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Originated in 1987 by Dr. Paul F. Vandergrift as a quarterly investigation into the needs, concerns, and problems of the black community, Black Issues Forum has evolved into a weekly discussion, still representing and addresses the prevailing issues that shape, affect, and define African Americans. Each week, Black Issues Forum presents a diverse panel of guests discussion topics on an unlimited number of topics including politics, social concerns, health, education, justice, entertainment, technology, public policy, media and who’s who. Through weekly discussions, viewers are provided information they can use to hopefully improve their lives and the world around them.
The goals of BLACK ISSUES FORUM are to: a) provide a vehicle for a balanced exchange of views on topics of vital importance to the black community, b) research solutions to problems in the black community, c) inform and educate the target and general audience about solutions and issues that might positively impact the quality of living in North Carolina and the nation. The initial objectives were as follows: to produce quarterly programs for national distribution; to coordinate program content with center programming, outreach, and PBS specials; and to utilize effective partnerships with center staff, departments, and external organizations and individuals to assist with the total production.
Black Issues Forum Key players: Past and present
Dr. Paul F. Vandergrift – Executive Producer, 1987 – 1995
Valeria L. Lee – moderator/host, 1987 – 1995
Jay Holloway – Executive Producer/Moderator 1995 – 2002
Mitchell Lewis and Natalie Bullock Brown – co-hosts since 2002
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