DESIGN DIRECTOR

Mariam is BMTV’s public relations manager. She manages BMTV’s Instagram and LinkedIn accounts and keeps communications with inquiries in the messages of these apps. She helps promote BMTV digitally and in person at events. She assists in event planning during BMTV’s weekly meetings. Mariam is from The Bronx of New York City and currently attends Boston University studying Broadcast Journalism. Her favorite BMTV initiative is “We affirms us” because she believes true methods of affirming and manifestations are very powerful. Mariam also likes to dance, act, and journal frequently.

I am BMTV’s Founder, CEO and Director. I oversee and play a role in all of our departments being Outreach, Public Relations, and Operations. I work closely with my Operations Manager to plan and lead weekly meetings where we delegate tasks to ensure each project is on track and that our non-profit goals are being met. I also produce, film, and edit BMTV’s episode series. I am from Providence, Rhode Island, but graduated in 2022 from Boston College. I am currently a Doctoral student at UNC Chapel Hill. My favorite BMTV initiative would have to be our Black Muslim Iftars “The Link Up.” I love journaling, watching psychological thrillers, and dressing up!

CREATIVE CONSULTANT

Warith Balogun is BMTV’s creative consultant. As art is a very important pillar of the work we do in bmtv. He handles our art projects and initiatives, working with the rest of the team, to bring them to life. He is also in charge of our website and assists with marketing efforts for BMTV. He works as a Product Manager; He’s originally from NY but has been living in Rhode island for a while. His favorite BMTV initiative is the “Journey in Iman” photo series. He enjoys writing poetry cooking and creative directing.

AMBASSADOR

Alioune is a junior at Boston College. He wanted to create a Black Muslim organization at his college and through meetings, BMTV has helped him to do so. BMTV has met with Alioune since his freshman year at Boston College, and with a goal of building leaders that can maintain a black Muslim space, Alioune is now the co-president of “Black Muslim’s Path” (BMP) at Boston College. BMP is currently hosting Ramadan Iftars and clothing drives while collaborating with other organizations. We are excited to see what the future of our Ambassador program holds and who else we’ll get to connect with.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Rafeeat is BMTV’s Operations Manager. They handle project and production management, administrative duties, and internal team coordination for all of our initiatives, working closely with the CEO. She graduated in December 2023 from Boston University, and currently works in corporate communications and creative producing. Her favorite BMTV initiative would have to be our “Journey with Iman” photoshoot and campaign. Rafeeat is an NJ native and enjoys watching documentary series, 2000s tv, and eating ice cream!

OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Malaine is BMTV’s outreach coordinator. She researches and communicates with organizations related to BMTV’s goals. As well as helping lead and design creative projects that highlight the skills and talents of Muslims in the BMTV community. She currently attends Boston College pursuing a degree in Management and Leadership and is involved in the volunteering organizations at her school. Malaine is from San Antonio, Texas. Her favorite BMTV initiative is the community Ramadan Iftars in which several people from various schools and backgrounds come together to break fast, pray, and eat a traditional meal. She enjoys roller skating and working with children often.

HEAD OF DESIGN & BRANDING

Khadija Abu is BMTV’s Head of Design and Branding. She create designs for our mediums and assist with the overall branding strategy by conceptualizing and implementing BMTV's identity throughout platforms. Khadija has a B.S. in Public Relations from Suffolk University. She is currently receiving her J.D. at the Howard University School of Law. Khadija is from Prince George's County, MD. Her favorite BMTV initiative is the We Affirm Us social media campaign. Khadija likes to cook new recipes, host themed dinner parties and loves to travel.