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A new health education partnership seeks to address NC’s nursing shortage 

A new partnership between UNC Wayne Health and Scholars Network provides incentives for students interested in entering the field of nursing. For years, the state has struggled with a substantial nursing shortage, with more than 17,000 nurses needed over the next decade to meet the demands of the state’s aging and growing population.

Dr. Sam Maron, founder, Scholars Network

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Day One Relief aims to reach those most in need, following natural disasters

A Durham-based organization founded in the wake of 2018’s Hurricane Florence provides emergency aid to communities that are least likely to be prioritized, including rural and low-income communities and communities of color.

Jil Christensen, founder, president/CEO, Day One Relief

Courtney Patterson, board chair, Day One Relief

0:33:00

A look back at HB-2

Ten years ago, North Carolina was embroiled in the battle over HB-2 – also known as “the bathroom bill.” Rev. Dr. MacHenry Schafer II and Katy Schafer are the parents of Hunter Schafer -- now a famous actress and model. Back in 2016, Hunter was one of the plaintiffs in a lawsuit challenging the law. Leoneda Inge talks with Mac and Katy about how their faith guided their advocacy for Hunter and the other plaintiffs, and how they look back at the impact of HB-2.

Rev. Dr. MacHenry Schafer II and Katy Schafer, parents of Hunter Schafer