The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement and the reaction to the 2020 murder of George Floyd has led to positive social change by grassroots campaigns, as well as corporate leaders developing strategies for justice and equality. One in particular that grew out of the response to BLM is Black Stories Black Voices, an initiative of the historic Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Carolina announces Top 2023 mentors
A new arts organization has formed to advocate for the Arts District downtown and to create cohesion beyond the Arts District in Winston-Salem. The Arts District of Winston-Salem (ADWS), a 501(c)(6), is categorized as a volunteer neighborhood association with a mission “dedicated to connecting with and amplifying diverse voices and visions, bringing them together at the heart of our city.” Their first event, ARTS CRUSH, is Friday, April 22, from 7-10 p.m.
IFB Solutions recognized nine employees as graduates of its innovative Business Essentials program. Designed to expose participants to the core elements of business, the Business Essentials program is a cornerstone of IFB’s commitment to upward mobility.
Busta’s Person of the Week: Mother of special needs’ son: ‘Giving up has never been an option. I had to keep moving forward.’
To help build the teacher pipeline here in Forsyth County, The Pre-K Priority, a local collaboration of community organizations committed to early childhood education, launched its Be First initiative including online resources, community advertising and social media to encourage individuals to consider careers in early childhood education.
The Chronicle’s Business of the Month: Local therapist teaches us how to ‘reset and heal’
AARP Forsyth Chapter shows and shares love
Creating a path for seniors to maintain healthy weight
