Mona Dougani
Community Engagement ProducerMona Dougani is a community engagment producer with WFAE. Previously, she was an investigative research and reporting fellow and prior to that reported on local issues as part of the Queens University News Service.
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Over the weekend, the Iranian Community of Charlotte hosted the Nowruz Bazaar. -
As of Sunday, about 4.4 million votes have been cast across North Carolina, representing more than half of the state's registered voters. Tuesday, Nov. 5, is the last day for eligible voters to cast their ballots. Here’s what to expect on Election Day and what to know about North Carolina's post-election process. -
This week, we profile EQUALibrium awardee Mike Realon, who received the award for Established Leader in the education category. -
Early voting in South Carolina runs through Saturday, Nov. 2. Since Friday, Oct. 25 half a million people voted early in the state. -
Early voting continues through 3 p.m. on Nov. 2. As of Thursday, more than two million people headed to the polls in North Carolina to cast their ballot. Still, there are concerns and misconceptions about the election. -
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. WFAE has created a supplemental FAQ to answer additional questions voters may have before they head to the polls, including questions we’ve heard from the public. -
Here are some upcoming events in the Charlotte area, and throughout North and South Carolina, which highlight the traditions, history and resilience of Indigenous peoples. -
As summer winds down, fall festival season is here. For those feeling festive and ready to ring in the new season, here are some upcoming community arts and culture events in Charlotte and surrounding areas. -
There’s Still Hope started as an emergency temporary shelter in Rev. Debra Hopkins' one-bedroom apartment. It blossomed into the first transitional housing program in Charlotte specifically designed to serve transgender and nonbinary adults. But after seven years, the organization is closing its doors this month. -
To help those experiencing difficulties in our community, we have compiled a list of volunteer opportunities at various organizations in the area that provide resources such as language classes, legal services, rental, financial, housing and clothing assistance.
