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The State of Equality for Black Americans Remains Unchanged Since 2005

The state of equality for Black Americans has remained unchanged for more than 15 years, according to the National Urban League’s 2022 Equality Index.

Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League, joins host Tetiana Anderson to discuss how Black Americans are faring today, and how access to voting and civic engagement can advance economic and social mobility.

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11:29

The CROWN Act: Banning Race-Based Hair Discrimination

Many Black women wear their hair in its natural state as a means of self-expression, to connect with cultural roots, and to limit chemical exposure due to health concerns. However,it is currently legal to discriminate against a person in the workplace because of their natural or protective hairstyle in 31 states. According to a 2019 Dove study, Black women are 1.5 times more likely to be sent home from work because of their hair.

Racial equity activist Adjoa B. Asamoah joins host Tetiana Anderson to discuss the CROWN Act – legislation that prohibits race-based hair discrimination in the workplace, schools, and public accommodations.

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8:23

A Coalition Working for a Common Purpose: ‘Full Equality for All’

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights is a coalition of more than 200 organizations that differ in size, scope, and structure.

Maya Wiley, President and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, joins host Tetiana Anderson to share ways that the diverse groups work together to demand an inclusive and fair democracy that works for all Americans.

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7:45

The Benefits of Therapeutic Horseback Riding

Janice Witt, Executive Director of Special Equestrians, discusses the benefits of therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with special needs as well as the organization's on-site and off-site programs for participants of all ages. Recorded January 18, 2023.

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5:19

Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) Centennial

Rachael Glashan Rupisan, Executive Director of the Alice Paul Institute, discusses her organization’s efforts to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, their programs to educate a new generation of leaders, and how the non-profit works to preserve the birthplace of Alice Paul. Recorded January 18, 2023.

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6:08

"The More We Engage Them While They're Incarcerated The More They Come Back...

For MassHire Holyoke Career Center, the average placement rate for someone in the re-entry and recovery program who works with the career center upon release is about 68 percent. The Re-entry and Recovery program's Executive Director, Ramona Reno, explains.

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5:36

How Shining A Light On American History Builds A Brighter Future

"We really can't escape our history. Whether we talk about it or not, it's there. And the things that brought us to present day do still matter." Old North Illuminated Executive Director, Nikki Stewart, talks of the importance of studying history.

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6:00

Food For People Who Are Suffering From Food Insecurity

Food for Free serves over 150,000 individuals in Eastern MA annually through its several programs that provide fresh produce, meat, eggs, pantry staples, frozen meals and more to communities in need. Food for Free VP of Programs, Stephanie Smith explains.

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5:44

This Organization Provides Help For Homeless NH Youth

"About 70% of those youths have left home because they are either being physically or sexually abused at home. So for them, living on the streets, with all of its risks, is a safer place." Executive Director of Stepping Stones, Kathy Farland, explains.

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5:46

People Helping People Who Need Durable Medical Equipment

Quincy Helping Hand accepts donated durable medical equipment to then distribute to community members in need. The program's founder, State Representative Bruce Ayers, explains how people are helping people age in place and have better quality of life.

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5:36

Preventing Brain Aneurysm Ruptures; Education, Awareness, Research

"There's one of 50 people walking around the United States with an unruptured brain aneurysm, 30,000 people a year rupture, and half of those people will die." The Brain Aneurysm Foundation's Christine Buckley talks early detection and prevention.

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6:15

Initiatives to further Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access to the Arts

Lloyd Freeman, Trustee for the Philadelphia Ballet, discusses the company’s initiatives to further diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to dance including sensory friendly performances, lower ticket prices, free special events, educational outreach and working to ensure the Philadelphia Ballet reflects the diversity of the City of Philadelphia both on and off the stage. Recorded January 6, 2023.

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7:00

Archives and our Local History

Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon discusses the types of records stored by the Clerk’s office, including property records that date to the late 1600s. She also discusses her office’s annual history day and preparation for America’s 250th anniversary. Recorded January 6, 2023.

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7:47

The Impact of Flooding and Resiliency Planning

Andrew Nowick, the Mayor of the City of Lambertville, discusses the impact of Hurricane Ida on the community, the ways the city is working to mitigate future storms, the concept of a stormwater utility and Lambertville as a destination. Recorded January 6, 2023.

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6:44

Veteran Focused Legislation

New Jersey State Senator Troy Singleton discusses veterans related bills including one that would rehabilitate housing for homeless veterans and another that would establish a pilot program to provide an alternative route for veterans to become teachers. The Senator also discusses his monthly service projects where the public can work to make a difference with local organizations. Recorded January 6, 2023.

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7:44

Workplace Inclusion for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Employees

Prior to the pandemic, deaf and hard-of-hearing employees faced challenges, which were heightened by the workplace changes imposed by COVID-19.

Howard Rosenblum, CEO of the National Association of the Deaf, joins host Tetiana Anderson for a discussion on how workplace accommodations can improve for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

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