Short Films
Black Ivy Media is dedicated to creating films that highlight pressure points in our community and provide solutions to social issues
Black Women in Small Business
Black female-owned businesses are among the fastest-growing in America. Small businesses impact the community in such a significant way, and they are the lifeblood of the community. In this documentary, we are talking to seven Black women entrepreneurs to find out why they decided to start their businesses, what problems they hoped to solve by creating their businesses, the challenges they have faced being Black women entrepreneurs, and more.
We hope this conversation will inspire more Black women to become business owners and encourage those who have already started a business to stay in business.
Produced and Directed by: Ritha Pierre, Esq.
Edited by: Jacob Skolnick
Featured business owners:
Phumelele Kunene- Ebaata Skincare
Oluwatoyin Akinola- Akinola Law Group
Laura Jean-Jacques- Zanset Tea Co.
Fabiola Besson- Fafa's Cuisine
Johanne Brierre- NY Beauty Suites
Dianne Samu-Graves- The Samatrem Group
Ashley Taylor- Amethyst Magnolia Skin and Body
Voiceover: Debbie Louis- Community Leader/ Entrepreneur
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For Anxious Girls: Unveiling the Hidden Struggle of Anxiety and Depression in Black Professional Women
Welcome to the powerful and enlightening documentary, For Anxious Girls™. This film delves deep into the unique challenges that professional Black women face when dealing with anxiety and depression.
Statistics reveal a stark reality: Black women are disproportionately affected by anxiety and depression, often encountering significant barriers to receiving quality and culturally competent care. In this eye-opening documentary, we shed light on this issue and advocate for change.
Join us on a captivating journey as we follow the experiences of five remarkable Black professional women from diverse disciplines, along with a licensed clinical therapist. Through their stories, we gain invaluable insight into the immense pressures that Black women navigate in both their professional and personal lives.
The film unearths the impact of anxiety and depression on these women's existence while also tackling the pervasive stigma surrounding mental illness within the Black community. We aim to raise awareness about the critical importance of mental health care and empower more women to prioritize their well-being.
For Anxious Girls™ is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, triumph, and the pursuit of mental wellness. Through this documentary, we aim to inspire and encourage dialogue about mental health, amplifying the voices of those who often go unheard.
Prepare to be moved, educated, and empowered by this thought-provoking documentary that challenges societal norms and offers hope for a brighter, more inclusive future. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a transformative conversation.
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Produced and Directed by: Ritha Pierre, Esq.
Edited by: Phillip James “PJ Ryan”
Participants:
Danielle Jackson, Esq.
Chrystelle Vilfranc, PhD.
Rakiat Layo Gbadamosi, Esq.
Audrey Cineas, RN
Samiyrah Bennett, LCSW
Esther Debbie Louis-Cesar
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