Breaking the Poverty Cycle in Detroit

with Shawn H. Wilson of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan

70% of youth born in poverty stay in poverty. Shawn H. Wilson of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan, joins host Laurel Hess to talk about the importance of breaking the poverty cycle in Detroit.

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Feb 04, 2020

Hosted by: Laurel Hess
Produced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team
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