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11 Black Creatives and Media Moguls in the Making to Watch Out For in 2021

If we’ve learned anything about Black creatives this year, it’s that they undeniably hold the strength and will persevere even in the face of adversity. During such unprecedented times — a global health pandemic, social reckoning, and an uncertain future — Black creatives have been the backbone of inspiring joy and inspiration. The influence of Black culture is felt everywhere on a global scale — from beauty and fashion to music and entertainment. The Black creatives who have flourished tremendously in 2020 are for sure destined for great things in the new year. Below are just a handful of some of the budding Black creators and media moguls in the making who need to be on your radar for 2021 and beyond: Danielle Young Photo Credit: Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images Journalist, writer, host, and digital content creator Danielle Young is a woman whose talents know no limits. When the pandemic first hit, Young did the one thing she does best — create. Her Instagram Live series, “Real Quick,”...

Dec 30, 2020

11 Online Activists Using Their Platforms to Stir Social Change

Living in today’s digital age amid the worldwide fight for social justice, social media activism has become a huge hot-button topic. While many argue that posting on social media contributes little to legislative change and reform, there’s still some good that comes from spreading positive and informative messages via social channels. According to a study , social networking platforms have emerged as a key venue for political debate and discussion and a place to engage in civic-related activities. As many users have participated in big and small acts in social activism online, there are leaders in the Black community who have taken it a step further. Check out a list of leaders and influencers whose online activism extends beyond their digital platforms below: Gia Peppers Photo Credit: LinkedIn Multi-talented entertainment journalist and on-air talent Gia Peppers has always been regarded as a huge supporter of Black culture and telling Black stories. Her platform has given way for...

Jul 10, 2020

This New Campaign Recognizes That 'We Need to Listen to Black Women'

People all over the world are participating in social media activism in support of the fight against racial injustice in America. Now more than ever, it’s important that above all, Black voices are being uplifted to be leaders for the Black liberation movement. One campaign, in particular, is aiming to amplify the voices of Black women by giving them bigger platforms online to be heard. Today, one day only, nearly 50 Black women activists, celebrities, and entrepreneurs will take over the outsized Instagram accounts of A-list white women actresses, authors, fashion designers, athletes, politicians, and executives to drive the #SharetheMicNow campaign, Variety reports . View this post on Instagram A post shared by Share the Mic Now (@sharethemicnow) According to The Hollywood Reporter , #SharetheMicNow is the brainchild of Endeavor CMO Bozoma Saint John, bestselling authors Luvvie Ajayi Jones and Glennon Doyle, and fashion designer, Stacey Bendet. The campaign arrives as a result of...

Jun 10, 2020

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