RightsCon Toronto 2018

Mainstream media outlets have traditionally denied Black women the space to tell their stories -- a practice that reflects the sexism and racism that defines the media landscape. With the expansion of the internet and social media, Black women have bypassed traditional media gatekeepers to amplify their voices. As shown by the creation of powerful movements such as #BlackLivesMatter and #OscarsSoWhite, Black women are using the internet to sound the alarm on gross racial injustices, provide their perspectives on cultural happenings and create community. In this session, prominent Black women leaders will discuss how they have used platforms like Twitter when denied space in mainstream outlets.

The chat will start with a lay of the land explaining the issue, then move into a free flowing discussion facilitated by a moderator and a short Q&A.