El Paso Public Forum

Segment 1: Men! It's that time of the year again to get your heels ready to take a walk against domestic abuse. The YWCA 17th Annual Walk A Mile In her Shoes is happening Thursday, October 22nd. Starting at San Jacinto Plaza, men from all over the city will put on their high heels and walk in solidarity to raise funds for the YWLCA Transitional Living Center, or TLC. This shelter supports women and children by providing housing, childcare, help finding work and getting an education, and much more.Amber Banda talks with Valerie Garcia, Vice President for the YWCA Board (El Paso Del Norte Region), and Chairperson for the 2026 Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, as well as Daniel Veale, Chairperson for the Men's Advisory Council for the 2026 Walk A Mile In Her Shoes..Listen as they reminisce about memories from childhood at their local YWCA, explain what happens at the TLC, talk about survivor stories, and how you can take a stand against domestic abuse..The 17th Annual Walk A Mile In Her ShoesThursday October 22nd at San Jacinto Plaza in downtown El PasoRegistration starts at 5pm when the park opens, walk begins at 6pm.Visit YWCAElPaso.org for more info and follow them on social media!___________________________________________________________________________________________Segment 2: El Paso Center for Diabetes, Step Out for Diabetes 1 Mile Walk and 5K.Do you know someone with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabates? Do you know what your A1C or blood glucose is and why that's important? The El Paso Center for Diabetes offers FREE A1C and blood glucose screenings, free resources, nutrition education, youth programs and more..Amber Banda talks with Maria Orozco, Diabetes Youth Camp Director and Nutritionist for the El Paso Center for Diabetes. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and during this month they will be having their Step Out for Diabetes 1 Mile Walk and 5K. Join them Saturday, November 7th starting at 8am at Serve El Paso, located at 1633 Cimarron Emporium on the west side of El Paso. .To register, donate, or learn more, go to epdiabetes.org WATCH US ON YOUTUBE! @AmberBanda915 NEW EPISODES EVERY SUNDAY AT 8AM! You can also follow @amberbanda915, 2963KHEY Country, @Power102 and @Sunny999 on Instagram and/or Facebook for pictures of our guests and leave a comment. Be a part of the good going on in our community!

Segment 1: Run Internacional presented by the El Paso Community Foundation.Two countries, two cities, one finish line. The 8th edition of the Run Internacional: US-Mexico 10K is back and bigger than ever! If you are in your running marathon era this year and lucky enough to live in El Paso, you can be a part of the ONLY U.S.-Mexico 10k....how cool is that?!.Amber Banda talks with Stephanie Acosta, Program Officer for the El Paso Community Foundation. They talk about the 10k, race route, registration, prizes, and more. There will be crowds cheering on both sides, mariachis, speeches, vendors, a parade, entertainment and so much more to celebrate our border city culture and because of the demand, they are increasing the number of participants to 5,000!.Registration starts October 24th, so set your reminders because this race is expected to sell out. The Run is April 4th, 2027. Register at international10k.com_______________________________________________________________________________________________Segment 2: El Paso, TX, Chapter of The Links, Incorporated..On Saturday October 17th, the El Paso Texas Chapter of The Links, Incorporated invites you to The White Par-Tee on the Green at Butterfield Trail Golf Course from 5-10pm. There will be live entertainment, dancing, a delicious Italian Dinner, vendors, and funds raised go back towards the programs for The Links local chapter..Amber Banda talks with April Frowner, President, and Chrishlynn Winchester, Philanthropy Chair and Services To Youth Chair, for the El Paso (TX) Chapter The Links, Incorporated. The Links is looking to expand their community footprint in El Paso and offer their programs to as many people as possible to foster a better community. Their programs include Services To Youth, Health & Human Services, National Trends and Services, International Trends and Services, and the Arts. There are various volunteer opportunities for people to participate in or take advantage of. Listen to this segment to see what works best for you and your organization!.For more information on the El Paso (TX) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and to purchase tickets to their event, go to eptxlinksinc.org and follow them on social media.  WATCH US ON YOUTUBE! @AmberBanda915 NEW EPISODES EVERY SUNDAY AT 8AM! You can also follow @amberbanda915, 2963KHEY Country, @Power102 and @Sunny999 on Instagram and/or Facebook for pictures of our guests and leave a comment. Be a part of the good going on in our community!

Segment 1: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!.Do you know someone with a disability in El Paso having a hard time finding employment? Then this is the segment for you! PRIDE Industries has been helping people with disabilities find employment opportunities and shift the work paradigm since 1966. .Amber Banda talks with Darelyn Pazdel, Senior Vice President of Workforce Inclusion for PRIDE Industries, a California based company with a large footprint here in the Sun City at Ft. Bliss. They can help locals find various jobs, get various trainings, and help secure employment on base, with or without having a military background..Listen to learn how you can apply, programs offered, and the benefits of having a more inclusive workplace as an employer. .Call 844- I AM ABLE (426-2253) or visit PRIDEIndustries.com for more information._______________________________________________________________________________________Segment 2: NAMI Walks in El Paso.NAMI of El Paso is a grassroots organization of volunteers dedicated to changing El Paso's experience and understanding of serious mental health conditions..Amber talks again with Isidro Torres, MBA, Executive Director for NAMI EP. They are having a huge event coming up Saturday October 10th at Ascarate Park. It is their "NAMI Walks El Paso," a massive walk to come together and create support. The walk will go twice around the lake. Registration starts at 8am, opening ceremonies start at 9:30 am and the walk starts at 10am. Registration is free..Go to NAMIEP.org for more informationCrisis Hotline: 988 or (915) 779-1800211: Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services_______________________________________________________________________________________________El Paso Villa Maria is having a Wine & Tapas fundraising event October 8th from 6-10pm. For more information and to purchase tickets please go to elpasovillamaria.org WATCH US ON YOUTUBE! @AmberBanda915 NEW EPISODES EVERY SUNDAY AT 8AM! You can also follow @amberbanda915, 2963KHEY Country, @Power102 and @Sunny999 on Instagram and/or Facebook for pictures of our guests and leave a comment. Be a part of the good going on in our community!

Segment 1: Come Par-Tee with a Purpose with Western Tech!.Growing up I wish I knew how much value there actually is in learning a trade and trade schools. They take less time, are more flexible with your schedule, and can cost significantly less than a traditional University..Western Technical College has been in El Paso for over 56 years. In this interview I chat with Lynda King, Marketing Director for Western Tech in El Paso Texas, about their various degrees, scholarships, and about my college experience. .They are having their 2nd Annual Golf Classic, "Par-Tee With A Purpose," Friday October 16th at Butterfield Trail Golf Course. Tee off is at 8:30am with a reception to follow in the afternoon. Funds raised will go to the Paso del Norte Community Foundation and to help fund scholarships for their students..Visit www.westertech.edu for more information on the golf tournament, classes, and more. _______________________________________________________________________________________________Segment 2: 4th Annual Family Justice and Wellness Conference with the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence.The Center Against Sexual and Family Violence, (CASFV), is a well-known organization here in the Sun City helping women, men and children who are victims and survivors of domestic abuse. Here I am talking with Sandra Garcia, Executive Director for the CASFV, about their free resources to the community including the family resource center, rape crisis center, educational presentations for various age groups, community outreach opportunities, volunteer victim advocacy training and more..On October 13th they are having their 4th Annual Family Justice and Wellness Conference. This conference will bring together various mental health organizations, people who work in legal, victim advocacy, law enforcement, social work professionals and many more, all under one roof to help YOU. Th event will be Oct 13-15 at the Summit Ballroom Conference Center located at 120 N Festival Dr. The event is free, but you must go to CASFV.org to register..24 hours crisis hotline: 915-593-7300 or 1-800-727-0511 WATCH US ON YOUTUBE! @AmberBanda915 NEW EPISODES EVERY SUNDAY AT 8AM! You can also follow @amberbanda915, 2963KHEY Country, @Power102 and @Sunny999 on Instagram and/or Facebook for pictures of our guests and leave a comment. Be a part of the good going on in our community!

Segment 1: Rudolph Helping Hands, an Initiative from Rudolph Auto Group.Rudolph Helping Hands was created to give back to the 915 community, and they're back at it with their 3rd Annual Run!.Amber Banda talks with Board Directors Danielle Alva and Heather Hinojos about past events and how this organization has been helping since its inception in 2021. .Join them this year for their 3rd Annual "Changing Lives in the 915" 5K and 1 mile walk, this year benefitting the Apple Trea Creative Center. Saturday, October 1st at The Elmont event center on the west side, 240 W Castellano, at 5:30pm. This will be an evening run with beautiful views and an afterparty! Trophies for various age groups and much more. Sign up at rudolphhelpinghands.com.Find them on social media @RudolphHelpingHands, and see their interview on YouTube @amberbanda915 ________________________________________________________________________________________________Segment 2: Diligentz MC & Protect All Children, Inc..The bikers are back at it again! Amber Banda talks with Tools, President of Diligentz MC, and Big Monkey, Sgt at Arms for Diligentz MC. Learn the story behind the creation of this organization, their road names, their back patch, and what they do for the children in our community..They are inviting the community to their 1st Annual Bike Run on Saturday, October 3rd. Event starts with registration at the American Legion Post 58 in the Northeast, (4724 Vulcan Avenue) from 10am-12pm. 2nd and final stop at the VFW on 9170 Cananea from 12pm-5pm. Registration is $15pp or $20 per couple. Proceeds to benefit Children of Diligentz. .No matter how many wheels you take to get there, you are invited to go support! For more information, find them on Instagram and Facebook @diligentz, or email [email protected] for more information. WATCH US ON YOUTUBE! @AmberBanda915 NEW EPISODES EVERY SUNDAY AT 8AM! You can also follow @amberbanda915, 2963KHEY Country, @Power102 and @Sunny999 on Instagram and/or Facebook for pictures of our guests and leave a comment. Be a part of the good going on in our community!