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  • Reginae Carter on Sisterhood, Success & The Power of Female Friendships

    Nikki Adebiyi interviews Reginae Carter about friendship and sisterhood, highlighting the launch of BLK’s ‘Social’ mode. Reginae emphasizes the importance of authentic connections and supportive female friendships. She shares insights on navigating professional relationships with friends and dealing with “friendship heartbreak,” urging women to nurture deep, respectful bonds and empower one another.

  • Heal, Build, Thrive: A Holistic Roadmap for Black Men to Win

    The journey to wholeness for Black men emphasizes healing, building, and thriving through intentionality and community. Addressing emotional wellbeing, financial stability, and holistic health is crucial. By utilizing resources and supportive networks, Black men can reclaim joy, purpose, and impact, transforming their lives beyond societal expectations toward a fulfilling legacy.

  • Presumed Incompetence: Let’s talk about Qualified by Shari Dunn

    Bounce Black founder Nikki Adebiyi discusses Shari Dunn’s book “Qualified,” which critiques the systemic racism affecting Black professionals in the workplace. Dunn highlights how perceptions of incompetence are associated with Black workers despite their qualifications. The book aims to confront these biases and is crucial for HR leaders to understand the barriers hindering diversity and…

  • International Women’s Day 2025: Accelerating Action for Eldest Daughters

    On International Women’s Day, we highlight the unseen labour of eldest daughters in Black families, who often bear immense responsibilities that impact their careers and wellbeing. They frequently sacrifice personal aspirations for family obligations, leading to burnout and emotional strain. Recognizing their contributions and providing support is essential for equity and their wellbeing.

  • All iZ On Me: Exposing Abuse of Power in Intelligence and Policing

    Nikki Adebiyi, founder of Bounce Black, announces the launch of the ‘All iZ On Me’ anti-disinformation campaign, addressing abuses of power in policing and intelligence. After experiencing intimidation since leaving NBCUniversal, she aims to expose corruption and support victims, particularly focusing on Black women facing harassment for speaking out.

  • Black Love, White Flags: Healing the divide between Black men and women

    Nikki Adebiyi reflects on her recent Bounce Black event in New York City, “Black Love, White Flags,” celebrating Black love during Black History Month. The event fostered open discussions about trust, social media’s impact on relationships, and emotional healing among Black men and women. The event was held in collaboration with the Tavern Community, We…

  • New Year, New Systems: Thriving Holistically in 2025

    Nikki Adebiyi, Founder of Bounce Black, emphasizes the importance of holistic thriving for Black professionals in 2025, focusing on mental wellness, financial stability, and physical health amidst ongoing societal challenges.

  • Hidden In Plain Sight: Workplace retaliation and organised harassment

    Bounce Black founder Nikki Adebiyi details her traumatic experience of organized harassment and gangstalking post-resignation, drawing parallels to other victims and urging action against this pervasive issue.

  • Spread good vibes, make good trouble and look fly at the same time!

    Bounce Black merchandise has moved to Good Vibes Good Trouble, emphasizing empowerment and activism through bold, ethically made products, celebrating resilience, and fostering change.

  • 2024 Wrapped: A Year of Growth, Resilience, and Impact at Bounce Black

    Bounce Black Founder Nikki Adebiyi writes about the organisation’s 2024 journey, highlighting milestones, community impact, lessons learned, and a vision for an even more transformative 2025.