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The Dignity Justified Podcast promotes the cultural heritage of African Americans through conversations about art, artifacts, images, ideas and individuals. Our organization (dignityjustified.com) is curious about humanity and so it shines a light on imagery in general and individuals in particular, to reveal the layers of stories embedded within— for the purpose of honoring the dignity of others and deepening our understanding of self, family, community, and country.
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Support Systems of Forsyth County, owners Courtney and Gregory James
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"The Have Vans Will Travel Duo" Courtney and Gregory James have leveraged their passion for helping others with their mission to create a transportation company that addresses transportation challenges and barriers for underserved Forsyth County residents. As husband and wife, this awesome “have vans will travel duo” navigates their company, Suppor…
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Christy Coleman, Jamestown Yorktown Foundation
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In her distinguished high-profile CEO role at the American Civil War Museum, Christy Coleman has conversed with leaders and editors nationwide. In this episode, Dignity Justified is all ears to listening and learning about the groundbreaking work of Historian Coleman. She has earned numerous awards and honorary doctorates. Time magazine (2018) reco…
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According to primary source newspapers, Mrs. Norma Corley was one of the “first Negro students” in the elementary public school system in Winston-Salem, NC. In this podcast, she reflects upon her experiences as a trailblazer after the landmark Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court case that outlawed segregation in schools in 1954.…
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Event Planner, Patricia Degraffinreaidt-The Enterprise Conference and Event Center
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This podcast episode continues Dignity Justified’s focus on the S.G. Atkins Community Development Corporation. Under the umbrella of this CDC is The Conference and Event Center, where our guest Patricia Degraffinreaidt serves as Event Manager. Patricia, who is respected as a creative and visionary planner, skillfully brings listeners into the ever-…
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Let’s explore the Simon G. Atkins Enterprise Center Community Garden. Our guest, Dr. Kyle Luth, is an environmental educator, parasitologist, and gardener who shares how community businesses and residents benefit from this community garden. Further, he encourages listeners to schedule a time to experience the garden’s teaching, growing, and sociali…
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Mr. Elliott Lowery, Executive Director of E-Motions Family Services Inc.
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Mr. Elliott Lowery is a committed and talented leader. He serves as the Executive Director of E-Motions Family Services, Inc. The mission of the organization is to provide a compassionate, caring, and safe environment for those they serve by offering in-home services, companion sitter services, behavioral services, and respite services.…
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Dr. Stephanie Hurt: The Royal Curtain Drama Guild
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Dr. Stephanie Hurt, a vibrant advocate for the arts, is the Founder and Executive Director of the Royal Curtain Drama Guild. Their tagline is: Paving the Way to Broadway, Through Heart, Mind and Community. In addition to highlighting her movement and growth within the performing arts, Dr Stephanie discusses two (2) pageants: The Queen Juneteenth Sc…
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Alvin Atkinson (WSSU-Center for the Study of Economic Mobility)
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Today’s episode is about community engagement and research. As we know, when trying to impact change to create better schools, housing, and community it is necessary to begin with true historical understanding, accurate information, community engagement, and driven leadership. Further, as young people often advise…” You better ask somebody.” Well, …
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Chef Demetrius Rolle is the owner of “Simply Obvious” a catering business that has proudly offered services for elite occasions as well as every day family and community events for over 15 years. According to Chef Demetri “Once you see and taste the food, It's Simply Obvious who you'll use.” We engaged with Chef Demetri on an early fall evening dur…
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In this episode we meet Mr. William A. Fulton, of Winston Salem, NC who has enjoyed traveling to places including Marrakesh and Casablanca in Morocco, along the coast of the Mediterranean and in the wine countries of southern France. He credits these experiences, with intensifying his interest in flavor profiles and juice infusion. We met him at th…
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Dignity Justified visited the Southeastern Contemporary Arts museum in Winston-Salem NC to experience the Freeman Vines Hanging Tree Guitars exhibition organized by the Music Maker Relief Foundation. Thanks to Wendy at SECCA, photographer Tim Duffy and Nick Loss-Eaton, Dignity Justified was able to connect with Mr. Vines, a guitar maker and former …
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Recently Dignity Justified visited the Southeastern Contemporary Arts museum in Winston-Salem NC to experience the Freeman Vines Hanging Tree Guitars exhibition organized by the Music Maker Relief Foundation. Thanks to Wendy at SECCA, photographer Tim Duffy, and Nick Loss-Eaton Dignity Justified was able to connect with Mr. Vines, a guitar maker an…
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Styron Bond Jr. and his siblings thoroughly enjoyed life in their entrepreneurial household in Williamston North Carolina. However, during the summer of 1963, many children and teens of this eastern North Carolina town made sacrifices to participate in 32 consecutive days of direct action protest against segregation that included marches, boycotts,…
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In this episode we meet Dr. William Pruitt, III. At a very young age, Dr. William Pruitt III has enjoyed the experiences of traveling abroad. He has also enjoyed careers allowing him to both indulge in travel and to expose students to the wonders of exploring and delving into the cultures of others. Dr. Pruitt served as Assistant Director for Globa…
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Mr. Effley D. Howell, Sr. is the Founder and CEO of Thankful Heritage Museum located in Kernersville NC. Effley is a collector, genealogist, and historian, who grew a personal collection into Thankful Heritage, Inc. (THI) a 501c3 non-profit organization that features African American artifacts dating back to the 1700’s. According to the museum’s we…
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International Civil Rights Center & Museum
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For many, a turning point in the modern Civil Rights Movement was when four North Carolina Agricultural & Technical College students initiated a Sit In at the segregated lunch counter of F. W. Woolworth’s Department store in Greensboro, NC (1960). That site is now part of the International Civil Rights Center and Museum. Along with restored section…
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In this episode, Calvin and Anita have a conversation with Mrs. Currie Williams, a storyteller, folk artist, and author. She is also known throughout the storytelling world as "The Apple Lady." Listen as Currie delightfully shares information about her introduction to the arts and as she reads from, Middle Children are Special, a children's book wh…
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This episode is the promo for Season One of Dignity Justified, which promotes the cultural heritage of African Americans by showcasing art, artifacts, images and individuals.
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