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Learn more about Media 2070's Black Narrative Power Month toolkit. Designed to dismantle racist, prejudiced, anti-Black harm in the American media. Media 2070 is the creator of the Media Reparations movement.

Major news outlets such as The Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times are cutting down on staff again, and the journalists they hired for diversity in 2020 are the first to go, leaving marginalized communities without coverage. By: Keirah Chen, MMM Editorial Team Credit: New York Times The Washington Post announced one-third of its staff was being laid off earlier this month, and this move has created waves across the news industry. After a monumental expansion in 2020, t

Executive Director Anshantia Oso and Communications Director Venneikia Williams sat down with The Objective to discuss the initiative's transition to independence and the constant battle for Black narrative power. By: MMM Editorial Team After more than five years of building towards a world with media reparations, Media 2070 is transitioning boldly into a new era. Following its recent journey into an independent initiative sponsored by Allied Media Projects, the organization'

After five years within Free Press, Media 2070 has transitioned to independence and leadership is excited about how the move can help them further embodey Afrofuturist values and pursue media reparations. By: MMM Editorial Team After five years of building media reparations, Media 2070 is transitioning into a new era. The organization announced it would pivot into an independent initiative sponsored by Allied Media Projects (AMP) . This is a turning point that would allow Med

With newsrooms shrinking and beats constantly shifting and moving, your story may get overlooked. To prevent this, move your strategy from "announcements" to "proven impacts" says one community and business/development beat reporter. We know that the ultimate PR frustration comes in when you have a beautiful organization, heartfelt mission, and launch date, yet still hear nothing back when you send that pitch. You may even start to feel like your brand is invisible, but befor

More media can be a distraction and major ROI ender. Use this chart to ensure aligned opportunities before you agree to the next interview!

An upcoming library display is the latest in our work to serve and recognize the many journalists who shape our communities' stories. By: Omar Nwakwubei, MMM Concierge At Mañón Media Management, we believe stories shape communities, especially the stories of those who dedicated their lives to uplifting others. A few years ago, our team worked closely with Spectrum News Reporter Brianna Hamblin– a firecracker who displayed her love for Rochester in every city. Our CEO, Tianna

We regularly use Brendan Kane's work on hookpoints to sharpen our clients' language, call-to-action and outward comms resulting in quicker responses and a better grasp of the content.

The incident involving the detention of reporters covering an anti-ICE protest adds to a long history of press freedom conflicts in the U.S. MMM's thorough and quick response made taking this conversation to the national stage possible. By: MMM Editorial Team This week, Media 2070 was featured in national coverage from NewsOne  addressing the arrest of journalists Georgia Fort and Don Lemon while reporting on a protest. The moment underscores ongoing tensions between state po

Memes and AI are reshaping political messaging. This piece examines how far-right political memes use humor and visuals to normalize extremist ideas and expand their reach.

2026 is a new year: AI, faceless accounts and protests across the nation. Here's how you can stand out.

In an era where digital news moves fast, broad branding is no longer enough; organizations must use precise perspectives to secure their part and lead the national discourse. By: Keirah Chen and Tianna Mañón Landing an interview on national news is only half of the equation. We see it all the time: a visionary leader finally secures that high-stakes conversation with a major news organization, only to realize their messaging is not sharp enough. People often think leadership

How do I get into national news? This is easily the best way to do it:

In that strange liminal space between interview and publication? Here's how to quickly make the most of it:

Let's look back at some of the most impactful articles of the year. These pieces highlighted topics from critical issues to helpful PR tips!  As we enter a new year, it is the perfect time to reflect back on our most popular written articles.  Below are the top articles and links to the actual stories so you can dive deeper and learn more about each piece.  [Related] Black Future Newsstand in Houston: How a Focus on VIP and Industry Connections Why Don't We Give Foster Parent

Media 2070’s innovative project, “Reparative Journalism Archive,” offers an opportunity to dive deep into reparative journalism. The first entry on the archive, “Riot to Repair: Community Archives on Media and Narrative,” allows community voices to shed light on the power of media and narrative. Media 2070 Riot to Repair Community Panel. Credit: MMM By: MMM Editorial Team Media 2070’s Riot to Repair Archive was recently featured on NewsOne , highlighting the project’s role in

MMM’s strategic approach to amplifying underrepresented voices by crafting detailed social media posts, pitching national outlets and key relationships, and developing press releases and campaigns allows clients such as Media 2070 to stay focused on gathering the stories and narratives the media desperately needs. In May this year, Media 2070 launched the Reparative Journalism Archive, a new digital platform that preserves reparative journalism. The first entry, Riot to Repai

MMM's involvement included event curation and planning, invitations and promotion. Let's take a look at how the fifth stop demonstrates the Media Reparations growing movement and our firm's ability to make major connections with those across the industry. By: Christelle Philemon, MMM PR Team The Black Future Newsstand returned to a city with one of the largest Black populations in the country to dismantle systems and shift narratives this past fall. This stop in Houston, Tex

When attention spikes, smart entrepreneurs use the moment to create lasting engagement — not just temporary buzz. Viral moments can be thrilling for any entrepreneur or brand. A single post, interview, or video clip can spark massive visibility overnight. But once the excitement fades, the real challenge begins: how to turn that sudden burst of attention into something sustainable. True success lies not in the spike itself, but in building an evergreen system that allows new