People on the move old fort (potmof)

People on the Move for Old Fort is a newly formed Black-led community collaborative in Old Fort, NC. Although our community comprises over 30% of the population, we have been rendered invisible and excluded from decision-making spaces for generations. As one community member said, “Our souls are in the dirt here, but that is not reflected in the dominant historical narrative of the town.”  The purpose of our work is to rebuild a sense of pride in our community, reclaim public spaces, and create more visibility of Black leadership in Old Fort.

mission

The mission of People on the Move for Old Fort is to build relationships between historic Black neighborhoods, hold elected leaders accountable, and engage residents in community building efforts that result in a more inclusive and equitable town. 

Our strategies include: 

• Bring visibility to the assets, challenges, and leadership of Black communities in Old Fort; 

• Advocate for equitable community development initiatives; and 

• Build a multi-racial movement to uproot entrenched power structures and advance health equity for all.  

Our community priorities include: 

• Youth Engagement

• Business Development

• Civic Engagement

• Leadership Development

Contact Paula Swepson for more information- paula@westmarion.org