Julie Baker Finck, Ph.D.

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President, Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation

Posted Aug 29, 2016

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Confronting LGBTQ Youth Suicide in America

Confronting LGBTQ Youth Suicide in America - 6:24

For LGBTQ people ages 10 to 24, suicide is a leading cause of death. David Johns, Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition, sheds light on efforts to advance acceptance and empowerment of black LGBTQ students.

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Advocating for America’s Foster Youth

Advocating for America’s Foster Youth - 6:39

Each year, more than 20,000 youth transition out of foster care systems without ever having found a permanent family.

Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif., is Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. Bass discusses bipartisan efforts to advocate on behalf of America’s foster youth.

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Hands off Home Rule

Hands off Home Rule - 3:23

The Florida state constitution confers broad Home Rule powers to municipalities. Some local officials believe this rule is under attack by some in the state’s legislature. In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank Ortis speaks about the merits of this rule and why it should be preserved.

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Transformation

Transformation - 4:35

A Safe Haven Foundation is a 501(c)3 not for profit, social enterprise that helps people aspire,
transform and sustain their lives as they transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency with
pride and purpose. A Safe Haven provides the tools for each individual to overcome the root
causes of homelessness through a holistic and scalable model. A Safe Haven’s visible social
and economic impact unites families, stabilizes neighborhoods, and creates vibrant, viable
communities.

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