For Tasha McCaskiel, the founder of Black Girls in Media (BGIM), creating space where it didn’t exist has been a mission rooted in passion and purpose. When she launched BGIM in 2018, she saw a gap in the media landscape—a space that didn’t fully reflect the stories, experiences, and ambitions of Black women. So, she took matters into her own hands, building a thriving community that empowers Black women in the media industry.
“I just did a group chat, and I didn’t think it was going to grow into a community,” Tasha shared, reflecting on BGIM’s humble beginnings.
Today, that community has flourished into a platform that not only uplifts Black women working in media, but also connects them with career-changing opportunities. BGIM hosts regular events, both in-person and virtual, with their conferences being the crown jewel.
“This is one of the highlights of Black Girls in Media,” she says, referencing the annual conference that brings together hundreds of women …