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Buffalo Lawsuit Proves Social Media Is the Latest in Media’s History of Causing Harm
Families of Buffalo Supermarket Shooting Victims Point to Algorithms and Negligence Leading to Anti-Black Violence Last week, families of...
tmanon1
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Rochester Black Authors Expo Celebrates a Lasting Legacy
The Seventh Annual Expo Will Honor Black Authors Who are Shaping the Future ROCHESTER, N.Y. - The Rochester Black Authors Association is...
tmanon1
May 22, 20232 min read


CABJ Hosts Screening and Discussion of Award-Winning Film, Black in the Newsroom
Denver, CO - The Colorado Association of Black Journalists (CABJ) is pleased to invite the public to a free screening and discussion of...
tmanon1
Apr 25, 20232 min read


Placement: Non-profit hosts women and girls conference advocating for mental health
Ronieka Burns, organizer of the Mother-Daughter Conference, was featured in News 10 WHEC for the 4th annual conference. Read more about...
tmanon1
Apr 18, 20231 min read
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[Placement] Roc's 4th Annual Mother-Daughter Conference Empowers Girls with Mental Health Resources
You are Beautifully Made LLC, an organization founded by Ronieka Burns, launched the annual conference, offering a safe space for girls...
nyasiaalmestica
Apr 18, 20231 min read


Placement: Conference in Rochester provides resources for girls ages 10 to 16
Ronieka Burns, organizer of the Mother-Daughter Conference, was featured in WXXI News for the 4th annual conference. Read more about the...
tmanon1
Apr 18, 20231 min read


Media 2070 to Host Black in the Newsroom Town Hall
Advocates Will Come Together to Create New Possibilities for Black Journalists. Media 2070, an advocacy project committed to realizing...
nyasiaalmestica
Mar 2, 20231 min read


Closure of Spanish-Language News Outlets Limits Accessibility to Spanish-Speaking Residents
As more Spanish-language news outlets shut their doors, Spanish-speaking residents have less access to journalism, diminishing resources...
nyasiaalmestica
Feb 27, 20231 min read


The Rochester Artist Collaborative Launches Fundraiser Supporting Local Black Women Artists
With a fundraising goal of $15,000, the Rochester Artist Collaborative is seeking donations to allow selected applicants the opportunity...
nyasiaalmestica
Feb 20, 20232 min read


Placement: Annette Campbell, Founder & CEO, of The Tax Experience Wants to Close the Racial Wage Gap
Rochester's Annette Campbell is featured in WROC, discussing how she is helping people build generational wealth, especially people of...
nyasiaalmestica
Feb 20, 20231 min read


Placement: CaTyra Polland Profiled in Democrat & Chronicle, Discusses How She Helps Black Authors
Rochester native CaTyra Polland makes waves as CEO and owner of the editing boutique Love for Words and helping Black authors have their...
nyasiaalmestica
Feb 8, 20231 min read


Samson Tonton: Artist to Watch!
Art by diverse creatives has always been uniquely able to capture our experiences. Samson Tonton is one to keep on your radar! By: Inayah...

MMM Staff
Feb 6, 20232 min read


Placement: Black Journalism Is the Key to a More Truthful Media Future
Media 2070 was recently featured in the Black Wall Street Times to discuss the power of Black journalists and building a better newscape:...
tmanon1
Feb 3, 20231 min read


Using FordMomentum!'s STOLO to Design a Mental Health Journey that Actually Works
While FordMomentum!'s STOLO system can be used for community development, it can also be used for mental health and healing. By: Nyasia...
nyasiaalmestica
Jan 23, 20233 min read


Roc Native, Brittany Rumph, Helps Open Only All-Girls Elementary School in Monroe County
Brittany Rumph, a long-time educator and RCSD alum, is now the co-founder of the Innova Girls Academy Charter School, located in...
nyasiaalmestica
Nov 30, 20221 min read


With the Holidays Approaching, Thousands of Parents Are Waiting for their Children to Come Home
Caring for an ill child can be scary as a parent, with new challenges around every corner. But what happens when a doctor's visit becomes...
nyasiaalmestica
Nov 30, 20224 min read
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[Placement] CaTyra Polland, Creator of National Black Authors Day, Speaks to Spectrum News
Author, Editor, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Founder of Love4Words, CaTyra Polland, spoke with Spectrum News Rochester about how a new...
tmanon1
Nov 30, 20221 min read
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[Placement] CaTyra Polland, Creator of National Black Authors Day, Visits the Only One Mic Podcast
Author, Editor, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Founder of Love4Words, CaTyra Polland, stops by the Only One Mic podcast with Carl Jerard and...
nyasiaalmestica
Nov 23, 20221 min read


Black in the Newsroom: Media 2070’s Award-Winning Documentary Highlights Inequity in News
By: Nyasia Almestica Media 2070’s award-winning documentary, Black in the Newsroom, has two upcoming screenings: Nov 3-6 at Peachtree...
nyasiaalmestica
Nov 1, 20221 min read


Media2070 Holds Press Briefing to Discuss Media Reparations
Media reparations is a centuries-long fight. Could it finally happen? Black journalists are leaving newsrooms in droves. Underpaid and...
tmanon1
Oct 11, 20221 min read
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