Black journalists and their peers have a direct stake in ensuring accurate reporting. Not only is their work deeply tied to the lived experience of Black communities, but, as journalists, they face harsher scrutiny and professional consequences if they make mistakes. This accountability fosters a commitment to truth-telling, making many Black journalists credible, reliable sources of information in an increasingly chaotic news environment. While you should curate a list of Black journalists and writers that speak to you and your community, here are just a few recommendations for your consideration.

• April Ryan: Reporter, author, and longest serving Black White House correspondent in history  historian. Founder of Contraband Camp

• Michael Harriot: Award-winning journalist, bestselling author, celebrated poet and public historian. Founder of Contraband Camp

• Keith Boykin: Author, TV and film producer, and former CNN and CNBC contributor

• Baratunde Thurston: Emmy-nominated host, producer, writer, and comedian

• Jamelle Bouie: Renowned columnist covering history and politics, chief political correspondent

• Jemele Hill: Emmy Award-winning journalist, author and podcaster, Contributing writer for The Atlantic

• Christina Greer: Ph.D, Professor and political scientist who researches U.S. politics, black ethnic politics, urban politics, and public opinion, award winning author

• Karen Attiah: Award winning writer, journalist, and Global Opinions editor and columnist focusing on race, gender, culture, human rights and international affairs.

• Van Lathan: Oscar-award winning producer, established host and media personality, former reporter, Black podcaster

• Ibram X. Kendi: Historian of race and discriminatory policy in the U.S., author, professor, anti-racist activist

Black-owned social media platforms are critical because they uplift Black stories, creativity, activism, and entrepreneurship while significantly reducing anti-Black bias and censorship. Here are a few Black owned and Black-led apps and platforms you should know:

• Spill (Founded by ex-Twitter employees Alphonzo Terrell & DeVaris Brown) is a Black-owned social media app that promotes community conversations and allows users to create, share, and discuss cultural commentary.

• Fanbase (Founded by Isaac Hayes III) is a Black-owned social media platform that lets creators monetize their content through subscriptions, tips, and engagement–ensuring creators get paid for their work. 

• Earn Your Leisure (Founded by Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings) is a revolutionary media platform which gives rise to emerging and established content creators from the world of business, finance, and entrepreneurship whose perspective, expertise and in-depth insight has been undervalued and overlooked.

• The Black Effect Podcast Network  (Founded by Charlamagne Tha God) is the first podcast network specifically built for Black listeners, bringing together the most talented and trusted voices in Black culture for critical conversations on social justice, pop culture, and more.

• The Black Star Network (Founded by Roland Martin) is a Black-owend media network that produces and delivers streaming content to global consumers engaged by the political, business and cultural insights and perspectives of Black thought leaders, influencers and opinion makers.

• Watering Hole Media (Founded by Ashley Allison) is a cutting edge media project that develops video-first digital content across social media platforms that is culturally relevant, politically savvy, and honest. 

• The ALIVE Podcast Network (Founded by Angel N. Livas) boasts over 70 shows and  is the first Black-woman-owned podcast network to build its own tech stack with production, distribution, and training to help Black podcast creators monetize, amplify and maintain ownership of their content.

For over 30 years, the original Green Book guided Black Americans to thousands of Black businesses. Supporting Black-owned businesses has always been a source of pride, an act of rebellion, and a space for protection. These resources can help you find Black businesses in your area to support and uplift.

Black Business Advocacy: 

• U.S. Black Chambers Network Directory

• National Black Chamber of Commerce

• Black Economic Alliance

• NAACP Consumer Advisory

• Corporate Accountability Watch List: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

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“Buy Black” Resources to Make Supporting Our Community Easier: 

• Black Nile

• Official Black Wall Street

• Black Buying Guide: Shop the Hood

• Black Owned Everything

• Naspora