Word In Black Information

Word In Black promises to confront inequities, elevate solutions and amplify the Black experience by reporting, collecting, and sharing stories about real people in communities across our country. We believe that by joining forces and providing a platform to examine these experiences in one place, we can shape how the nation understands and addresses systemic issues of race, justice, and equity. It is through collective understanding that we bring about collective impact. We have a bold vision: to be the most trusted news and information source for, about, and by Black people. However, we invite everyone invested in Black people’s futures — whether you’re Black or not — to join us on this journey and make this work possible. We welcome everyone interested in addressing racial inequities in the United States to sign up for our weekly newsletter. The newsletter features guest essays, opportunities to take action, and stories of interest from around the country. Word In Black is led by managing director Liz Dwyer, with support from digital editor Nadira Jamerson, education data journalist Maya Pottiger, health reporter Alexa Spencer, education reporter Aziah Siid, health data reporter Anissa Durham, climate justice reporter Maya Richard-Craven, as well as reporters and editors at 10 of the leading Black-owned media properties in the U.S., and a team of subject-matter experts from Local Media Foundation (LMF). Word In Black is a program of LMF, a 501 (c)(3) organization focused on helping local media companies reinvent business models for news. Word In Black relies on financial support from the public, charitable foundations, and philanthropists. If you believe in our mission, please consider making a donation.