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Category: Featured Stories

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Why Minority Millennial Women Are Saying Yes To An Offline Summer

The other day, I caught myself scrolling. And it wasn’t just a quick break from the everyday tensions of...

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Inside The Daily Acts Of Courage That Define Women Leaders

Confidence is often treated like a personality trait: you either have or you don’t. In practice, the most trusted...

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Routines + Rituals: Tracey Baker-Simmons, Executive Producer Of Baker Simmons Media

For more than two decades, Tracey Baker-Simmons has built a career rooted in authenticity and storytelling. The Emmy-nominated producer redefined reality television with the...

By: Gillian Smith · 5 days ago
"Heart & Hustle" Co-Executive Producer, Jessica Hubert
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OWN’s ‘Heart & Hustle: Houston’ Celebrates The Power Of Vulnerability

Surrounded by Water, a filmmaker’s collective, recently hosted their Surrounded by Stories pop up series a the Manhattan Neighborhood Network, where they screened episode...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 6 days ago
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Her Agenda x Hachette Book Group Event: ‘Off The Page: The Women Changing Publishing & Media’

Her Agenda is excited to announce we are getting back to our roots of connecting, sharing, and inspiring with Off The Page: The Women...

By: Her Agenda · 2 weeks ago
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Meet The Supporters Who Helped Turn Her Agenda’s Grant Vision Into Reality

Her Agenda has always been committed to helping women break through barriers and supporting them through those moments with the lead affirmation and slogan:...

By: Jaya Lockhart · 2 weeks ago
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A Chat With Jessica Hubert: Executive Producer Of OWN’s Heart & Hustle

Jessica Hubert is an Emmy-award winning television producer. She’s worked on projects such as Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls, Bravo’s hit series...

By: Mariah Towles · 2 weeks ago
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Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Gave Them A Viral Moment. Here’s How Small Businesses Turned It Into Profit

In July, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour played its final notes, closing out a cultural moment and economic phenomenon that...

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Routines + Rituals: Gabrielle Gambrell, Chief Communications Officer For Hachette Book Group

For Gabrielle Gambrell, success begins each morning with gratitude. Before diving into the demands of leading communications for one...

A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye
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Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye Announces Closure Of Ami Colé, A Beauty Brand That Changed The Industry

After nearly four years in business, Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye, founder of beauty brand Ami Colé has announced the brand will officially close this September. In...

By: Gillian Smith · 1 month ago
Founder and CEO of The Spoiled Brat Life, Brie Carter
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How CEO Brie Carter Pampers Her Clients With ‘The Spoiled Brat Life’

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By: Chinenye Onyeike · 1 month ago
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How Women Entrepreneurs Pivot Business Goals In Summer

From retreats to workshops, summer is filled with opportunities to explore and revisit business goals. As it’s the midpoint of the year, the start...

By: Edikan Umoh · 2 months ago
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Women Artists Breaking Barriers In The Art World

In the art world, male artists seem to dominate the topic of conversation, but that hasn’t stopped women artists from carving out their own...

By: Kiara Manning · 2 months ago
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Navigating The Challenges Of Scaling A Business

Scaling a business involves more than earning revenue — it’s about expanding vision, responsibility and resilience. This journey comes with unique obstacles — gendered...

By: Mia Barnes · 2 months ago
Business

Mentorship In Action: How Sarah Busby Is Shaping The Next Generation Of PR Pros

In an industry built on amplifying stories, Sarah Busby has spent the last 10 years making sure others are...

Camesha Jones-Brandon, founder of Sista Afya
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The Restorative Work Of Sista Afya And Camesha Jones-Brandon

While nearly one million people live on the South Side of Chicago, most mental health organizations are located elsewhere...

Featured Articles

Scaling Success: How Top Entrepreneurs And Leaders Delegate to Drive Growth

You don’t have to do it all—and you’re not meant to. One of the hardest but most transformative parts of leadership is learning what...

By: Her Agenda · 2 months ago
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Leigh Burgess Tells Us How To Live The BOLD Way

Leigh Burgess is a “USA Today” bestselling author (Be BOLD Today), a seven-figure entrepreneur, and co-founder of Bold Industries Group. Through her “BOLD Framework” (Believe-Own-Learn-Design),...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago
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Inside The 2025 BOMESI Summit’s Bold Vision For Diverse-Owned Media

Held in the heart of Detroit, a city synonymous with Black innovation and cultural legacy, the 2025 BOMESI Summit brought together media publishers, platforms,...

By: Gillian Smith · 2 months ago
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Remembering Media Personality And Social Activist Ananda Lewis

Former Teen Summit Host and MTV VJ Ananda Lewis has died at 52. The pioneering media personality and social activist succumbed to a years-long...

By: Starr Rocque · 3 months ago
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Five Solo Dates For The Summer

As we count down until the official summer days, there is no better time than to take yourself on a solo date. Dr Natalie...

By: SaDiedrah Harris · 3 months ago
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What’s At Stake If Planned Parenthood’s Sex Ed Funding Disappears

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) continues to raise concerns about the future of its sex education programs...

Funding

Her Agenda Launches ‘The Breakthrough Grant’ To Support Women Entrepreneurs

Her Agenda is committed to helping women break through barriers in entrepreneurship and professional growth. In honor of our...

Sponsored

Get Ready. Stay Ready. How Women Entrepreneurs Are Powering Up With Walmart Business

Readiness isn’t an option; it’s a frame of mind. While limited resources and financial barriers present significant challenges, they also serve as catalysts for...

By: Tyerra Drake · 3 months ago
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How To Navigate The Challenge Of Job Hunting In 2025

The current state of job security isn’t what it was 20 years ago; and finding a job can appear to be harder than keeping...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago
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Yoga Entrepreneur Brett Larkin Shares How to Find Calm While Running A 7-Figure Business

Brett Larkin is not your average yoga entrepreneur. She’s a mom of two, a devoted yogi, and the founder of a wildly successful online...

By: Caitlin Elizabeth · 3 months ago
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How April Smith Is Turning Ambition Into Action

April Smith is a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, and full-time professional who’s building wealth and breaking barriers one bold decision at a time....

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago
Felecia Hatcher, CEO of Black Ambition at the NY Learning Labs Welcome Reception
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The Black Ambition Prize Provides Access And Community To Entrepreneurs

Behind the back wall of The Smith restaurant in New York City, the 2024 Black Ambition Prize winners gathered for the New York Learning...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 4 months ago
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Black Dandyism In Action: The 2025 Met Gala Set Records While Amplifying Cultural Impact

Black danydism was at the center of this year’s Met Gala, and it was one of high anticipation, amplifying...

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3 Spring Cocktails To Celebrate Your Favorite May Festivities At Home

Making spring cocktails at home is a great way to usher in a new month. And since May always...

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Get Rich Slow: How Anne Curry Built Her Real Estate Business With Patience And Purpose

Anne Curry is a real estate investor and entrepreneur who exemplifies what’s possible when passion meets perseverance. With over 30 years of experience buying,...

By: SaDiedrah Harris · 4 months ago
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Doechii Is Who Hip-Hop Has Been Waiting For

Whether she’s calling herself the hip-hop Madonna, the trap Grace Jones, or the swamp princess, in 2025, everyone knows the name Doechii.  For many,...

By: Tyra Douyon · 5 months ago
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Amina AlTai Wants Us To Reclaim Ambition — And Redefine What It Means To Succeed

Amina AlTai has made a career out of asking better questions — about identity, ambition, burnout, and the narratives that shape how we show...

By: Gillian Smith · 5 months ago
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The Science Of Rest: Why High-Achieving Women Need More Downtime

When you think of success, “rest” and “high-achieving” are rarely part of the conversation – but they should be. Rest is an essential element...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago
Gender Equality

Millennial Feminism: The Trailblazers Who Led The Way

Feminism comes in waves, with each era focusing on a new challenge women face. Currently in the fourth wave of feminism, millennials have been...

By: Kerbi Lynn · 5 months ago
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How To Master Self-Scheduling As A Freelancer Or Remote Worker

Freelancing and remote work offer flexibility, creative freedom, and autonomy over projects, all of which can feel extremely empowering....

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How Shedding The ‘Working Mom’ Stigma Will Help You Advance In Your Career

Balancing career and motherhood has always been a challenge, but in a time that celebrates women’s independence, you’d think...

Beauty

Hair Care Brand Carol’s Daughter Returns To Independent Ownership After L’Oreal Sale

​In a significant move for the beauty industry, Carol’s Daughter, the pioneering textured haircare brand founded by Lisa Price in 1993, has returned to...

By: Gillian Smith · 6 months ago
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Powerful Women Who Won Big At The Academy Awards

When women hit the headlines throughout award season, we see much of the focus on the accolades won by incredible actresses. At the 2025...

By: Emily Wilson · 6 months ago
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The Art Of Saying No: How To Set Boundaries Without Guilt

Last week, as I sat in a cafe, completing a deadline, I heard someone say, “Hey are you a writer?” The guy sitting next...

By: Kanishka Nangare · 6 months ago
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How Arianna Davis Boosts Confidence And Community With Her Clothing Brand, STRIPT

Arianna “Ari” Davis launched the lifestyle clothing brand, STRIPT, on Black Friday in 2020 and has grown in popularity since for creating confidence boosting...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 6 months ago
Fashion

MEFeater Magazine’s NYFW Galentine’s Runway Show: An Unapologetic Celebration Of Womanhood

MEFeater Magazine hosted its highly anticipated fourth annual NYFW Galentine’s Runway Show at The Glasshouse on Saturday. The event, now a staple of New...

By: Lauren Mayo · 7 months ago
Health & Wellness

Rise And Shine: How To Build A Morning Routine That Sets You Up for Success

When it comes to routines, we often underestimate the value of planning our mornings. Whether you’re a morning person...

Award Shows

Grammys 2025: Beyoncé (Finally) Wins Album Of The Year

Two years after making Grammys history by becoming the most-awarded artist with 32 wins, Beyoncé made history yet again...

Politics

Senators Acted As Stand-Ins For American Moms As They Questioned RFK Jr. About Vaccines

During congressional confirmation hearings over his nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) this week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. repeatedly...

By: The 19th · 7 months ago
Business

4 Infamous Business Flops And The Lessons Learned

There is a lot that can be learned from failure, and every major business has had their fair share. Whether they made it through...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 7 months ago
Career Advice

5 Signs It Might Be Time To Make A Career Change

Having a career can be both rewarding and consuming. Dedicating the time and energy to a career you are passionate about can either push...

By: Candis McDow · 7 months ago
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Share Of Women Leading Fortune 500 Companies Hits Record High

The share of women who are running Fortune 500 companies hit a record high this week: 11.6% of Fortune 500 companies are currently run...

By: Gillian Smith · 8 months ago
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Your Guide To Achievable Health Resolutions For The New Year (That Don’t Involve Weight Loss)

The new year is upon us, which means it’s time to set intentions for self-improvement. What health resolutions can you make — besides losing...

By: Mia Barnes · 8 months ago

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