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Sister's from pane A1 open to the public, will be at the Malloy/Jordan Heritage Center Library, I I10 E. Seventh St.. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature representatives from Family Services, the Winston-Salem Police Department's Domestic Violence Unit, the Hidden Jewel Project of N.C. and several domestic abuse sur vivors. "Even though it is a tough topic, we want to be able to. open up a place for the dialogue to begin," Archia said. "We want to get the conversation started and let them know about the resources that are avail able." Latisha Alford worked with Bethea and participat ed alongside her in the exercise group Black Girls Run! "She was a very chipper person, always smiling and was always a very positive person," Alford said. "She was always up for a challenge on the pavement. One of her favorite routes was a very hilly route, that most people don't like, but she loved that route." A 1 f o r d thinks running was a release for Bethea. who she says was empowered to help other women see the benefits of exercise and sisterhood - hallmarks of BGR! "She saw something in Black Girls Run! that she liked. This was an outlet for Cheryl, and she came to take advantage of it." BGR! has partnered with the Bethea family and other organizations to bring awareness to domestic violence. Alford said educating the public is essential. Archia agrees. In talking to survivors, Archia found that many abused women don't know that there are shelters and other resources available to them. "We want to provide the resources and connec tions. Then we want to get them in a safe place and create the conversations that can led to their spiritual, physical and emotional healing." she said. "Some women don't know about shelters, how to get a 50-B (restraining order), and don't even know that the police department has a domestic violence unit. Part of this is just making them aware and educating them on what is available." Archia said she also wants women to know that that there is a community that will stand with them. "They are not alone, and they didn't do anything wrong. We are here as fellow sisters, and there are women that care about them and their safety enough to be able to be available in the event that they need assistance," she said. For more information, email chosenvesselconsult ing@gmail.com or look for the organization on Face book at vvvvw facebook.com/wsimmysisterskeeper. File Pholo Latisha Alford JB&AN BAPTIST CHURCH Rflp^i Wtct Mack, Jt, Putor tod Teacher ? jM $ tX\.A ji' ACMMmj 4m1Stk I*S+wLkrU,SjC. aJkon <?kow cSunday, Octo&zx 26, 20J4 4:00 fm Pinion HBahtiit CLiiot, IJjatl mJ Uij Said Jji&L ] JatllonShoa totneuau of all fount of mux and atehati dfa* tad Womin Suwiuou! IV*+u*L. QLl?J srimm foi victoiu > ifj&la d?icihtioH fox Canesi <$iixofooxi! s %r^ f ^nation: (JO Union Baptist Ckurch ? 1200 N. Trnde Street ? Winitoo-Stlem, NC 336.724.9305 ? www.anionknptiitwi8c.org I EusseU's Jfuneral Iconic You are cordially invited I to come and celebrate with Russell's Funeral Home as we commemorate 75 Years of Service I M&ll ? ;;l H ancl clec^ca^^n to Winston-Salem and surrounding communities. Saturday October 25 at 5 pm Union Baptist Church I 1200 North Trade Street ? Winston-Salem, NC Dion Owens & Renaissance Choir, The Queenette Gospel Singers, Keith Byrd & Company and many other guests will be a major part of this celebratory occasion. Please come and share as we celebrate this milestone by our loving founders, Carl H Russell Sr. & Florrie S. Russell. We strive to continue carrying the legacy and motto: "Crowing and Still Dedicated to Serve You Better" This event is free to the public. We ask you to direct any and all donations to the Carl H. & Florrie S. Russell Memorial Scholarship Fund. Warm, grateful and prayerful regards. RUSSELL FUNERAL HOME, INC 336-722-3459 www.MeaningfulFunerals.net -? ?
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