More Than a Century Fighting for Social Justice

(6:25)

with Dr. Keith Motley of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts

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Nov 30, 2020

Dr. Keith Motley shares how the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts empowers the community to overcome racial and social barriers, economic inequities, sexual and domestic violence, employment opportunities, health disparities and more.

Hosted by: Jenny Johnson Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team

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