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Join the Movement

February 28, 2023 | By

Tivi Jones

Our Ecosystem Builders in Residence and Councils have been working hard on their pilots, creative projects designed to catalyze a thriving Black business culture. Forward Cities has jumpstarted each...

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The Black Economic Renaissance: History in the Making

February 27, 2023 | By

Fay Horwitt

It’s February. Every year since stepping into a leadership role at Forward Cities, when this month rolls around, I have felt pulled to share a written reflection in honor...

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Black Business Past, Present and Future

February 13, 2023 | By

Tivi Jones

Forward Cities in partnership with the Truist Foundation, launched our Black Wall Street Forward (BWSF) pilot program in North Carolina late last year. Here’s what we’ve been up to...

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Uplifting Black Excellence in Durham

February 10, 2023 | By

Nutishia Lee

We are grateful for the opportunity to uplift and honor Black excellence in Durham as we support and amplify Black-owned businesses this month and throughout the year.

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