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Mark Cohn and Shannon Brooks
Mark Cohn serves as the Rabbi at Temple Emanuel, where he focuses on meaningful and engaged Jewish living, a deep love of Israel, and environmental sensitivity. He is a dedicated interfaith leader…
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Ida P. Cathey, L. Todd Burke and Gemma Saluta
Ida P. Cathey was one of the first black students hired at RJ Reynolds in the 1950s. During her 45-year career, she helped integrate schools and was named one of Winston-Salem’s most…
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Courtney Porter and Carlos Bocanegra
Courtney Porter, the driving force behind Positive Image Performing Arts, is committed to providing youth in underserved communities with performing art experiences and education. “Embrace Your Weird!” is Carlos Bocanegra’s ethos. His…
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Rosa Johnson and Anthony Cason Davis-Pait
As founder of Omi’s Oasis Garden Consultants, Rosa Johnson teaches urban farming and life skills to combat food insecurity. She is a grandmother to many, transforming her community through peace, art, unconditional…
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T. Sharee Fowler and Shirley M. Spease
T. Sharee Fowler is a fierce, compassionate changemaker and longtime organizer for women’s rights and educational equity. She teaches nonprofit management and community leadership at Salem College and mentors other social justice…
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Kim Walker and Miranda Jones
Kim Walker is a leader who is laser-focused on serving youth. She founded and leads a non-profit with programs such as S.M.A.R.T. (Students Marking a Right Turn), which supports youth to succeed…
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LaShun Huntley and Susan Kelley Stevens
LaShun Huntley strives to expand healthcare to all people including the medically underserved. He is a leader and mentor with a passion for serving others and helping them reach their greatest potential.…
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Willie Mason, Angela Young and Gabriel Bottazzi
As a minister of music, Willie Mason loves to motivate those around him by “raising the sounds of joy.” He has been a steadfast worker and contributor in Winston-Salem’s tobacco and medical…
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Monica Brown and Doug Lewis
With a focus on the underserved, Monica Brown champions programs for families with young children, and access to medical and mental health services for all. During his 33 years as the headmaster…
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Kiran Kapileshwari and Clara Yountz
A sharp problem-solver and nature lover, Kiran Kapileshwari challenges food insecurity and promotes environmental sustainability in Winston-Salem through urban farming and food education. “Humanity as a whole before self.” Sometimes described as…
