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the future
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Award Winning Journalist, American Media Leader & Cultural Archivist.
Georgia Fort is not just changing the narrative—she’s leading a movement to reclaim power in media. As the founder of BLCK Press, she’s connecting journalism to Black culture. As the President of the Center for Broadcast Journalism (501c3), she’s mobilizing the next generation to advance representation in the media workforce. From editorial to fundraising to marketing, Georgia’s hands-on leadership is proving what’s possible when we build for ourselves—and build to last.
Who I Am
From storytelling to systems change - Georgia Fort is a national thought leader, independent journalist, and entrepreneur changing how news gets told—and who gets to tell it. Her work bridges frontline reporting and executive-level strategy to rebuild media infrastructure from the ground up.
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One of two journalists in the courtroom when Derek Chauvin was sentenced.
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A three-time Emmy Award-winning news producer and journalist.
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A visionary media founder building a network for independent journalism.
Truth & Impact
TV Show
Executive Producer & Host of Here’s the Truth — 3 seasons on The CW Twin Cities, 3 Regional Emmy Awards, 12 nominations. Created jobs for more than a dozen media makers.
Radio Station
Owner of Power 104.7 FM since 2022 Georgia's nonprofit, Center for Broadcast Journalism, has held the FCC license for the station. Hosts annual cultural & music festival to support artists, musicians and local businesses.
Newsforce
With a vision of mobilizing the next generation to advance representation in media in a State where less than 3% of journalists are Black. Georgia's nonprofit was created to educate and coach young people who want to join the newsforce.
Thought Leadership
Published in "Black Media in Minnesota" an anthology and collection of essays from Black media makers and scholars, "Freedom of the Press" and op-eds on media, journalism and democracy.
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© 2025 Stories By Georgia Fort
CHANGING THE NARRATIVE: STORIES THAT BUILD EQUITY.
CHANGING THE NARRATIVE: STORIES THAT BUILD EQUITY.
CHANGING THE NARRATIVE: STORIES THAT BUILD EQUITY.