Black Girl Magic Day — Official Press Kit
Black Girl Magic Day began in Harlem with one goal: to celebrate and uplift little Black girls. Today, it includes an annual Pink Carpet Event, a year-round BGMD Club, and a national Day Campaign advocating for official recognition across the U.S.
Fast Facts
| Based in | Harlem, New York |
| Focus Ages | Core programming centers girls ages 2–15 |
| Annual Event | Pink Carpet Event in Harlem (family-centered, youth performances) |
| Year-Round | BGMD Club workshops and mentorship (confidence, creativity, leadership) |
| National Goal | Establish Black Girl Magic Day as an official U.S. day of recognition |
| Petition | Sign & share the petition |
Coverage Tracks
National Day Campaign
A petition-led movement advancing official recognition of Black Girl Magic Day nationwide. Angles: civic engagement, youth voice, mental wellness, representation, policy advocacy.
Pink Carpet Event (Annual)
Our yearly Harlem celebration featuring youth performances, awards, and community partners. Angles: culture & lifestyle, education, community impact, local heroes.
BGMD Club (Year-Round)
Ongoing confidence-building and creativity workshops for girls. Angles: education, mentorship, social-emotional learning, after-school enrichment.
Founder Bio — Tanika Salmon
Tanika Salmon launched Black Girl Magic Day in Harlem to center joy, visibility, and belonging for young Black girls. With roots in youth arts education and community organizing, Tanika leads BGMD’s annual Pink Carpet Event, year-round Club programming, and the national Day recognition campaign.
Key Messages & Quotes
- Joy-forward counterstory: BGMD centers celebration and belonging as an antidote to bias and bullying.
- Representation matters: Visibility and voice help build confidence and community for girls.
- Movement → Recognition: From Harlem to Congress, the petition channels family and educator voices.
Logos, Colors & Usage
For official logo files (PNG/SVG), B-roll, and photos, please request the media kit. Basic brand colors are below:
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Usage: Please credit “Black Girl Magic Day” on first mention; tag @blackgirlmagicday on social posts. Do not alter the logo proportions or brand colors.