The Annual Legislative Conference featured discussions on racial equity, economic empowerment, climate justice, health disparities, and criminal justice reform, with experts, activists, policymakers, and thought leaders highlighting the importance of intersectionality and the need for strong voter turnout in the 2024 election.
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Dallas Women of Power Symposium & Awards: Empowering Women to Step Into Their Greatness
The second annual Women of Power Symposium & Awards, hosted by 24 Carat Speakers, will feature keynote speaker Cheryl “Action” Jackson, a panel discussion with influential women, and an awards ceremony to celebrate outstanding women in the community.
Posted inPolitics
Word In Black Announces “Debate Night in Black America: A Virtual Conversation” Event
Word In Black is hosting a virtual conversation on September 10, 2024, to engage the African American community in the presidential debate, with participating newsroom outlets across the nation.
Posted inMusic
Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Biggest Fundraiser to Be Co-Chaired by Power Couple Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means
Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means are serving as Co-Chairs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the Symphony Gala, to raise awareness and support for the organization’s educational programs and initiatives.
Posted inCulture
Dallas Chocolate Festival Returns with a Twist: FIG Takes Ownership and Showcases Local Businesses
The 14th Annual Dallas Chocolate Festival is returning to the Fashion Industry Gallery (FIG) from September 6th to 8th, featuring a wide array of chocolatiers, exclusive chocolate pairings from top Dallas chefs, and interactive workshops and demos.
Posted inSports
A Greater Goal: Dallas Trinity FC Makes South Dallas’ Historic Cotton Bowl Home
Dallas Trinity FC took on Barcelona Femení in a historic match at the Cotton Bowl Stadium, demonstrating their commitment to elevating women’s soccer in the US and showcasing the growing popularity and talent level of the game.
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Dallas Wings and JPMorgan Chase Team up to Promote Financial Literacy and School Readiness
The Dallas Wings and JPMorgan Chase gathered at the Oak Cliff Branch to support community members as they prepare for the new school year, teaching financial literacy and budgeting to children.
Posted inBusiness
NCTRCA and The Confidence Group Partner to Host Inaugural Sapphire Soiree Gala Celebrating North Texas Entrepreneurs
North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (NCTRCA) is delighted to announce its collaboration with The Confidence Group, a prominent minority-owned construction and educational consultancy firm based in Dallas-Fort Worth, to […]
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At Juneteenth Celebration, Nurturing Communities Through Food
by Renata Sago In 2016, when Jaime Swygert was preparing for the Juneteenth Festival of Buffalo, one of the largest in the U.S., she imagined she’d just be sitting at […]
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Little Inez Gets Big Voice: Kaila Symone Crowder on Hairspray and Broadway Debut
Kaila Symone Crowder, a bright new face on the theater scene, has taken on the role of Little Inez in the Broadway musical Hairspray, embodying the spirit of boldness and perseverance that the character represents.
