HBCU Trailblazers Zaria Slaughter and Jaia Jones Redefine Representation in Media
Two HBCU students are using storytelling and strategy to reshape how Black women are seen and heard in the media world—one interview, one campaign and one opportunity at a time.
Milana Brown Shares Her Journey of Faith, Media and Self-Expression
For Milana Brown, a 24-year-old Georgian, media is about making an impression, not only about flashy lights and red carpets. From high school TV segments and school talent competitions to red carpets and live-streamed interviews with prominent figures in the industry.
From Chicago to Kansas City, Dorissa White Redefines Storytelling Through Community and Representation
Dorissa White, a lifestyle reporter and motivational speaker, is shaking things up in the journalism industry with her genuine approach, focus on representation and community-driven storytelling. With over 200,000 followers on TikTok, she’s making the most of digital platforms to amplify her voice.
Celebrating the Class of 2025 and the Next Chapter of Lealer Sim’s Legacy
Lealer Sims has a passion for journalism and has worked hard through school and into her career to forge her own path. Sims grew up in Houston, Texas - the 5th Ward, to be exact. And she’s known that she has wanted to pursue journalism since she was in High School.
Black Owned Media fight for their presence on the red carpet
While award shows celebrate Black talent onstage, Black-owned media platforms are still fighting for space behind the ropes. They are reshaping the red carpet not just as a photo opportunity but as a place for authentic cultural storytelling.
Awards season is often seen as a time of glamour and recognition. From the BET Awards and VMAs to the Grammys and Oscars, these nights serve as grand stages for the entertainment industry.
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Media Pioneer and Mogul Ananda Lewis
Ananda Lewis, a pioneering television host, journalist and activist who became a beloved figure in Black media, died at 52 on June 11 following a battle with breast cancer.