UPCOMING WFAE EVENTS
2/27/2025 - due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been postponed.
"From Africa to America: A Spiritual Musical Journey" will take you on a powerful journey through song, history and hope.
Featuring narration by Frank McGinnis and music by the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Men's Ensemble, this event honors the resilience and musical contributions of the Black community.
"From Africa to America: A Spiritual Musical Journey" will take you on a powerful journey through song, history and hope.
Featuring narration by Frank McGinnis and music by the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Men's Ensemble, this event honors the resilience and musical contributions of the Black community.
The Carolinas are among the most vulnerable regions in the United States to the effects of climate change. From sea-level rise to extreme weather events, the impacts of climate change are reshaping the way people live and work across the region.
The day-long event will include opening and lunch keynotes, panel discussions and networking opportunities to engage with stakeholders from across the region.
Join WFAE and climate experts, community leaders and advocates to explore the impact of climate change in the Carolinas and how people at every level are addressing it.
Learn more about the 2025 Carolinas Climate Summit.
Special thanks to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor:
Wells Fargo
Associate Sponsors:
Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Mazda of South Charlotte
Wake Forest University - Environmental and Epistemic Justice Initiative
The day-long event will include opening and lunch keynotes, panel discussions and networking opportunities to engage with stakeholders from across the region.
Join WFAE and climate experts, community leaders and advocates to explore the impact of climate change in the Carolinas and how people at every level are addressing it.
Learn more about the 2025 Carolinas Climate Summit.
Special thanks to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor:
Wells Fargo
Associate Sponsors:
Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Mazda of South Charlotte
Wake Forest University - Environmental and Epistemic Justice Initiative
The EQUALibrium Awards Gala will honor Charlotte area residents who have made outstanding contributions and impact in advancing issues of equity within our community.
PREVIOUS WFAE EVENTS
The conversation, Voices on Immigration: A Multicultural Panel Discussion will feature a conversation with diverse speakers on the impact of immigration under the new presidential administration.
Join WFAE as we honor the individuals, organizations and companies that are making the Charlotte region more equitable. (Check back soon for nominations and to get tickets.)
Join WFAE and climate experts, community leaders and advocates for a day-long series of sessions exploring the impact of climate change in the Carolinas and how people at every level are addressing it.
Host Tommy Tomlinson will host two special live tapings of his SouthBound podcast with guests talking about the future of Charlotte in front of a live audience.
Join WFAE, PBS FRONTLINE and Firelight Media for the premiere of the "Fractured" documentary screening. The film is based on WFAE's investigation into how those living with mental illness get caught in the chasm between the criminal justice and mental health systems. There will be a reception before the screening and a discussion with film participants afterward.
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We celebrated 25 years of "Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins," WFAE's flagship local radio talk show, with an evening of live performances and tributes. -
Learn about the role of media in shaping immigrant narratives and how we define "American" identity with Jose Antonio Vargas. -
Through WFAE's partnership with Novant Health Foundation, "Advancing Maternal Health Equity" explores all aspects of birth equity and talk about what needs to be done to improve infant and maternal health. -
In honor of Black History Month we will host a community-centered 'songversation'. It will feature a historian to share the importance of Black storytelling, a griot, spoken word artist and musicians. -
A public conversation about disability. Is Charlotte an accessible city for those with disabilities? Do we even know what that would look like? We bring together some folks who do and find out. -
A look at the growing impact and influence of Latinos on the Charlotte Area. The Hispanic population in the state is exploding — up 40% in the last decade with more than 170,000 people in Mecklenburg County alone. This growth is reshaping Charlotte and benefitting the area in many different ways. But this community also has needs that should be addressed. We take a closer look in a special conversation. -
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Community leaders and mentors in the Black community discuss what fatherhood means to them, and what they have learned from their experiences as a father. -
In this episode, we talk about the importance of having therapists who can address cultural, gender, identity or other needs. -
In this episode, we look at how religion and spirituality can work with mental health services to improve a person's well-being.
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In this episode, we talk about mental health care options beyond traditional talk therapy.
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In this episode, we explore how to find affordable options for mental health care with or without insurance.
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We discuss overcoming the stigmas that keep people from accessing mental health care, the early signs that mental health care is needed and how to find the right provider and services.
