African American Heritage Initiative (AAHI) Meeting July 1 2026

The City of Winston-Salem's African American Heritage Initiative (AAHI) held a meeting on July 1, 2026, primarily focused on community engagement and historical preservation efforts. Due to lack of quorum, approval of minutes was tabled. Key discussions included reminders about collecting memorabilia at community reunions, the offering of an oral history class aligned with AAHI's mission, and ongoing work by interns related to family histories. A commissioner shared a personal story about the YWCA's impact on the community and expressed a desire to preserve that history through interviews and archival recordings. The commission expressed support for facilitating such projects, including recording oral histories and collaborating with local institutions. Administrative updates noted the ongoing hiring process for an outreach and programs administrator. No procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were made during this meeting.