Essence Magazine's Legacy
Darralynn Hutson
Freelance Journalist | Magazine Collector who Mentors Future Journalists | Media Trainer
In the 1970s, Essence Magazine emerged as a trailblazer, addressing a gap in mainstream media by representing and empowering Black women.
Essence's enduring purpose resonates within the broader framework of Black media, making it a crucial and influential voice in an ever-changing industry. However, it too has dealt with difficulties.
How Essence Magazine got started:
Essence was founded in May 1970 by Edward Lewis, Clarence O. Smith, Cecil Hollingsworth, and Jonathan Blount.
Its creation was timely, coinciding with the rise of the Black female empowerment movement. During the 1960s and 1970s, many Black women felt marginalized within both the Civil Rights Movement, often seen as male-dominated, and the feminist movement, largely led by white women.
Essence capitalized on this unique moment, providing a platform specifically for Black women to express their voices and share their experiences.
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