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PittsburghUrbanMedia.com Launched in 2009
BLACK NEWS & CULTURE IN PITTSBURGH FROM THE AFRICAN AMERICAN PERSPECTIVE
Launched in August 2009, as an online magazine that connects visitors to the diverse communities in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania, reaching primarily a large African American audience.
Our online magazine focuses on promoting economic and political empowerment for Africa
Americans in the region. Our stories inform audiences about the important social issues in our Black communities. We offer opportunities for real change and growth in the disenfranchised communities by offering solutions.
Our site is especially dedicated to promoting healthy families, and finding solutions to some of the health disparities in the region.
We are dedicated to present stories that will make our communities more livable, empowered and sustainable.
The stories, news and opinions are from an African American perspective.
We are a team of highly skilled journalists, editors, and researchers who are dedicated to bringing you the latest news and analysis on all things Mass Media.
Our website covers a wide range of topics, including television, film, music, publishing, social media, and more. Whether you're a media professional or simply a curious reader, you'll find everything you need to stay informed and engaged on our site.
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About PUM & Our Team
Robin Beckham Founder & Editor
Robin Beckham Founder & Editor
Robin Beckham Founder & Editor
Robin is the Founder & Editor of PittsburghUrbanMedia.com, she has worked in the Media as a Television Executive, journalist and P.R. Guru. Beckham founded and launched PittsburghUrbanMedia.com a subsidiary of Beckham Media, a MBE certified minority owned company.
Jack L. Daniel Contributor
Robin Beckham Founder & Editor
Robin Beckham Founder & Editor
Jack is an author & University of Pittsburgh Vice Provost and Professor Emeritus. Co-founder, Freed Panther Society
Contributor for PittsburghUrbanMedia.com,
Author, Negotiating a Historically White University While Black.
Anji Corley, Lifestyle Contributor
Robin Beckham Founder & Editor
Isaiah R. Beckham Contributor
Award-winning Multimedia/TV + Travel Host, Actress, Host: HSN Guest/Style Podcast, Brand Ambassador + Energizer Bunny
Isaiah R. Beckham Contributor
Rainier Sky Beckham Contributor
Isaiah R. Beckham Contributor
Isaiah is a Freshman at Allegheny College where he is studying computer science and is a football player with the Gators.
Isaiah graduated from Shady Side Academy, where he was captain of the SSA track team and was a dominated athlete on the varsity football team. He also was a Black Student Representative, and a photographer for the SSA
Isaiah is a Freshman at Allegheny College where he is studying computer science and is a football player with the Gators.
Isaiah graduated from Shady Side Academy, where he was captain of the SSA track team and was a dominated athlete on the varsity football team. He also was a Black Student Representative, and a photographer for the SSA yearbook. He is a contributor for PittsburghUrbanMedia.com and also works for Dicks corporation in sales and works as a computer science teacher in a summer program.
Rainier Sky Beckham Contributor
Rainier Sky Beckham Contributor
Rainier Sky Beckham Contributor
Rainier Sky is a freshman at Shady Side Academy, a varsity cheerleeder and and track athlete. She is also focused on sharing important stories in the community about youth and teens in Pittsburgh. As a contributor with PittsburghUrbanMedia.com Rainier hopes to shine a positive light on the news and activities in the city that will help en
Rainier Sky is a freshman at Shady Side Academy, a varsity cheerleeder and and track athlete. She is also focused on sharing important stories in the community about youth and teens in Pittsburgh. As a contributor with PittsburghUrbanMedia.com Rainier hopes to shine a positive light on the news and activities in the city that will help engage kids to be motivated and encouraged to excel in life.
Rainier loves science and recently participated in The University of Pittsburgh’s Biological Gene Team Program. In this summer program she deepened her interest in biology and participated in laboratory research projects.
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