The Dallas Examiner and Vision Team hosted the second annual “Great Conversation” to celebrate Women’s History Month and honor ten exceptional women from the Dallas-Fort Worth area whose leadership, service, and advocacy are transforming communities across the region.
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Elizabeth Wattley’s Forest Forward Revitalization
Elizabeth Wattley has revitalized the Forest Forward Theatre in South Dallas, investing $17 million in Black-owned businesses and utilizing 78% of the contracts with Black-owned and minority-owned businesses.
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Black on the Block Festival Returns to Arlington, Celebrating Black Entrepreneurship and Culture
The Black on the Block Festival in Arlington, TX, was a vibrant celebration of Black entrepreneurship, creativity, and culture, featuring over 170 Black-owned businesses, live performances, and delicious food, sponsored by Live Nation Urban.
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International Women’s Month Spotlight on Local LGBTQ+ Advocate and Resource Center CEO Cece Cox
Resource Center is working to empower and educate the LGBTQ+ community in Dallas by providing health services, mental health counseling, and affordable housing, while also advocating for the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ people in the face of discriminatory laws and policies.
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Left Behind: How Texas’ Education Overhaul Endangers Students with Disabilities and Students of Color
Texas lawmakers are pushing for school vouchers and the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education, which could leave the most vulnerable students without access to equitable education and federal protections.
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Deseri Kelley Takes the Fashion World by Storm with DESERI – A Journey of Growth and Empowerment
Deseri Kelley, founder of luxury handbag company DESERI, has proven her passion and perseverance by launching an impressive brand and holding a successful fashion show in Dallas, marking a historic moment as the first Black woman to own a designer handbag store in the mall’s 40 year history.
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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 lÃderes comparten sus secretos para el éxito profesional en JPMorganChaseÂ
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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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.
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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.
