As International Women’s Day approaches in March, it’s the perfect time to spotlight the journalists whose work not only informs but also challenges the status quo. Across beats ranging from politics and investigative reporting to food, culture, and business, women in media continue to shape the narratives that influence our world.
These journalists bring fresh perspectives, uncover untold stories, and hold power to account—all while navigating an industry that still grapples with gender disparities. Whether they’re exposing systemic injustices, highlighting underrepresented voices, or driving cultural conversations, their work is essential.
To celebrate their impact, we’ve curated a list of 10 standout journalists who are making waves in their respective fields. If you’re in PR, media, or simply love great storytelling, these are the names you should be following this Women’s History Month—and beyond.
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Role: Contributing News and Politics Editor
About: Melissa Noel is an award-winning journalist, host and media entrepreneur who built a distinguished career in television news and digital media with work that centers on reporting issues impacting the global Black diaspora.
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Socials: Instagram
Location: New York, NY
Role: LA Reporter
About: Audrey Kemp is a Los Angeles-based staff reporter for The Drum, where she reports on influencers, creativity, labor and sustainability, among other topics. Before her current role, she worked for the Orange County Business Journal, Janky Smooth Magazine, Locale Lifestyle Magazine, Narratively Inc. and other publications. A UC Irvine alumna with a degree in literary journalism, she aspires to follow in the footsteps of literary legends like Joan Didion and Chris Hedges.
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Location: Los Angeles, CA
Role: Senior News Editor
About: Emily Burack (she/her) is the Senior News Editor for Town & Country, where she covers entertainment, celebrities, the royals, and a wide range of other topics. Before joining T&C, she was the deputy managing editor at Hey Alma, a Jewish culture site.
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Location: New York, NY
Role: Executive Digital Director
About: Charlie Carballo is a writer, editor and the Executive Digital Director for Fairchild Media Group, leading digital and traffic strategy for footwearnews.com and wwd.com. His previous roles with FN include West Coast Digital Editor and Senior Digital Editor. He has also written for iHeartRadio, NY Post, Variety, Made in Hollywood, the Atlanta-Journal Constitution, the Gainesville Sun and other outlets. He holds a B.S. in Journalism from the University of Florida.
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Socials: Instagram
Location: Los Angeles, CA