Black Women Take Center Stage at the World Economic Forum

Source: Panelists from the panel “Power Redefined: Owning Ambition, Influence, and Equity” (L-R): Chris Foster, CEO OPRG; Miatta Johnson, Co-CEO MVD, Inc.; Adrianne C. Smith, Founder of Can: Diversity Collective; Candace Montgomery CEEVP, The Atlantic; Luana Génot, President & Executive Director ID_BR Brazilian Identities Institute; moderator Avra Lorrimer, Chief Client Officer OPRG – Photo Credit: Porsha Monique for MadameNoire / Porsha Monique

The World Economic Forum (WEF), held annually in Davos, Switzerland, from January 20–25, is a global platform where leaders in business, government, and society collaborate to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. While traditionally dominated by elite power players, WEF has increasingly become a space for diverse voices to shape global dialogue. For Black women, attending WEF is not just about occupying a seat at the table—it’s about redefining the table itself.

MadameNoire was on-site during this year’s forum to find out more about what the global event was all about. While attending the Inkwell Snow Beach activation, a stand-alone activation created by Adrianne C. Smith that’s dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) during WEF, we spoke exclusively with several women attendees who shared their unique perspectives on why Black women in particular should be interested in attending WEF.

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