2018 is the year of change. The old societal rules that have existed to keep people down can no longer exist. One group that has been affected is black women. As one of the most under-represented groups in society, this year has become about showcasing the power of black women.
The movement isn't about bringing down other women, in fact, the black girl movement has come in allegiance with the MeToo and TimesUp movements. Black women in Hollywood have rallied around each other and help each other grow and showcase their talents.
Every day now the world is sent into shock over another "black" film turning into just simply a "blockbuster" film. From Get Out to Black Panther, and most recently A Wrinkle In Time there is no denying that black people can make films that appeal to a greater audience.
The female characters played by black women in films become heroes to the next generation who can now see themselves as leaders, but these actresses don't stop representing black women at the end of the film they bring this power into their real lives.
Lupita Nyong'o and Danai Gurira, two leading actresses in Black Panther, have continued to stand up and support other black women who are achieving great things.
Oprah Winfrey is one of the original icons for black girl magic because she was reaching success on tv and representing black women long before these movements.
Now she uses her platform to help support other black women and grow the empire. From acting and producing A Wrinkle In Time the largest budgeted movie with a black female director to showcasing people on her show.
She has had everyone from Elain Welteroth, to Yara Shahidi, and even Michelle Obama appear on her show to talk about their struggles in life, how they identify themselves, and where they want to see change not just for black women but for all of society.
Sorry men but the world stand on the backs of women. Women have run the world from behind closed doors for too long and we are finally making our debut. All I can do is stay true to who I am and hope to one day achieve a small portion of that success. I want to be able to surround myself with a strong group of people who understand and believe in the power of black girl magic.
