Remote Work Opportunities for BIPOC moms, parents, and caregivers:
- mynaeemah
- Jan 8
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 10
A Guide to Getting Started
Between observing my young adult children and their friends, as they figure out their life paths, and supporting my doula clients, who desire to stay home with their new babies rather than return to work at the end of their FMLA, I often find myself thinking about cool ways to live and expand while young and free. The current economy along with my positions in art, natural products, perinatal, and activist spaces has people regularly asking me if I know of any jobs. I rarely have a definitive “yes” to that question, but I am almost always good for providing useful resources and actionable guidance.
There’s sooooo much good stuff on offer and pretty easily accessible these days that simply did not exist when I was an available and motivated young person and parenting little ones. You just have to be open to thinking outside the box and know where to look.
Remote work is one of those opportunities. Whether you’re a student, parent, traveler, or simply someone who thrives by flexibility and being in your own spaces, there are numerous platforms where you can find legitimate jobs to fit your lifestyle. Here's a list of resources I've curated for BIPOC moms and parents who wanna stay at home with their babies, as well as for anyone who just prefers not going into an office or being on the clock.
How to Get Started
Choose your focus: Are you looking for freelance gigs, part-time work, or a full-time remote career?
Build your profile: Many sites require a resume, portfolio, or skills overview.
Apply widely: Remote work can be competitive, so apply for multiple opportunities.
Safety first: Always research companies and avoid offers that seem too good to be true.
Keep learning: Remote roles often reward adaptability and continuous learning.
A few recommended Remote Job Sites
Here are some excellent places to start your search:
Black Remote She – A community-driven platform for Black queer, trans, nonbinary people, and allies interested in working remotely.
HIREBLACKNOW – Career resources and job opportunities for Black talent.
Black Career Network – 10,000+ jobs with companies that value diversity.
Upwork -- For freelancers.
The Mom Project – Remote and flexible roles for moms and caregivers.
PowerToFly – Connecting underrepresented talent with inclusive companies.
RemoteWoman – Remote jobs at female-friendly companies.
FlexJobs – Curated, vetted remote, freelance, and flexible jobs.
We Work Remotely – One of the largest remote work communities.
Remote.co – Expert advice and job listings for remote work.
Reckner Opinions – Paid research and opinion studies you can do from home.
Himalayas – A global remote job board with AI-powered search tools.
Additional Blogs & Resources
Career resources -- Hire Black Now – Tools and support for job seekers.
Finding Work-from-Home Jobs: A Guide for Moms – Tips and resources tailored for parents.
Online Tutoring Jobs | The Penny Hoarder – A roundup of platforms where you can get paid to tutor online.
Final Thoughts
As always, please use this article as a starting point and then DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH.
Compare sites and details, then cross-reference with other trusted sources to inform your choices of engagement.
We welcome you to share your thoughts, experiences, questions, and related resources in the comments or in the Responses to blogs Group.
One perfect love, ~Naeemah :)
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