black Jedi Zulu would go on to become a nonprofit organization that would continue to serve the community and preserve Hip Hop culture. They would not let the work they had been doing be compromised by the actions of the leaders of UZN. Black Jedi Zulu is comprised of Lawyers, Professors, Community Activists, Public Speakers, DJ’s, Emcees, B-Boys/B-Girls, Graphic Designers, etc. all dedicated to staying true to the principles of the culture.

There is no way we can ignore the accomplishments of Afrika Bambaataa, Amad Henderson, and many other men and women who took on the task of bringing peace to Bronx River Houses and the surrounding areas in the early 1970’s.  It was indeed a monumental event in history that affects our present day existence.  We truly would not be able to have the careers, occupations, etc. we currently have without those events, along with the strides made by DJ Kool Herc, The Ghetto Brothers, and countless others.  That is history, a history that indeed will never change.

However, due to organizational differences we as Black Jedi Zulu decided to separate and create our own history. As a group Black Jedi will continue to serve, cultivate, and protect the culture as it stands.