She opened doors and challenged an industry that had long excluded diverse voices, paving the way for generations to come. 🎬✨
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In 1940, Hattie McDaniel made history as the first Black person to win an Academy Award for her role in “Gone with the Wind.”
A trailblazer in Hollywood, McDaniel broke barriers at a time when opportunities for Black actors were extremely limited.
Producing power at its peak! With her latest nomination for “F1,” Dede Gardner becomes the most-nominated female producer in history. Her remarkable career highlights not only her extraordinary talent and vision but also the growing impact of women in film production!
#Oscars #WHM #AcademyAwards
Here’s to the women who paved the way — and to the future leaders who will continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
#WHM #seeitbeit #WomensHistoryMonth #WomeninSTEM
Dr. Jane Goodall was a trailblazing conservationist and changemaker who reshaped our understanding of the natural world. She not only transformed the field of science — she expanded what was possible for women within it.
A first for K-pop: “Golden,” from “KPop Demon Hunters” earned an Oscar nomination, a history-making moment for representation. 👏
#Oscars #seeitbeit #WHM
73 years old and still delivering career highs: This year, Delroy Lindo is nominated for his first Oscar for his role in “Sinners,” proving that a remarkable career doesn’t lose momentum with age.
#Oscars #seeitbeit #DelroyLindo
This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the women who compete with grit, lead with heart, and remind us that the future is fierce, fast, and female.
Here’s to the trailblazers on ice — and the girls watching, ready to write their own story. 🥇✨
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They didn’t just win gold. They built a legacy.
The U.S. Women’s Hockey Team has redefined what dominance, resilience, and teamwork look like on the world stage — inspiring a new generation of girls to lace up, take up space, and play to win.
AI is reshaping our world, and it’s leaving girls and women behind. In Girls Who Code's latest op-ed, CEO Dr. Tarika Barrett. shares a vision for how we can change course to move toward safer systems that benefit everyone. www.fastcompany.com/91487699/why...
This #EngineersWeek, we’re celebrating the engineers on screen and in real life who are shaping the future — in labs, classrooms, and even in Wakanda.
#BlackPanther #EWeek2026 #BHM
Shuri is a scientist, an inventor and a powerful example of what representation in engineering and technology can do. Our research shows that young women of color (ages 11–24) who are interested in STEM and familiar with Shuri say she positively influenced their interest in STEM.
Off screen, Black caregivers are present, powerful and essential, and those stories deserve to be reflected on screen. Read more in our study, “This is Us? How TV Does and Doesn’t Get Men’s Caregiving.”
#BHM #NationalCaregiversDay
During Black History Month and on National Caregivers Day, we’re reflecting on how rarely we see the stories of Black caregivers. Only 7.6% of caregivers portrayed on TV are Black men and 9.6% are Black women, while 66.5% of caregivers are white.
In this webinar with experts from the @pausetake9.bsky.social campaign, you’ll find practical tips to help you pause, think critically, and make safer decisions online—for yourself and your community.
Cyber risks often disproportionately impact women and marginalized communities—and the way media portrays trust, threat, and protection online plays a big role in how we navigate digital spaces.
Today, on International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re spotlighting an important conversation on cybersecurity and online safety.
Maggie Kang waited over a decade to work on a Korean-led animated story. Now she’s winning Golden Globes and helping build the future of representation in animation. Join GDI in keeping diversity real behind every story.
#KPopDemonHunters
“Hacks” makes sharp comedy from real experiences. With queer voices, women writers, and storytellers across generations shaping its world, the show proves that authenticity is its own power. Join GDI in keeping diversity real behind every story.
This year’s #GoldenGlobes nominations feature a standout lineup of Black talent—from Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” to Teyana Taylor and Chase Infiniti in “One Battle After Another,” these stars are a clear reminder of the power of Black storytelling.
Enjoy an evening of celebrating the future of filmmaking with a screening, filmmaker Q&A, and a dessert and drinks reception. Get tickets here, supporting the nonprofit Moonshot Initiative: www.moonshotinitiative.org/events-1/moo...
The Moonshot Film Challenge put 150 women and gender-expansive filmmakers onto 5 crews to shoot short films in just one weekend — and they’re premiering those films at SVA Theatre in Manhattan on Friday, Jan. 16!
Wagner Moura has made history as the first Brazilian man nominated for Lead Actor in a Drama for his powerful performance in “The Secret Agent.” 👏This momentous nomination marks meaningful progress for Brazilian representation at the #GoldenGlobes.
EJAE has been nominated for a Golden Globe for Original Song (‘KPop Demon Hunters’), becoming the first Korean American to earn this honor. This is a massive milestone for API representation in entertainment and a moment worth celebrating. 👏
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The two-time nominee is the first Black woman to be recognized twice in the category. 💚🎬
Who are you rooting for at this year’s Golden Globes?
The #GoldenGlobes are around the corner, and we’re shining a light on some celebratory nominations. ✨ Cynthia Erivo’s standout performance in #Wicked has earned her back-to-back Lead Actress nominations in the Comedy or Musical category.
These portrayals can reinforce the idea that women’s aging is associated with diminished occupational visibility and increased aesthetic scrutiny. Read more: bit.ly/3MOygiQ
When women on screen age, their roles often shrink—and their appearances become plot points. Our research shows that on screen, women over 40 are:
🧑💼Less likely than men to have an occupation
🪞More likely than men to be shown engaging in cosmetic procedures
Which Geena are you as we enter the final stretch of 2025!? 😀😑🫠🤩
Professor Erica Armstrong Dunbar plays a critical role in bringing Black high society to life in HBO's "The Gilded Age."
Her experience helping develop complex and historically grounded TV characters has also informed how she teaches Emory undergrads: https://bit.ly/4qPkkEK
