Bragan was instrumental in developing AMC Networks’ public response to the increase in violent attacks against Asian Americans in the wake of the pandemic. In September, she helped launch a corporate PSA campaign around Hispanic Heritage Month. Bragan once again led AMC Networks’ partnership with the Congressional Black Caucus and the NAACP to produce the company’s award-winning annual PSA campaign communicating the tremendous impact of Black History Month. It featured some of the leading members of Congress, such as House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn, sharing stories of inspiration and perseverance that inspire them and the issues they remain focused on today. Creating a trustworthy line of communication is all about openness and, Bragan says, people should strive “to be honest about the things we don’t know, share what we do know and understand that everyone is different.”
How have you been a champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion?
I’m very fortunate that my job allows me to work every day on my passion for increasing DEI, partnering with many organizations that do really great work. I’m also proud to serve as executive champion of Voces, AMC Networks’ Latinx ERG and serve on the boards of New York Women in Film and Television (dedicated to gender parity in the entertainment industry) and the T. Howard Foundation (focused on creating opportunities and a pipeline for diverse students interested in media).
My best advice for fostering open, honest communication…
is to be honest about the things we don’t know, share what we do know and understand everyone is different.
Which celebrity do you think is setting a strong example for the next generation?
Yara Shahidi – she is talented, smart, a dedicated activist and role model for the power young people have in shaping our future.
