Journalist From Flint, MI Takes Storytelling of Black America on the Road Posted on November 19, 2021July 25, 2023 By Leigh Langston Black Like Us Jiquanda Johnson has teamed up with Facebook to be an independent creator for their new publishing and subscription platform called Bulletin which supports a diverse group of independent writers like Johnson. Johnson’s partnership with Facebook helped her launch the multimedia series “Black Like Us”. This new weekly series takes Johnson and her team on the road across America to showcase diverse depictions of Black culture. Her series is thought-provoking commentary and stories from a variety of Black perspectives. It is important to Johnson and her team to highlight stories in an authentic voice and encourage conversations around the Black experience that go beyond stereotypical depictions. Jiquanda is available for media interviews to discuss her latest project and multi-year deal with Facebook while being a minority owner and operator of a news outlet. About Jiquanda Johnson is the founder and publisher of Flint Beat, a multimedia news platform focused on the Flint, MI community. As a storyteller of underrepresented and marginalized communities, Jiquanda has over 20 years of journalism and production experience. She lives in Flint with her two teenage children. She represents the small percentage of women in media that are in editorial roles, ownership, or a position of storytelling influence. Some of her highlights: 1. Flint Beat founder to travel the country telling Black stories2. Flint Beat wins for Emmy3. Facebook Verified Page: @Jiquanda About Author Leigh Langston editor See author's posts Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)MoreClick to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Related News Black Like UsBlack storiesBulletinflintFlint BeatJiquanda Johnsonmichigan
News 7 Tips For Black Women to Live a Happier Life Posted on January 18, 2018January 14, 2021 By Tinisha Johnson In this day and age when the world is changing, technology is advancing, and years have passed by in a blink of an eye, Black women may wonder about the future and how it will directly impact them. Today’s Black women are beginning to realize that… Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)MoreClick to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Read More
News 3 High-Paying STEM Careers You Should Know About Posted on January 12, 2022January 11, 2022 There are many roads which lead to a highly profitable career that is both fulfilling and can make a positive change in the world. But the widest road, with the most destinations that lead to prosperity and freedom is STEM. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics offers a countless number of… Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)MoreClick to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Read More
News The Top 4 Small Business Trends for 2022 Posted on February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 This year will change the way small businesses operate because of the pandemic and advancement of technology. All industries constantly change, so it’s essential to adapt! Let’s discuss the top four small business trends for 2022 to watch out for so you can ensure your business is on the path… Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)MoreClick to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Read More