Learn and grow from the challenges and triumphs of professional broadcasters nationwide who are navigating careers, families, businesses, and dreams. Their stories weave a golden thread through the fabric of Black radio culture. Black Women In Radio (BWIR) LLC. is the first organization to push minority female broadcasters forward in a way that celebrates their significance and contributions to society. We are here to celebrate our diversity and tell our stories like only we can.
In this difficult time, it is important to get vital information and resources to those in need. BWIR Community Matters is one way our organization leads communities toward helpful solutions. You will be inspired by this interview. BWIR Public Affairs Director Angela Greene talks to Cherita Toussaint about surviving her painful past and answering the call to help children from drug-addicted parentsBlack Women In Radio (BWIR) LLC. is the first organization to push minority female broadcasters forward in a way that celebrates them as the significant contributors to society that they are. We are here to celebrate our diversity and tell our stories like only we can.
BLACK WOMEN IN RADIO (BWIR) supports wellness advocacy. We are proud to support the next generation of therapists. Meet Phallon Foxworth!Phallon, originally from Detroit, MI, is a class of 2018 graduate of Spelman College, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She has identified her passion within the field of psychology and aspires to attain her doctorate. She envisions her career path including work with individuals who are incarcerated and providing therapeutic services to those who could not usually afford it. In 2017, Phallon began a scholarship fund, Rosa's Angel Scholarship, Inc., for Detroit youth who are entering their freshman year of college. The nonprofit organization was established in honor of her grandmother, a breast cancer survivor, who taught Phallon about the importance of giving back. The organization has provided six young scholars with assistance in attaining their Bachelor's degree to date. Phallon is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and received her Master's in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine in 2020. She is currently working as a therapist with adolescents and young adults.
Black Women In Radio(BWIR) celebrates its collaboration with their international sisters in media. Born out of the need to create digital safe spaces for Black women, Black Dope Mums leads a powerful movement of global reach.The Dope Black Mums Podcast is a ‘keeping it real' weekly podcast fronted by five dope black mums who rarely agree on anything. Giving insight into their experience of modern-day motherhood - with top tips, inspirational guests, insightful topics, eye-opening honesty, and lots of laughter. The podcast episodes stream on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major streaming platforms. Digital Safe Space, Podcast & Sisterhood.Meet Carina White!Carina is Head of Business & Partnerships, BCOMs (The Black Collective of Media in Sport) Board Member, School Governor, Dope Black Mums Podcaster and also a freelance Brand Specialist. Carina is an accomplished public and panel speaker and is regularly booked to participate in events surrounding sport, diversity and other topics.Carina started her career in football over ten years ago when she worked at a football agency. She was responsible for player contract negotiation, player PR, crisis management and media training for athlete clients.Carina went on to join a sports management company from media agency MediaCom, and brought with her a wealth of experience in Media, Advertising and Marketing, Event Management and PR.Listed as The Voice Newspaper's One to Watch for 2020 and also nominated for a We Are The City Rising Star award, Carina is making her mark within the industry.Black Women In Radio (BWIR) LLC. is the first organization to push minority female broadcasters forward in a way that celebrates them as the significant contributors to society that they are. We are here to celebrate our diversity and tell our stories like only we can.
Georgia State Representative Valencia Stovall is running for Senator in November. Check out her story. https://www.gostovall.com/mystory/Stovall was first elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 2012 and have been a bi-partisan leader for eight years, working with both liberals and conservatives to develop a $45 million grant for local governments, passing legislation to protect special needs students, authored legislation to reform Georgia's education funding formula, and co-sponsored over a dozen bills to improve the lives of Georgians that have been signed into law.She instrumented the development of a House Study Committee to support Georgia farmers through the revitalization of the Atlanta State Farmers Market, developed a special House Committee to engage stakeholders across Georgia on school redesign and have served on over twenty-one committees, state commissions and non-profit boards.
Paris Nicole talks about being a woman in charge of her life and destiny. She is the Program Director and Midday radio personality at HipHop 103.9 and the 2020 BWIR INFLUENCER feature during August.
Black Women In Radio talk about job loss and rebranding.
BWIR Public Relations Director interviews Marlyn Tillman, retired educator and Founder of Gwinnett Stopps.
Learn what it feels like to find your place in an ever-changing industry.
The climb to success is long and tedious. Learn a few valuable secrets to success from triple-threat radio veteran Tammi Mac.
2019 Gracie Award Winner Yvonne Daniels gives us insight into what it might be like to be a Program Director.
SURVIVING MASS LAYOFFS IN RADIO AFTER COVID WITH ALICIA WEST
Angela Stribling is a 2020 BWIR Influencer! We are celebrating Angela for many reasons. She's at the center of historic Black music culture as a prominent radio and TV icon who hosted BET's "Screen Scene," Co-Hosted alongside Donnie Simpson on “Video Soul and became a significant trendsetter of the Quiet Storm with the late Melvin Lindsey.Angela Stribling helped launch the 24-hour jazz network called BET JAZZ which included Jazz Central, Jazz Scene, and Jazz Discovery. We choose the month of June to feature Ms. Stribling during National Black Music Month for her contributions in addition to her growing fame as a global recording artist. Her distinctive sultry voice that is magical in her latest single "Pillow Talk" which is produced by multiple Grammy award winner, #MarcusMiller featuring #WillDowning and #GeraldAlbright.Angela has traveled the world with other renowned musicians and entertainers. She recorded two CD's including “Live At The Blue Note”, and “Tokyo Sundays.” Other music collaborations include the legendary Stevie Wonder, saxophonist Kim Waters, and pianist Marcus Johnson, NAJEE #VanMorrison #HoraceSilver Angela is often compared with artists Phyliss Hyman, Erykah Badu, and Sade.2020 BWIR Influencer Angela Stribling http://www.blackwomeninradio.com/cate...Black Women In Radio (BWIR) LLC. is the first organization to push minority female broadcasters forward in a way that celebrates them as the significant contributors to society that they are. We are here to celebrate our diversity and tell our stories like only we can.
Helen Little was once told she would never work in the New York market. Learn what it takes to defeat the odds in the world of radio broadcasting.
We are committed to educating, creating and promoting positive social and economic change. A special thank you to Atlanta City Councilman Michael Julian Bond and BWIR Director of Public Relations and Media Affairs Angela Greene for this insightful interview. #BlackWomenInRadio #BlackLivesMatter Angela Greene Johnson Michael Julian Bond Felesha LoveBlack Women In Radio (BWIR) LLC. is the first organization to push minority female broadcasters forward in a way that celebrates them as the significant contributors to society that they are. We are here to celebrate our diversity and tell our stories like only we can.
Jazz enthusiasts from all over the country listen for Leigh Hamilton. She is the host of the “Penthouse, “Soul Street, and Watercolors” on Sirius XM. Join in the conversation on the All New BWIR Podcast
BWIR Conversations with Leigh Hamilton
Do you have what it takes to make it in broadcasting? Sasha the Diva gives an honest perspective as she reveals how she transformed challenges and adversity into star power. Black Women In Radio (BWIR) is successfully connecting thousands of minority women from multi-generations to celebrate their personal significance and professional contributions to Black radio culture on a National platform. Behind every strong Black woman is a tribe of strong Black women who have her back.
BWIR Promo Conversations with Sasha The Diva
Do you have what it takes to dominate the radio industry? Keke is off to a great start. While she is learning from some of the best in the industry, Keke has learned how to maximize her presence by simply being herself! Keke scored a million views with her Omarion interview last week. Black Women In Radio (BWIR) is successfully connecting thousands of minority women from multi-generations to celebrate their personal significance and professional contributions to Black radio culture on a National platform. Behind every strong Black woman is a tribe of strong Black women who have her back.
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