Monique Wilson is a dynamic thought leader and multifaceted storyteller whose work spans writing, podcasting, mentorship, and community building. A proud graduate of Georgetown University, Monique hails from New York but has also lived in London and Zimbabwe, experiences that have profoundly shaped her global perspective and passion for cultural connection.
Monique’s bylines can be found on Glamour, where she crafts compelling narratives that amplify underrepresented voices and explore the intersections of identity, lifestyle, and culture. As the host of Bet on Black, she produces thought-provoking podcast content that celebrates the resilience, creativity, and excellence of the Black community.
In addition to her professional endeavors, Monique is a dedicated mentor to high school students, guiding them toward academic and personal success. She is equally passionate about fostering connection through in-person third spaces—welcoming environments where people from diverse backgrounds can gather, share, and grow. With a natural ability to inspire and elevate others, Monique continues to make a meaningful impact in the spaces she occupies, blending her love for storytelling, mentorship, and community into everything she does.
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In addition to her professional endeavors, Monique is a dedicated mentor to high school students, guiding them toward academic and personal success. She is equally passionate about fostering connection through in-person third spaces—welcoming environments where people from diverse backgrounds can gather, share, and grow. With a natural ability to inspire and elevate others, Monique continues to make a meaningful impact in the spaces she occupies, blending her love for storytelling, mentorship, and community into everything she does.
Community
Purpose
Through honest storytelling and intentional transparency, I create space for others to feel seen, heard, and empowered to own their truth.
Authenticity
CORE VALUES
Impact means building trust through integrity, thoughtfulness, and long-term vision.
Change happens within the community to spark transformation that lasts far beyond a single interaction.
I wanted to reach out to say thank you—from the bottom of my heart—for writing something so raw, validating, and painfully accurate. Your words deeply resonated with me, bringing to the surface so many of my own experiences with this condition that are often invisible or misunderstood by the outside world. The emotional, physical, and social toll you captured is so real, and I’m grateful that you used your voice and platform to shed light on a reality so many of us silently endure.
"It made me feel seen in a way that I rarely do."
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I just want to say THANK YOU again and again. I know I've mentioned it a hundred times now, but you have given me the space to be free, vulnerable, and talk about my journey, which has not been easy. Oftentimes, I get so camera shy and awkward, but this conversation segued into the most beautiful conversation and eventually made me feel right at home.
"You have given me the space to be free, vulnerable, and talk about my journey, which hasn't been easy.
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