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Achieving Native American Visibility

Achieving Native American Visibility - 5:14

Native Americans are underrepresented in education, employment and elected office.

Janeen Comenote, Executive Director of the National Urban Indian Family Coalition, discusses barriers that exist to increased representation and how allies and advocates can advance equity.

COVID-19 Impact on Indian Country

COVID-19 Impact on Indian Country - 8:23

Native communities in the U.S. have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with higher rates of infection and death.

Dallin Maybee, Assistant Director of Development for the Native American Rights Fund, discusses why some tribal communities are at higher risk compared to the general population and outlines mitigation efforts to limit the spread of the virus.

Reclaiming Native Truth

Reclaiming Native Truth - 6:58

Advocates say Native Americans are underrepresented across many fronts, and what little is reflected, is often coupled with myths and misconceptions.

Michael Roberts, President and CEO of First Nations Development Institute, discusses common misconceptions, and how advocates are working to create change.

Unsung Heroes: Women in Military Service

Unsung Heroes: Women in Military Service - 7:41

More than 3 million women have served in the U.S. Armed Forces since the American Revolutionary War.

Phyllis Wilson, President of the Military Women’s Memorial, delves into the untold stories of these heroes and details the only major national memorial honoring all servicewomen — past, present and future.

Support for Women Veterans

Support for Women Veterans - 5:48

Currently, there are more than 2 million American women veterans. Some report feeling their service is often less recognized than that of men, impacting their self-identity as vets. How is VA working to make sure women veterans receive full equity and access to services?

Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd, Executive Director of the VA Center for Women Veterans, shares some of the unique challenges faced by women after they leave military service and services available to help.

COVID-19 and Veteran Suicide Prevention

COVID-19 and Veteran Suicide Prevention - 7:17

Isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic poses a mental health threat to many, including military and veteran communities. A national effort is underway to intervene and provide support to all communities of veterans — including those in the LGBTQ community.

Jennifer Dane, Executive Director of the Modern Military Association of America, discusses nationwide efforts to combat a rising suicide rate among our nation’s military service members and veterans.

Honoring the Service of Chinese American WWII Veterans

Honoring the Service of Chinese American WWII Veterans - 7:31

More than 18,000 Chinese American men and women enlisted or served in the U.S. military during World War II.

Maj. Gen. Robert G.F. Lee, of the Chinese American World War II Recognition Project, shares the significance of this population of veterans, from their time in service to a forthcoming major Congressional honor.

Tribes, Treaties and U.S. Law

Tribes, Treaties and U.S. Law - 6:18

According to the Bureau of Land Management, about 56 million acres of land are held in trust by the federal government for Native American tribes and individuals.

Natalie Landreth of the Native American Rights Fund outlines efforts underway to preserve tribes’ sovereignty, including their political status and legal rights as governments.

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Rebuilding Together DC Alexandria

Rebuilding Together DC Alexandria - 5:28

Katharine Dixon, President and CEO for Rebuilding Together DC Alexandria tells Elena Russo about how their organization has pivoted during this pandemic and how they are adapting to meet their clients needs.

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Computer CORE

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Since 1999, Computer CORE has provided professional computer skill training to underserved adults. Their Executive Director Donna Walker James discusses their transition to online training and the impact the pandemic has had on their organization with Elena Russo.

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Serving the Community with Edu-Futuro

Serving the Community with Edu-Futuro - 6:27

Elena Russo is joined by Jorge Figueredo, Executive Director of Edu-Futuro to discuss how their organization had to pivot to service the community during the pandemic and how their emerging leaders program for kids is adapting to a virtual environment.

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Special Olympics Virginia

Special Olympics Virginia - 4:46

There are over 500 Virginia schools that participate in unified sports. Special Olympics Virginia is at the forefront of the movement towards inclusion. Their Senior Director of Development, Ellen Head tells Elena Russo about how they are using sports to inspire the first unified generation.

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Easterseals DC MD VA

Easterseals DC MD VA - 6:41

Easterseals DC MD VA reaches tens of thousands of children and adults throughout the region. Their Vice President of Development Darnell Burtin sits down with Elena Russo to discuss the variety of services they offer from childhood development to veteran services.

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Henrico Education Foundation

Henrico Education Foundation - 5:10

Elena Russo speaks with Henrico Education Foundation CEO Mike Taylor about their COVID response fund and how they are supporting innovative grant to help support remote learning.

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Investing in Early Education

Investing in Early Education - 5:14

The Child and Family Network Centers is a network of 8 free, high-quality bi-lingual preschools that provide low-income children with the tools they need to succeed in school and in life. Their Executive Director Jackie Horstmann Didio tells Elena Russo about their strong connection to the community they serve.

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The ARC of Northern Virginia

The ARC of Northern Virginia - 3:57

Lucy Beadnell, Director of Advocacy for The ARC of Northern Virginiaj joins Elena Russo to discuss the free services they offer to people with developmental disabilities and their support network. Additionally, they discuss the TravelMate program, which provides virtual support to individuals with cognitive challenges to be more independent while traveling.

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