Nonprofit · Media · Music · Film
MEDIA of
SOCIETY
Using media to bring out the best in society.
A nonprofit empowering women and girls through media, music, film, education and technology.
About · Mission
Media is a mirror.
Let's make it a window.
Media of Society is a nonprofit organization founded by Alizah Whitney Johnson, dedicated to empowering individuals and communities, particularly women and girls, through media, music, film, education, technology, and social impact initiatives.
We believe media is one of the most powerful influences shaping how people think, what they believe is possible, and how they participate in society. Our mission is to use that influence for good by amplifying voices, challenging limiting beliefs, encouraging creativity, and empowering people to become active contributors to positive change.
Through educational programs, creative productions, live experiences, and strategic partnerships, Media of Society connects personal empowerment with collective progress.
Founder
Alizah Whitney Johnson
From the archive
“Because if people get the right education, only then can they truly be human.”
— A student in Bangladesh
Our Initiatives
Four stages. One mission.
Our first film
American Masala
A Media of Society film about intercultural connection.
Our first film: a story about intercultural relationships, with an original soundtrack already written. The script is complete; we plan to shoot in India and Austin.
We're raising $25,000 to bring it to the screen, and we're looking for Film3 partners in Austin and around the world.
Our Vision
“Our vision is a society in which more people recognize their value, develop their potential, and use their talents, resources, and voices to improve the world.”
Featured Event
Real Wealth, Real Impact
Presented by CryptoMondays Austin × Media of Society
What if wealth were measured not only by what we accumulate, but by what we contribute?
Monday, November 23, 2026 · Austin, TX. An evening with CryptoMondays Austin to raise funds and awareness for girls' education and American Masala. Venue to be announced.
Monday, November 23, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM
Austin, Texas
Venue Announced soon
Programs
Where the work happens.
Ages 12–15 · 8–12 weeks
Friends in Fashion
"Fashion of Life" empowerment course. Uses fashion to teach identity, healthy habits, friendship and service; each girl keeps a journal, designs her own pieces, and closes with a student-run fashion show. Taught in Montreal, Los Angeles, Bangladesh and Uganda.
Learn more
Online & in person
Sirens International
A global women's collective learning, creating and leading together, with a focus on financial literacy and tech tools.
Join us on Instagram · @sirensinternational
21 days · Starts Nov 11
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A 21-day Kaizen program by Haus of Union, in three phases: Unsubscribe → Align → Shine. “I unsubscribed. I started living.” A reset from the feeds, ads and noise, toward what really matters. All proceeds benefit Media of Society.
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In the field
Where we've been.
In the community
Events & conversations.
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Zee Telugu
Telugu Medium iSchool
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