Author: Wendy Brawley

Republican politicians in South Carolina and across the country are fighting to keep Critical Race Theory (CRT) out of the public school (K-12) curriculum. But CRT is not taught in any SC public schools. So, what is the big concern? We talked about what’s really happening and why on IMARA TV. Click the show link above to watch.

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Servant Leadership It is admirable to commit to helping and serving others. Service is a high calling but taking on the additional responsibility of leadership is a sacrifice that often comes with few accolades. Women have always been at the forefront of serving others whether in our families, in our church, on our jobs, or in our communities. A servant’s heart is especially true for African American women who often remain in the background while being the rock that helps our brothers achieve. Today, many African American women are stepping out of the background and pursuing leadership roles in politics. …

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IMARA Woman Magazine returns to its renovated studio. Election 2022, surprises and dissapointments. Fairfield County School Superintendent Dr. JR Green has an innovating program to recruit and retain teachers and staff.

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The 19th Annual Health Empowerment Tour took a year to complete due to the pandemic, but “We Made It!” The tour events in Eastover, Pinewood and Laurens, SC were filled with laughter, learning and inspiration! Thank you to everyone who joined us! Special thanks to our Sponsor, Prisma Health.

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Business Game Changers! Being an entrepreneur is not for the faint at heart. It often means long days and nights putting every bit of your energy in the business. But even with all its challenges, owning your own business is absolutely worth it. In this edition, we’re highlighting three game changing Black-owned businesses whose owners are growing their business with unique services and creating opportunity for others. When Christina and Stanley Middleton decided to open their Bed & Breakfast, they set their sights on their hometown rural community. It was risky but they both believed that offering a quaint and…

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22 Years and Counting! Welcome to this very special edition of IMARA Woman Magazine. This edition marks the start of the 22nd year of the publication! It has been a joy to bring you the stories, events and television interviews that highlight our mission—to inform, inspire and empower. We are delighted to celebrate this anniversary milestone in collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), which was there with us from the beginning. At IMARA Woman Magazine, we recognize the importance and the value of good health—mind, body and spirit. The stories in IMARA offer sage…

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