Build 2 Lead, an organization dedicated to transforming the lives of youth through civic engagement and workforce development, recently hosted a Melanin and Medicine event in Federal Way, Washington for young people to explore futures in medical fields.

In a moving appearance on The Mother’s Justice Show on 1150 AM KKNW, community leader and activist Arron Murphy-Paine sat down with guest host Omari Salisbury on Monday to discuss the enduring legacy of his son, Amarr Murphy-Paine, and his journey toward transforming personal grief into community action.

On a recent episode of We Live In Color, host Deaunte Damper sat down with Taylor Freeman, the program manager for the historic Seattle Black Film Festival, to discuss the festival's return this weekend and the importance of supporting Black art.

On a recent episode of “The Day With Trae,” host Trae Holiday welcomed Geordan Newbill, the Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle program director, to explore the impact of equine programs on the youth and community at large. 

Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB) is closing out its 25-26 season with a triple-bill dedicated entirely to Resident Choreographer Jessica Lang, one of the region’s most-celebrated dancemakers.

Philip "Sharp Skills" Jacobs, a multifaceted artist, recently launched The Rebel Residency, the first-ever hip-hop residency in Tacoma, Washington. He recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to dive into it. 

This week on The Mother’s Justice Show, guest host Omari Salisbury welcomed former Washington State Representative Jesse Johnson to discuss his journey from the legislative rotunda back to deep-rooted community advocacy. 

By Ashleigh McCurdy - Last week, I experienced a night chock-full of intention and good vibes: the Men, Wine & Spirits Dinner, hosted by Urban Connoisseurs. Every detail was curated to perfection, every conversation meaningful, and every moment layered with purpose.

On this week’s episode of the Mother’s Justice Show, guest host Omari Salisbury sat down with Appollonia Washington, known affectionately as “Apple,” who shared her journey from growing up in a home daycare to leading major community safety and educational expansions in the neighborhood she calls home.

Sunday, April 19 marked a long-awaited moment of resilience and representation in Skyway, Washington when the community gathered for the grand opening of Black Panther Park, honoring the history and legacy of the Seattle Black Panther chapter. 

Surge Reproductive Justice, led by Executive Director Jackie Vaughn, and My Time for Massage recently hosted a screening of the documentary “The Ebony Canal” at Rainier Arts Center to commemorate Black Maternal Health Week.

Acclaimed pageant queen Diamond St. James recently joined host Deaunte Damper on We Live In Color to share her decade-long journey from the streets of New Orleans to becoming a decorated titleholder in the Pacific Northwest.

By Mead Gill - The organic movement of molten metal, lava, and water could be considered artistic statements in themselves. When Seattle-based jeweler and engineer Dorianne Attiogbé channels them, she fulfills a creative vision that refuses to compromise on heritage or style. 

This week on “The Day with Trae,” host Trae Holiday welcomed Taproot Theatre actor Erica Walker to discuss her theatrical debut in Ain’t Misbehavin’ and the collective power of the Black community in Seattle.

Pacific Northwest Ballet’s annual choreographers’ showcase, NEXT STEP, returns in May for three performances only, establishing its role as a laboratory for movement exploration and discovery in Seattle. 

As local communities encounter new obstacles and struggle for fair representation, platforms like Converge Media demonstrate that Black media is not merely a secondary option; it is a fundamental pillar of our democratic society and communal health. And it’s up to you to help keep the mission alive. 

By Omari Salisbury - The sun was hitting just right yesterday afternoon with the roof wide open at T-Mobile Park, setting the perfect backdrop for a day that felt more like a family reunion than a standard outing at the ballpark.

The Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) is presenting a special traveling exhibition honoring the enduring life and legacy of the legendary R&B vocalist, Luther Vandross, Artistry and Elegance.

On a recent episode of “The Day With Trae,” host Trae Holiday sat down with a man who truly understands the power of manifesting a vision: award-winning Tacoma-based celebrity barber Juice Fades. 

For nearly two decades, Northwest icon Tra’Renee has been a foundational pillar of the media scene in Portland. She has evolved into an Emmy Award-winning host and producer, continually using her distinct voice for community support, joy, and collective uplift.