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statewide mission of advocacy with the invitation for more women to align and engage throughout NC. The day was filled with informative speakers that included:

Efia Nwangaza, Founder/Director of Malcolm X Grassroots Center in Greenville, South Carolina; Lezlee Lumera Colrane, Director of Community

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There were fantastic vendors that showcased natural products to include hemp and CBD, health & beauty, jewelry, vegan food and more. The goal for the event when initially conceived by Imagine This! was to grow and celebrate all things ‘good’ around the

plant and the benefits believed offered for wellness and healing.

Contrary to Federal law and NC law, there are thousands of patients and citizens in NC who believe that Cannabis should be legalized and available without penalty or persecution. Harvest The Good stimulated the conversation and provided all participating with an elevated consciousness in knowledge, an expanded network and increased confidence in knowing that there is a community of others who support the journey.

"Harvest The Good stimulated the conversation and supported all participating with an elevated consciousness in knowledge, an expanded network and increased confidence in knowing that there is a community of others who support the journey."

Wellness Foundation in Charlotte, NC; Katie Moyer, CEO of Kentucky Hemp Works in Crofton, Kentucky; and, Dana West-McElwee, a disabled registered nurse and medical Cannabis activist in Wilmington, NC. These ladies were joined by Walker Spruill, Charlotte NORML and Rebecca Forbes, NCW4C as they shared about the need to increase membership and engage in activities that help the cause.