Our Story
BLKQ was founded with a bold vision: to create technology platforms that truly serve the Black community. We're not just building apps—we're building digital infrastructure for Black excellence.
The Problem We're Solving
For too long, mainstream tech platforms have treated the Black community as an afterthought. Our culture drives trends, our creativity shapes the internet, yet we rarely see ourselves reflected in the products we use daily.
Dating apps don't understand our cultural nuances. Social media platforms profit from our content while failing to protect us from harassment. The digital spaces we inhabit weren't built with our needs, values, or safety in mind.
We decided it was time to build our own.
Technology should uplift, not exploit
Our Journey
The Vision
BLKQ was born from a simple observation: existing tech platforms weren't built with our community in mind.
Building the Foundation
Assembled a team of passionate developers, designers, and community leaders to bring the vision to life.
Product Development
Intensive development of Melan8 and Jivve, with continuous community feedback shaping every feature.
Launch & Beyond
Official launch of both platforms, marking the beginning of a new era in Black digital culture.
What Drives Us
Our values aren't just words on a wall—they're the principles that guide every line of code, every design decision, and every feature we build.
Love for Our People
Everything we do is rooted in genuine love and respect for the Black community. Our success is measured by the positive impact we create.
Community Ownership
We believe in building WITH our community, not just FOR them. Your voice shapes our products, your feedback drives our decisions.
Bold Innovation
We don't follow trends—we set them. Our commitment to innovation ensures we're always pushing boundaries and creating new possibilities.
Ready to be part of something bigger?
Join us in building the future of Black digital culture. Whether as a user, partner, or team member, there's a place for you at BLKQ.