Unity in Community - UiC - North Meck

Join us and the community for a Juneteenth Celebration at the Ada Jenkins Center! ✊🏾

This important event is a powerful opportunity for our community to gather for education and meaningful engagement. You can look forward to an evening showcasing local organizations and businesses, followed by a special program and celebration in the gymnasium.

📍 Ada Jenkins Center | 212 Gamble Street, Davidson, NC
⏰ Friday, June 19th | 5:30–8:30 PM
✅ Family-friendly program and community celebration!

🔗 www.uic-nmeck.org/upcoming-events

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎶

☀️ The heat was intense, but it couldn't stop the joy.

This weekend at Huntersville Pride, we witnessed what community looks like: smiles, hugs, kindness, new friendships, and people showing up for one another. From the Free Mom Hugs booth to local organizations like Inclusion Community sharing resources and support, the day was filled with connection, acceptance, and celebration.

The festival brought together community partners, vendors, and families in a welcoming space for everyone.

We're grateful to be part of a community where inclusion isn't just a word—it's something people live out every day.
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Join us and the community for Huntersville Pride in the Park! 🌈

This event is a great opportunity for you to meet new people and show your support for the LGBTQ+ community here in North Mecklenburg County. Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music from local artists, tasty food from food trucks, unique items from small businesses, and meaningful engagement with LGBTQ+ support organizations in a welcoming atmosphere for all.

📍 Veterans Park | 201 Huntersville-Concord Road
⏰ June 14th | 1:00-6:00 PM
✅ Family-friendly activities and community celebration!

🔗 www.uic-nmeck.org/upcoming-events

We can’t wait to see you there! 🤩

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Celebrating is only the beginning—at Unity in Community, we believe in turning that sentiment into systemic change.

Our advocacy for our LGBTQ+ neighbors in Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville is centered on ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are baked into the structures of our communities. True belonging means everyone has what they need to thrive.

Help us push for this change—share this post to your story and help us advocate for a more inclusive North Meck! 🏳️‍🌈

We are honored to celebrate the exceptional individuals and organizations who have dedicated their time and passion to strengthening our community. Please join us in thanking and congratulating our recent award recipients! 🌟

🏆 Jim Simpson, recipient of the Lenzy R. Wallace Jr. Excellence Award, for his unwavering commitment to advocacy, education, engagement, and collaboration.

🏆 Brownicity, recipient of the Lenzy R. Wallace Jr. Excellence Award, for their outstanding contributions and organizational impact within our community.

🏆 Lydia Lorenzin, recipient of the UIC President’s Award, for her leadership as the former chair of the Supporters Committee and her tireless efforts to foster empathy and inclusivity.

Thank you all for your inspiring dedication to our mission and for being such vital parts of the Unity in Community team! 🤝

Our Unity Session is just one day away! Don't miss this pivotal moment to witness our latest impact report and celebrate community excellence at the Lenzy R. Wallace Award presentation.

We need your voice and presence to keep the momentum going for real, local change.🫂

🔗 Learn more here: www.uic-nmeck.org/upcoming-events

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North Carolina’s mental health system is at a breaking point. ⚠️

Far too many of our neighbors in crisis are being funneled into jails or stuck in emergency rooms for days, not because they are criminals, but because they can’t access timely, specialized care.

This isn't just a policy failure—it’s a human one. Families, advocates, and healthcare workers are calling for two critical reforms to fix our broken infrastructure: modernizing our crisis response and prioritizing true community re-entry.

Swipe through to see the specific changes we’re fighting for. Then, let us know: which of these reforms do you think our local leaders should prioritize first? 💬

Today, we pause to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave everything for our country. Their service stands as a reminder of the weight of our democracy and the ongoing responsibility we share to protect and strengthen it.

​At Unity in Community, we believe that the best way to honor this sacrifice is to work toward a society where the promises of freedom and equality are truly realized for every neighbor—regardless of their background or zip code. Today, we reflect on their valor and renew our commitment to building a future that is worthy of their service. 🇺🇸

​Wishing our community a day of peaceful reflection and remembrance.

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, the official theme is "More Good Days, Together." For us in Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville, this is a reminder that we cannot achieve true belonging until every neighbor has the resources they need to thrive, not just survive. Building a supportive community means breaking down barriers to care, sharing what wellness looks like for us, and connecting each other to the right support at the right time.

Until mental health equity is real for those most impacted, it isn't real for anyone. Let's look out for one another and build those supportive spaces together. 🤝

Help us spread the word—share this post to remind a neighbor in North Meck that they don’t have to carry the weight alone.