Written By: Maggie Brown (Maggiethe_journalist)
As the digital landscape evolves, the call for inclusivity and representation grows louder.
Embracing this momentum, the movement to support Black-owned businesses extends into the realm of technology.
With an array of innovative apps created by Black entrepreneurs, consumers are now empowered to not only engage with diverse content, but also contribute to economic equity.
Downloading Black-owned apps not only enriches your digital experience, but also fosters a more inclusive and equitable tech ecosystem.
Since every click carries significance, downloading Black-owned apps becomes an act of empowerment and solidarity.
These apps offer a window into the rich tapestry of Black culture, from platforms celebrating Black excellence in art, music, and literature to tools fostering financial literacy and community building.
By actively seeking out and supporting these apps, users not only diversify their digital footprint, but also contribute to the economic empowerment of Black entrepreneurs and communities.
Here are 5 Black-Owned apps you can add to your collection:
- Black Girls At Leisure: If you’re looking to meet new friends as a Black woman to enjoy a day at the vineyard, go shopping and more, then this is the app for you. BGAL is a community that supports Black women in creating new and healthy friendships through monthly meetups in the NYC Tri-State area. If you’re currently outside of their geographical location, do not worry because BGAL is currently working on an app that allows other cities to join. The app is expected to be released by the end of summer/ beginning of fall.
2. Swivel Beauty: If you’re ever in need of a hairstylist locally or internationally, then look no more! SB is an app that was created to connect a hairstylist and clients with just a few clicks. These trusted and highly vetted stylists specialize in all textures, kinks, curls, braids, and more.
3. Goodr: With the food shortage that many face on a daily basis, Goodr created a way for restaurants to reduce their carbon footprint and help fight hunger by connecting them to local charities for the foods use. Everything is inspected and quality checked before deliveries to ensure it is safe for consumption. If you or someone you know could benefit from this, then download the app today.
4. Goalsetter: If you’re looking for a way to teach your kids financial literacy, then this is the app for you. GS was created to help parents teach their kids financial literacy through allowance and setting small goals for them to use on their special purchases. The app has a debit card for kids that is controlled by the parents. Once the kid passes their weekly financial literacy text developed by the app, it will then release their funds.
5. Black Wall Street: If you’re looking to shop black-owned or looking for any type of black-owned business to support, then this is the app for you. BWS was created to connect consumers with multiple black-owned businesses regardless of its industry.
