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The Origins of Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Freedom and Achievement

The Origins of Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Freedom and Achievement (5:47)

On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas learned they were free, which led to an annual celebration that's come to be known as Juneteenth.

Christopher Wilson, Director of Experience at the National Museum of American History at the Smithsonian Institute, joins Tetiana Anderson to discuss the true origin and history behind the annual celebration.

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Transgender Rights: Progress and Challenges

Transgender Rights: Progress and Challenges (7:06)

In February 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Equality Act, hailed as landmark legislation that would extend civil rights protections based on gender identity and sexual orientation. At the same time, more than 25 states are considering legislation that will impact rights for transgender Americans.

Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, incoming Executive Director of the National Center for Transgender Equality, joins Tetiana Anderson to discuss progress made and challenges to transgender rights.

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LGBTQ Intersectionality and Identity

LGBTQ Intersectionality and Identity (6:00)

The number of Americans self-identifying as LGBTQ is on the rise. However, sexual orientation and gender identity are just one part of a person’s identity.

Kierra Johnson, Executive Director of the National LGBTQ Task Force, joins Tetiana Anderson for a discussion about identity, intersectionality, and support for nondiscrimination policies.

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Gains in LGBTQ Political Representation

Gains in LGBTQ Political Representation (5:57)

2020 saw more openly LGBTQ candidates than ever before run for public office, resulting in the highest level of LGBTQ representation in government, to date. At the time of this interview, there were more than 200 known LGBTQ appointees in the Biden administration.

Ruben Gonzales, Executive Director of the LGBTQ Victory Institute, joins Tetiana Anderson to discuss the gains made in LGBTQ representation.

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LGBTQ Health Inequities

LGBTQ Health Inequities (6:15)

A recent KFF report suggests that LGBT populations may have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.

Dr. Scott Nass, President of GLMA, Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality, joins Tetiana Anderson to discuss health vulnerabilities and inequities as they relate to LGBTQ communities.

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Securing LGBTQ Nondiscrimination Protections Nationwide

Securing LGBTQ Nondiscrimination Protections Nationwide (6:47)

At the time of this interview, 21 U.S. states have explicit protections for LGBTQ Americans. In the remaining 29 states, it is legal to be denied employment, housing, and public accommodations on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Kasey Suffredini, CEO and National Campaign Director of Freedom for All Americans, joins Tetiana Anderson to discuss efforts to secure LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections nationwide.

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Pioneering America's Gay Rights Movement

Pioneering America's Gay Rights Movement (7:27)

The 1969 Stonewall riots are widely recognized as a catalyst of the modern movement for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer equality. Fifty years later, what is the status of LGBTQ rights?

Mark Segal, LGBTQ activist, journalist and publisher of Philadelphia Gay News, reflects on the history of the LGBTQ equality movement and the status of LGBTQ rights today.

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Tackling LGBTQ Poverty and Food Insecurity

Tackling LGBTQ Poverty and Food Insecurity (6:11)

A report by The Williams Institute reveals that more than one in four LGBTQ adults lacked the funds to feed themselves or their families in 2016. Tyrone Hanley, Senior Policy Counsel at the National Center for Lesbian Rights, shares his experience being raised by a single, LGBTQ parent and how his organization is working to eliminate poverty and food insecurity in the LGBTQ community.

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College Readiness and Workforce Development Programs for Delaware Teens

College Readiness and Workforce Development Programs for Delaware Teens (6:16)

Anesha Truesdale, from the YMCA of Delaware, discusses their opportunities for teens including college readiness programs and workforce development opportunities. June 18, 2021.

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Empowering Families Through Childhood Education

Empowering Families Through Childhood Education (3:50)

For more than three decades one South Florida nonprofit has taken on the mission of providing early childhood education programs for thousands of underserved children in the community. The Guatemalan-Maya Center empowers migrant children and their families in finding their foothold in the U.S. Assistant Executive Director Mariana Blanco discusses.

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Averting Learning Losses For Underserved Students

Averting Learning Losses For Underserved Students (5:09)

Hundreds of children call the Milagro Center in Palm Beach County home. The organization focuses its efforts on providing social and academic needs in the underserved community. President and CEO Barbara Stark talks about their work.

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The Origins of Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Freedom and Achievement

The Origins of Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Freedom and Achievement (5:47)

On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas learned they were free, which led to an annual celebration that's come to be known as Juneteenth.

Christopher Wilson, Director of Experience at the National Museum of American History at the Smithsonian Institute, joins Tetiana Anderson to discuss the true origin and history behind the annual celebration.

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The Zoo Animals and COVID-19

The Zoo Animals and COVID-19 (6:41)

Zoos were among the highest impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Sarah Tsitso, Executive Director, of TheZoo in Forest Park and Education Center,talks about the Zoo's dedication to education, conservation, and rehabilitation .

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Enriching the Lives of People with Disabilities

Enriching the Lives of People with Disabilities (7:14)

Vicki Landers, Founder and CEO of Disability Pride PA, discusses how her organization works to enrich the lives of people with disabilities and special needs through education, advocacy and special events. Recorded June 2, 2021.

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Empowering Youth Through Music

Empowering Youth Through Music (5:21)

Beyond The Natural Foundation uses music education and performance to provide expressive therapy and inspiration to serve the youth. Their Executive Director Robert Levine tells Elena Russo about their academic programs and summer camp.

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Art With a Heart

Art With a Heart (6:17)

Art with a Heart has been serving the community by providing educational, creative, and inspirational art programs to the community for over 20 years. Their Executive Director Randi Pupkin tells Elena Russo about their workforce development program and Public Art initiatives.

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Helping Students to Succeed in School and Life

Helping Students to Succeed in School and Life (7:55)

COVID-19 changed the way kids interact with caring adults at school. But as Darryl Bundrige, Executive Director and Vice President for City Year Philadelphia, explains virtual connections during the pandemic still help students to build strong relationships and thrive. Recorded May 21, 2021.

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The Impact of Trauma on Children and Families during the Pandemic

The Impact of Trauma on Children and Families during the Pandemic (7:59)

Gina Hernandez, Executive Director, Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey and the Child Wellness Institute discusses childhood trauma, the impact of the pandemic on children and resources in place to help. Recorded May 21, 2021

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Closing the Racial Equity Gap

Closing the Racial Equity Gap (5:22)

According to a 2018 Kellogg study the State of Michigan stood to gain 96 billion dollars if the racial equity gap was closed. Charity Dean, President and CEO of the Metro Detroit Black Business Alliance discusses the importance of closing the racial equity gap.

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Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Sport

Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Sport (6:10)

John Shippen (1879-1968) was the first-ever American-born Golf Professional and the first-ever Black Golf Professional. Ebony Walls, Philanthropy and Partnership Manager for Rocket Mortgage Classic discusses the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the sports industry.

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Cracking the Code: Accessing Tech's NextGen

Cracking the Code: Accessing Tech's NextGen (13:42)

Founder of Code Black Indy, Inc., Kalvin Jones, discusses the untapped potential of tech's next generation within underserved communities and how he is working to showcase burgeoning talent.

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Advancing Women's Equality

Advancing Women's Equality (7:37)

Allison Titman, Executive Director of the Alice Paul Institute discusses the organization’s work to advance women’s equality and educate a new generation of leaders. Recorded May 5, 2021.

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Military Education and Leadership

Military Education and Leadership (6:38)

Norwich University, founded to create a better citizen-soldier and ensure an officer Corps in the military that`s representative of the national population, is a leader in business, government and military education. President, Dr. Mark Anarumo explains.

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A Safe Alternative

A Safe Alternative (5:25)

Van Brooks, Executive Director of Safe Alternative Foundation for Education tells Elena Russo about how they transformed their after-school learning pod into a full day program during the pandemic and their new workforce development center.

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