This February, in celebration of Black History Month, Women of Rubies is hosting the Media Pitch Challenge, a Black woman–led visibility and media empowerment initiative designed to amplify the voices, stories, and impact of women founders, creatives, and changemakers.
Building on the success of our Media Visibility Bootcamp, this challenge creates a direct pathway from preparation to exposure. It was designed to address a critical gap: women are doing powerful work, yet many still lack access to the platforms, media opportunities, and decision-makers needed to scale their impact. The Media Pitch Challenge exists to bridge that gap while welcoming more women into a growing ecosystem of visibility, support, and access.
What Is the Women of Rubies Media Pitch Challenge?
The Media Pitch Challenge is a curated visibility opportunity where women are invited to pitch their story, brand, or initiative for media exposure and strategic amplification.
Unlike traditional pitch competitions focused solely on funding, this challenge centers visibility as currency, because being seen creates access to funding, partnerships, credibility, and long-term growth.
Why This Matters, Especially During Black History Month
Black History Month is not only about reflection, but it is also about recognition, representation, and elevation.
This initiative:
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Celebrates Black women’s leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship
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Highlights underrepresented voices doing meaningful work
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Aligns with broader goals of economic empowerment and inclusion
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Creates tangible visibility opportunities, not just conversations
The Media Pitch Challenge positions Black History Month as a moment of action and amplification, not symbolism alone.
How the Media Pitch Challenge Works
The process is intentionally structured to be accessible, fair, and impactful.
Step 1: Registration
Participants register to secure their spot in the challenge.
Step 2: Video Pitch Submission
Each participant submits a 2-minute video pitch sharing:
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Who they are
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What they do
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Why their story or work deserves visibility
Step 3: Review & Shortlisting
All video pitches are reviewed in advance by a panel of media and industry experts.
Step 4: Live Pitch Event
A select group of shortlisted participants pitches live during the virtual event on February 28, 2026 and receives feedback.
Step 5: Winner Selection
One standout pitch is selected to receive a premium media visibility package.
What the Winner Receives
The selected winner will receive a $2500 worth of Premium Media Visibility Package, including:
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Feature spotlight on Women of Rubies and other top media platforms like Guardian, Associated Press, Canada News Journal, Business Insider, podcasts, and strategic visibility amplification across partner platforms.
This package is designed to elevate visibility, credibility, and reach, long after the event ends.
Who Should Apply? This challenge is for:
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Women founders and entrepreneurs
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Creatives and storytellers
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NGO leaders and social impact builders
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Women-led brands and initiatives
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Changemakers ready to be seen
If visibility, credibility, and access are part of your 2026 goals, this opportunity is for you.
Media & Community Partners
This initiative is delivered in collaboration with visibility and community partners, including Montreal Vendors, WinTECH Community, Leading Ladies Connect, Audaz Magazine, Toronto Caribbean Newspaper, and other aligned media and ecosystem platforms committed to advancing women-led stories and impact.
Event Details at a Glance
Event: Women of Rubies Media Pitch Challenge
Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Format: Virtual
Theme: Black History Month, Visibility, Leadership & Impact
Registration: womenofrubies.com/mediapitch
The Women of Rubies Media Pitch Challenge is more than a pitch event. It is a visibility accelerator. A platform for stories that matter. And a step toward ensuring that women’s work is not just done, but also seen.
Coaches and Judges to be announced soon!!
