About Us
Our Journey
Since establishing the brand in 2018, we have transitioned from being a black-owned business directory to a platform dedicated to elevating collective consciousness through eye-opening conversations and content. Fueled by the stories and perspectives of melanated people, our vision is to create a world where melanated stories are heard and our wisdom is shared through thought-provoking content that adds value to society. We are advocates of melanated mental health and firmly believe in the power of conversations to plant seeds of change in each and every life.
Our Mission and Values
At Melanated Minds, we are dedicated to telling the powerful stories of Melanated People, stories that elevate consciousness and inspire. We believe in the unique perspective that comes from our lived experiences—the challenges we face, the adversity we overcome, and the triumphs we achieve.
Our mission is to share these journeys, showcasing how we turn adversity into strength. Through our unique lens, we bring these narratives to the world, creating a space where our voices are heard, our stories are honored, and our legacy is preserved.
Melanated Minds is here to cover and elevate these stories, inspiring others to rise above and transform their own journeys.
Melanated Minds CIC
As a Community Interest Company (CIC), Melanated Minds CIC is dedicated to benefiting the young people of our beautifully melanated community aged 15-25, aspiring to creative careers. We plan to organize workshops in professional content creation, develop practical skills in areas like graphic design, video editing, writing, and social media marketing. Additionally, we provide access to essential resources such as equipment and studio spaces as part of dynamic job opportunities for the young people within the Melanated Minds CIC community. By fostering community engagement and empowering young voices, we aim to create a vibrant creative ecosystem. We will be welcoming talented young black creatives to our team for roles in content creation, creative direction, videography, social media, digital marketing, journalism, and writing.
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Meet the Team
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AAron
PRESENTER at Melanated Minds
Aaron BC joined forces with Linda after their engaging interview at an art gallery in early 2024, where they explored themes of relationships and societal issues. With a deep passion for self-improvement, fitness, and community betterment, Aaron brings empathy, warmth, and a genuine connection with audiences of all ages. His insightful approach and welcoming nature make him a relatable and engaging presence, especially as he bridges generational perspectives through Melanated Minds.
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Ruben
Videographer at Melanated Minds
With over 10 years of experience in videography, Ruben brings professionalism, reliability, and a technical edge to Melanated Minds. As the dedicated videographer for the platform, his skilled filming and attention to detail have been instrumental in helping Melanated Minds grow into the impactful community it is today. His loyalty and expertise are the foundation behind each visually compelling story shared with our audience.
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LInda
Founder Melanated Minds
Since founding Melanated Minds in 2017, Linda has grown the platform to reach hundreds of thousands of followers by capturing and sharing authentic stories that resonate deeply with the community. As the creative force behind the brand, she leads both the editing and creative direction, shaping each piece of content with vision and purpose. Her dedication to amplifying impactful narratives ensures that Melanated Minds remains a powerful voice.