The Affordable Care Act, signed into law 15 years ago, has improved access to health insurance, lowered premiums, and covered a range of out-of-pocket costs, including reproductive health care, but its impact has been limited by institutional racism and the Hyde Amendment.
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Women in Dallas Hosts Sold-Out Friendship Mixer, Proving Sisterhood is the Ultimate Glow-Up
Jasmine Ohen, a passionate marketing and community strategist, founded Women in Dallas to help women form deep, lasting friendships in adulthood, and recently hosted a Friendship Mixer on International Women’s Day to celebrate relationships and community.
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Reading the Room: Why Black Kids Need More Than the Norm
Black students’ literacy struggles are exacerbated by poverty, trauma, and chronic absenteeism, and require a multi-pronged approach that includes early intervention, family literacy, and holistic support to overcome these barriers.
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Demand Dilemma: April Sha’Lil Sparks Dialogue on Economic Disparities in South Dallas
Multidisciplinary artist and community advocate April Sha’Lil hosted an interactive event called “Demand Dilemma” to confront the economic disparities in South Dallas and empower the community to imagine solutions.
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Tres mujeres líderes comparten sus secretos para el éxito profesional en JPMorganChase
En el mundo de la banca, las mujeres de JPMorganChase en Dallas-Fort Worth están liderando el camino con un enfoque en el aprendizaje y la adaptabilidad, y ofrecen consejos para aquellos que buscan entrar en el negocio.
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Women Lead the Way in Banking: JPMorgan Chase’s Journey of Success and Growth
JPMorgan Chase’s Renee Horne, Monique Winfree, and Annika Cail share their journeys and lessons learned in the banking industry, highlighting the importance of lifelong learning, building relationships, and community involvement for career growth and making a difference.
Posted inCulture
Breaking Boundaries: IRAS’ Future of Indie Showcase Creates Space for First-Time SXSW Performers
The Future of Indie Showcase at Sahara Lounge, produced by the Independent Recording Arts Society and powered by Linktree, provided a platform for first-time South by Southwest performers to showcase their unique sound and form real connections in the industry.
Posted inHealth
Overcoming Adversity: Tara Robinson’s Journey and The Black Heart Association
Tara Robinson, a school counselor and founder of the Black Heart Association, has overcome adversity to provide free heart screenings to underserved communities, despite facing political and financial challenges.
Posted inEvents
United We Brunch: A Celebration of Sisterhood, Empowerment, and Community
The United We Brunch Expo was more than just an event—it was a movement. From the electric energy of powerhouse panelists like Tashara Parker and Dr. Brandalyn Ponder-Mattson to the jaw-dropping Pink Lucy fashion show that celebrated beauty in all forms, this gathering of women was a masterclass in empowerment. Attendees soaked up wisdom from industry leaders, networked with changemakers, and embraced the “No Mean Girl” movement in full force. With every conversation, connection, and stunning runway moment, the message was clear: when women uplift each other, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
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Cheryl Smith: From Seventh-Grade Newsletter to Award-Winning Journalist
Cheryl Smith, an award-winning journalist and owner of the I Messenger News Group, has spent over forty years in the industry, making her a legend and inspiring others to follow in her footsteps.
