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Nura Magazine is a lifestyle women's feature for our sophisticated ladies of urban communities. You will find articles on world news, beauty, health, fashion, relationships, travel and business. *
Our Mission is to empower women to find the best with in themselves, to encourage high level thinking, and inspire them to take action toward a fulfilling life.You will find a balance of celebrity gossip as well as food for thought in life's complexities.
The name NURA is derived from the Arabic language meaning "the Light". Light is a metaphor for wisdom, knowledge, and truth. The purpose of light is to give a clear perception of what may not be seen otherwise.The best example is given in Plato's Allegory of the Cave. The men of the cave thought they knew everything there was to know about life until they were expose to light. Light in that example was not only a representation of knowledge but truth. Nura Magazine hopes to provide articles that are captivating yet rich with wisdom.
Imani Camp-Randolph/ Managing Editor, Nura Magazine
Brianna Coleman/ Executive Producer, Nura Podcast
Auntea Marie (Media International) / PR & Brand Management
Rachel Harris / Director, Strategic Partnerships
Eric Jackson / Managing Producer, Nura Podcast
Onyebuchi "Phil" Ohaka / Journalist
Latisha Carr / Staff Writer
Tracy Timberlake / Staff Writer, Blogger
Beatriz Encarnacion/ Staff Writer
Karen Shelton / Staff Writer
Janine Muhammad / Marriage & Family Therapist
Kamilah Clark / Finance
Latoiya Crawford/ Make-Up & Beauty Consultant
Sean Allen / Photographer
Douglas Crocker / Editorial Consultant
John Blassingame / Distribution Consultant
Akilah Breaux / Co-Founder & Publisher
Akilah is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology with a Master's Degree in Project Management and a Bachelor's Degree in Advertising & Public Relations. She began her career as a public relations intern at Corporate Paychex writing articles for the internal newsletter. In 2008, she co-founded Capstone HEROES, an organization which sought help ease transitional issues for veterans as they integrate back into civilian life. Through Capstone HEROES she helped to build Veteran's Academies at Institutions in Western New York. In 2010, she partnered with organizations to produce the annual "What Women Want Weekend" an ultimate get-a-way retreat for women which raises awareness and funds for the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester. She currently serves on the board of The 100 Fathers Inc. representing Mothers and Families. Akilah has overseen a number of small businesses but finds her true passion for women empowerment and literacy.
Crystal Davis / Co-Founder & Editor in Chief
Crystal is a graduate of Norfolk State University with her Bachelors in Psychology. While in school Crystal served as a faithful tutor and mentor to several young girls. She also studied and interned abroad in London, UK. While in London Crystal developed a mentoring program for the young offenders within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea known as the Reintegrating Adolescence Program (RAP). Crystal is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Social Work. Crystal is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. Outside of Nura Magazine Crystal can be found mentoring young women in the community.