Montreal, Sunday, April 21, 2024 - In a festive atmosphere and in the presence of over 350 guests at Place des arts' Cinquième Salle, the Gala Dynastie unveiled the recipients of the Soirée Médias. 14 personalities were crowned at the event, which highlights the talent and dynamism of media professionals from Black communities.
For the third year in a row, Naadei was at the helm of the event's animation. The event was broadcast live on the Gala Dynastie and Natyf TV Facebook pages.
Multiplatform Journalist of the Year: Anyck Béraud
Opinion Writer of the Year: Émilie Nicolas
Radio Columnist of the Year: Vanessa Destiné
TV Columnist of the Year: Meeker Guerrier
Web Media of the Year: Da Main Source
Reporter (TV / radio) of the Year: Azeb Wolde-Giorghis
Radio Presenter of the Year: Nicolas Ouellet
TV Presenter of the Year: Sophie Fouron
Web Series or Show of the Year: Décoloniser l'histoire
Podcast of the Year: Stories from the inside out
Web Content Creator of the Year: Queen Esie
Web Personality of the Year: Pinky Doll
"The media - both traditional and non-traditional - play an essential role in shaping our social representations. The diversity of voices, perspectives and points of view in the media sphere is still a challenge today. The members of the juries have done a colossal job in establishing the finalists and recipients, and I'd like to congratulate them on their contribution," said Carla Beauvais, Co-founder and Executive Director of the Fondation Dynastie.
An exceptional evening honoring women!
Women were in the spotlight at the Soirée Médias, where the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean was awarded the Grand Prix Dynastie presented by TD for her leadership, remarkable civic commitment and significant contribution to the media. Emeritus lawyer Tamara Thermitus Ad.E. received the Dynastie Impact Award presented by Natyf TV for her body of work, her social stance and her actions in favour of reconciliation between aboriginal peoples, as well as for her leadership in employment equity, diversity and the fight against systemic racism.
Artist Täbï Yösha and actress and author Catherine Souffront gave touching, delicate performances that had the audience on its feet. The evening's musical entertainment was provided by KidCrayola.
The Fondation Dynastie would like to thank its valued partners:
TD Bank Group, SODEC, Natyf TV, Bell, CN, Ubisoft, Groupe 3737, Ville de Montréal, Heritage Canada, Canada Media Fund, Conseil des arts de Montréal, Telefilm Canada, Expert'Ease, Léonard Médias, Place des Arts, Musicaction, Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Black History Month Round Table, Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, Distillerie Rosemont and L'Oréal.
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ABOUT FONDATION DYNASTIE
Since 2016, Fondation Dynastie has worked for more equitable, meaningful representation of Black communities in the arts, culture, and media. Through various cultural-mediation initiatives, the organization seeks to break down barriers and create opportunities that promote visibility and recognition of talent from these communities and reduce representation-related inequalities for Black communities in the cultural and media sectors. The foundation also supports the development and professionalization of up-and-coming talent.
ABOUT GALA DYNASTIE
Gala Dynastie highlights and celebrates the exceptional achievements of personalities from Quebec’s Black communities who have distinguished themselves in media, the arts, and culture. Presented in two parts, the Soirée Médias and Soirée Culture, this event honours the wealth and diversity of the Black talents that transcend borders, while highlighting their important contribution to the cultural, artistic, and media industries.
Source:
Fondation Dynastie
Bellande Montour
Head of Communications & Marketing
commdirection@fondationdynastie.com
Media relations – Gala Dynastie:
Felipe del Pozo
C: 514 616-4713
B: 514 357-6352
