Black Women In Media

Black Women In Media BWIM Provides a Platform to Celebrate and highlight Women in Media, Communications, & Entertainment BWIM also hosts a dynamic conference and awards.

Black Women in Media is a platform dedicated to celebrating Black women with a mission to encourage diverse and inclusive opportunities. Our conference entails high-profile panelists and speakers who will provide our audience with a wealth of information on how to effectively rise and dominate in their industry. Following the conference, the awards ceremony will honor 25+ women within each industr

y that have undeniably contributed and exemplified excellence in their respective fields. PAST HONOREES: include (but not limited): Founder and Chairperson of Radio One Inc., Cathy Hughes; Good Day NY Co-Host, Lori Stokes; Activist & Co-Chair of Women’s March, Tamika Mallory; Chief Marketing Officer of AQUAHydrate Inc., Ericka Pittman; Senior Vice President of BET, Michelle Thornton Ghee; Wellness Maven & Author, Latham Thomas; Actress & Singer, Sheryl Lee Ralph; Founder of Black Girls Rock, Beverly Bond; Author & Editor At Large ESSENCE Magazine, Mikki Taylor; Lawyer & TV Personality, Lauren Lake; Image Activist & Cultural Commentator, Michaela Angela Davis; TV & Radio Personality, Bevy Smith; and Global Head of Black Community Engagement at GOOGLE, Valeisha Butterfield-Jones.

Another Black woman shaping the future of media.Trailblazing media executive Rashida Jones is stepping into a new leader...
03/16/2026

Another Black woman shaping the future of media.

Trailblazing media executive Rashida Jones is stepping into a new leadership chapter as CEO of the media company behind Piers Morgan’s digital platform “Uncensored.” The appointment places Jones at the helm of the growing digital-first venture as it expands its programming, talent roster, and global reach.

Jones is no stranger to breaking barriers. In 2021, she made history as the first Black woman to lead a major cable news network when she became president of MSNBC — redefining what leadership in the newsroom can look like.

From the newsroom to the boardroom, her continued rise is a powerful reminder: Black women are not only telling the stories — we are building the platforms that shape the conversation.

History was made behind the lens. 🎥✨At the 2026 Academy Awards, Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first woman ever to win...
03/16/2026

History was made behind the lens. 🎥✨

At the 2026 Academy Awards, Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first woman ever to win the Oscar for Best Cinematography for her breathtaking work on Sinners — breaking a nearly century-long barrier in one of film’s most technical categories.

A visionary storyteller, Arkapaw captured the film on 65mm IMAX, delivering visuals that redefined the cinematic experience and cemented her place in history. Her win is more than a milestone — it’s a reminder that Black women continue to reshape the industry from every angle, including behind the camera.

Moments like this expand what’s possible for the next generation of women in film — proving that brilliance, perspective, and artistry belong everywhere stories are told.

03/16/2026

When the music you created to soothe hearts becomes a soundtrack for the next generation.

Recently, over 100 students lifted their voices together to sing “Put Your Records On,” a timeless anthem by Corinne Bailey Rae—and her reaction said everything. Pure joy. Pure gratitude. Pure legacy.

It’s a reminder that the art we create, the love we pour into our work, and the courage we show in being ourselves will always travel farther than we imagine. One song. One moment. One room full of young voices carrying the message forward.

“Girl, put your records on… tell me your favorite song.” The lyrics from Put Your Records On still land the same today: be soft, be free, be fully yourself.

And when Black women create from a place of authenticity, the impact echoes for generations.

✨ Keep showing up. Keep creating. Someone you may never meet is finding their voice because of you.

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When Michaela Coel accepted the Emmy for writing I May Destroy You, she didn’t just celebrate a win — she made history.A...
03/13/2026

When Michaela Coel accepted the Emmy for writing I May Destroy You, she didn’t just celebrate a win — she made history.

As the first Black woman to receive the award for Outstanding Writing for a Limited Series, she proved the power of owning your story and telling it without compromise.

Style. Artistry. Cultural influence.Solange Knowles brings her signature elegance and creative vision to the latest **Ni...
03/11/2026

Style. Artistry. Cultural influence.

Solange Knowles brings her signature elegance and creative vision to the latest **Nike x Jacquemus campaign, fronting the newest chapter of the collaboration’s reimagined Moon Shoe. Known for her avant-garde aesthetic and thoughtful approach to culture, Solange’s presence elevates the campaign into something far beyond fashion — it becomes a moment of art.

For years, Solange has moved effortlessly between music, fashion, and creative direction — proving that Black women are not only muses of culture, but architects of it. In this campaign, she once again reminds the world that style can be both intentional and transformative.

Because when Black women lead with vision, the culture follows. ✨

When Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty, she didn’t just disrupt the beauty industry — she built a billion-dollar empire.By p...
03/09/2026

When Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty, she didn’t just disrupt the beauty industry — she built a billion-dollar empire.

By prioritizing inclusivity and representation, she proved that when Black women lead with vision and ownership, the culture — and the market — follows.

03/09/2026

A word that stopped the room.

During her speech at the NAACP Image Awards, Viola Davis delivered a reflection that felt less like a quote and more like a life lesson:

“The definition of hell is on your last day on earth, the person you became meets the person you could have become.”

In true Viola fashion, the moment was equal parts truth, wisdom, and challenge — a reminder to live boldly, pursue purpose relentlessly, and refuse to shrink our dreams.

For Black women across industries, her words echoed as both affirmation and invitation: become everything you were meant to be. No hesitation. No apology. Just purpose. ✨

Power moves don’t stop when the cameras cut.Beloved actress Tichina Arnold is stepping even further into her executive e...
03/09/2026

Power moves don’t stop when the cameras cut.
Beloved actress Tichina Arnold is stepping even further into her executive era, securing a first-look development deal with CBS. After decades of commanding screens with unforgettable performances, Arnold is now expanding her influence behind the scenes — developing new projects and helping shape the stories audiences will see next.
From sitcom icon to creative powerhouse, this milestone marks another chapter in a career defined by longevity, versatility, and vision. And when Black women move into positions where decisions are made, the storytelling landscape becomes richer for everyone.
Here’s to building, producing, and leading the narratives that deserve to be told. 🎬✨

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