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My 5-Word Webby Speech: “Embrace Not Erase. Love Forever.”
Embrace not erase. Love forever.” (Jodi Falk) Those were my five words at the The Webby Awards this year, and honestly… they carried the weight of so much more than one speech. Walking into the Webbys felt like one of those full-circle moments where your younger self is somewhere screaming, crying, throwing glitter, and saying, “wait… this is real?” Because the truth is, there were so many moments in my life where I never thought I’d get here. I used to think my life would lo
Sakina Ibrahim
May 142 min read


We Won the Webby — But This Is Bigger Than an Award
We won a Webby Award. And while that still feels surreal to say, I want to be clear, this was never just about the award. This is about the story. This is about the journey. This is about the real, often uncomfortable moments of growth… navigating conflict, building relationships, healing, and becoming. That’s what the show is about. And that’s what people connected to. Not perfection, truth. Every conversation, every vulnerable moment, every honest reflection, it resonated b
Sakina Ibrahim
Apr 221 min read


A Note on Health, Healing & Showing Up for One Another
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it really means to care for ourselves, not just in the ways that feel good, but in the ways that truly protect our future. One of those ways is taking the time to check for breast cancer and staying proactive about our health. Early detection saves lives. It’s simple, powerful, and often overlooked. For many women, the journey doesn’t stop at diagnosis or treatment. Healing can be layered, physical, emotional, and deeply personal. T
Sakina Ibrahim
Apr 191 min read


Award Season Reflections: Art, Legacy & Opening Doors for the Next Generation
Hello friends, This season has been full of reflection, celebration, and beautiful reminders of why we do this work in the first place. Award season always feels like a moment to pause and take in the journey. Attending the NAACP Image Awards again this year reminded me how powerful it is to be in a room full of artists, storytellers, and cultural leaders celebrating the impact of Black creativity. From watching Michael B. Jordan receive Entertainer of the Year to honoring c
Sakina Ibrahim
Mar 112 min read
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