WQMG Community Focus

Wonderful conversation with yet another expert in their field with regards to the Real Estate Market...it's up and downs as well as homeownership and how best to serve the needs of each and every individual who wants to become a home owner.

Learning to be financially smart and savvy with an area Financial Advisor who knows his stuff when he shares valuable information as regards velocity banking verses the traditional banking system along with how to get the most out of a homeowner's HELOC ( Home Equity Line of Credit).

Culturally bridging the gap between Africa and America with great conversation that focuses on and evening that brings a spectacular night of elegance, cultural display, beauty and unity of the diverse regions of Ghana along with a showcase of fashion, language and knowledge about different regions.

The official return of this much talk about interactive wedding planning event that not only spotlights couples planning their big day but gives exclusive access to area businesses and black owned brands from wedding professionals and so much more!

Shared information on the Microenterpise IDA- Individual Development Account with a breakdown of what for program can do for small business owners with the Community and Economic Development Program Administrator for Forsyth County and one owner who is a graduate of the very program.

As kids head back to School this Organization gives back to the Community for Elementary, Middle and High School students with food, music, family fun and so much more!!!

For decades know as the National Black Theater Festival has a new name as the International Black Theater Festival returning to Winston-Salem for another exciting year of the best of the best in the fields of television, movies and theater for 6 tremendous days of cultural entertainment. All of the exciting details are shared with the Media Director of the IBTF.

Engaging conversation to help educate our communities about mental health in Black and HIspanic Communities and its impact on families, communities and personal physical health as well as helping to erase stigmas and increase understanding about loved ones dealing with mental health challenges and living with diagnosed mental illnesses.

Great conversation on the Y of Northwest NC with it's history, some of the initiatives that are impactful for our area youth and some exciting news about things going on in the East Winston Community as regards the YMCA REACH Center at Winston Lake.

Great information shared on the 2nd Annual Women and Minority Business Summit at Alamance Community College Small Business Center to empower and educate area business owners on how to grow and sustain their existing Businesses.

The Poetry Project presents Poet For a Day and exciting field trip for grades 4-12 that emphasizes the young ones in our Communities from youth voice to critical thinking and even creative writing that allows young ones an outlet for expressive and creative thought through Poetry and other artistic stylings.

Positive Youth Together( headed by it's founder Chandra Cagle) also known as PYT continues to bring community awareness in addressing various societal issues our Young ones face. This edutainment series brings that focus to life with a television series that will be featured.

The Black MS Experience Raleigh Community Program is an opportunity to connect with others who understand the distinct experience of life with MS as a Black person. Throughout interactive discussions powerful connections are forged and the learning ability with leading scientific and healthcare experts and give voice to the unique needs of the Black Community living with Multiple Sclerosis.

The Black is Beautiful Bridal Show is an interactive wedding planning event showcasing products and services from black-owned wedding professionals in the North Carolina Triad and surrounding areas where during the event, attendees will be able to see beautiful displays, meet face to face with wedding vendors, experience live entertainment and so much more.

A very informative and in depth conversation with the President of MWINS Consulting on the official invitation on homeownership with particular concentration on persons of Color with the NC Black Homeownership Forum whose goal is to work to change the trajectory of Black homeownership.

In depth conversation with the Division Director of Medicaid Services of Forsyth County on the expansion of North Carolina Medicaid and the series of meetings scheduled to take place where area citizens can learn more about the impact changes to the Program will make

The Month of October is recognized and remembered as Cancer Awareness and this Organization pays honor and tribute to Survivors and those we have lost. Marking their 20th year of existence with their Annual Cancer Awareness Gala Benefit and this year's theme: Celebrating Reunion of Living.

Discussion on the extraordinary journey filled with moment of inspiration, learning and growth as the newly developed Magazine focuses on various topics from health and wellness to finance, business, sports and entertainment and giving a platform for the voices of the people in our Communities.

The big day is Thursday August 24th for the Give Work A Chance Job Fair in Lexington, North Carolina with several Companies on hand, a special Kids Zone for Parents needing supervision while Parents seek employment, a mobile career center with job counselors available to produce or update resumes on sight and more....

Continued conversation and the push to get area residents employed in the manufacturing sector with an upcoming Community job fair with special attention given to the recent closure of a major Furniture Company/Plant.