Founded in 1989 by Antoinette M. Dailey as The Black Playwrights & Actors Foundation. Between 1990 and 1998 the organization went through many transitional phases and is continuously growing. In 2002 the name was changed to The National Association of Black Actors & Supporters (NABAS) to reflect more diversity and to promote and preserve awareness of Black American Culture, Heritage and Influence on Film, Television and Stage. NABAS was developed to foster and encourage the outstanding stories, talents and relevance of the Black Experience. NABAS's mission is to ensure the public trust in the talents African American artist in the areas of film, television, state and radio by upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism through producing, writing, directing, performance and continued development. NABAS is not only an organization that supports the talents of the artist but is dedicated to nourishing and fostering the awareness and establishing and re-establishing the pride and understanding in developing and creating audiences and supporters that take great pride and joy in being a part of that experience.

NABAS is committed to the DEVELOPMENT, ADVANCEMENT, FOSTERING ADVANCEMENT AND PROTECTON of the members and looks to be a major force in bringing quality to our legacy. NABAS’s  is determined to recognize, maintain and preserve the contributions of African American Heritage with all of its members.

NABAS seeks to become The voice for Black Americans (and African American descendants) in the Entertainment Industry as we are the fourth largest ethnic group in the United States of America. We also seek to promote a positive image of Black Americans and Blacks in the media while carefully balancing the reality that as actors, we may portray "negative types" in order to work or "break-in" to the industry. NABAS works as your advocate when these issues may face you.

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