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Achieving Native American Visibility

Achieving Native American Visibility - 5:14

Native Americans are underrepresented in education, employment and elected office.

Janeen Comenote, Executive Director of the National Urban Indian Family Coalition, discusses barriers that exist to increased representation and how allies and advocates can advance equity.

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COVID-19 Impact on Indian Country

COVID-19 Impact on Indian Country - 8:23

Native communities in the U.S. have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with higher rates of infection and death.

Dallin Maybee, Assistant Director of Development for the Native American Rights Fund, discusses why some tribal communities are at higher risk compared to the general population and outlines mitigation efforts to limit the spread of the virus.

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Reclaiming Native Truth

Reclaiming Native Truth - 6:58

Advocates say Native Americans are underrepresented across many fronts, and what little is reflected, is often coupled with myths and misconceptions.

Michael Roberts, President and CEO of First Nations Development Institute, discusses common misconceptions, and how advocates are working to create change.

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Unsung Heroes: Women in Military Service

Unsung Heroes: Women in Military Service - 7:41

More than 3 million women have served in the U.S. Armed Forces since the American Revolutionary War.

Phyllis Wilson, President of the Military Women’s Memorial, delves into the untold stories of these heroes and details the only major national memorial honoring all servicewomen — past, present and future.

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Support for Women Veterans

Support for Women Veterans - 5:48

Currently, there are more than 2 million American women veterans. Some report feeling their service is often less recognized than that of men, impacting their self-identity as vets. How is VA working to make sure women veterans receive full equity and access to services?

Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd, Executive Director of the VA Center for Women Veterans, shares some of the unique challenges faced by women after they leave military service and services available to help.

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COVID-19 and Veteran Suicide Prevention

COVID-19 and Veteran Suicide Prevention - 7:17

Isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic poses a mental health threat to many, including military and veteran communities. A national effort is underway to intervene and provide support to all communities of veterans — including those in the LGBTQ community.

Jennifer Dane, Executive Director of the Modern Military Association of America, discusses nationwide efforts to combat a rising suicide rate among our nation’s military service members and veterans.

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Honoring the Service of Chinese American WWII Veterans

Honoring the Service of Chinese American WWII Veterans - 7:31

More than 18,000 Chinese American men and women enlisted or served in the U.S. military during World War II.

Maj. Gen. Robert G.F. Lee, of the Chinese American World War II Recognition Project, shares the significance of this population of veterans, from their time in service to a forthcoming major Congressional honor.

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Tribes, Treaties and U.S. Law

Tribes, Treaties and U.S. Law - 6:18

According to the Bureau of Land Management, about 56 million acres of land are held in trust by the federal government for Native American tribes and individuals.

Natalie Landreth of the Native American Rights Fund outlines efforts underway to preserve tribes’ sovereignty, including their political status and legal rights as governments.

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Black/Brown Challenges Among Philadelphia’s Pandemic Issues

Black/Brown Challenges Among Philadelphia’s Pandemic Issues - 6:56

Closing a $749 million dollar deficit, the effect on black and brown communities and pulling back on poverty resources are challenges the city of Philadelphia has faced because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the city’s Councilmember-at-Large Derek Green. He spoke to host Sheila Hyland during the October 2020 Municipal Leadership Virtual Summit. phila.gov

Speeding is Township’s Most Frequent Complaint

Speeding is Township’s Most Frequent Complaint - 5:17

The number one complaint heard by Amy Farkas, Manager for Harris Township in Center County PA, is motorists traveling over the speed limit on residential streets. Farkas spoke to host Sheila Hyland during the October 2020 Municipal Leadership Virtual Summit, along with other issues faced by fellow municipalities, including the effect of the pandemic and how they are dealing with it. hampdentownship.us

Veterans Project Takes on More Meaning

Veterans Project Takes on More Meaning - 5:51

Nate Silcox, Hampden Township Pennsylvania Commissioner, talks with host Sheila Hyland about the Veterans Memorial Park project that has grown to be a $1 Million dollar tribute whose meaningfulness has also grown with the hopes of healing some of the divisiveness in our country. Recorded as part of the October 2020 Municipal Leadership Virtual Summit. hampdentownship.us

First Ever, One-of-a-Kind Meeting Benefits PA Municipalities

First Ever, One-of-a-Kind Meeting Benefits PA Municipalities - 5:08

The benefits of a first ever, one-of-a-kind joint virtual summit between the Pennsylvania Municipal League and the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners is the topic in a discussion between Rick Schuettler, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Municipal League, and host Sheila Hyland. pml.org

Butler Township’s Progress on Pandemic and Local Radar Use

Butler Township’s Progress on Pandemic and Local Radar Use - 5:12

The progress after 10 years of work on the use of local radar, an issue facing many Commonwealth municipalities, and how Butler Township has handled the effects of the pandemic is discussed by President of the Township Commissioners, Dave Zarnick, during the 2020 Municipal Leadership Virtual Summit. Sheila Hyland hosts. butlertwp.org

Helping Businesses Stay Open

Helping Businesses Stay Open - 5:32

There are approximately 1,700 businesses in Southwest Detroit. Rob Dewaelsche, President and CEO of the Southwest Detroit Business Association discusses how businesses in Southwest Detroit are pivoting their business models to stay open.

Eviction Prevention

Eviction Prevention - 5:45

There are two kinds of protection against eviction right now - a statewide Eviction Diversion Program that can help you pay back rent, and the CDC eviction moratorium. Kellie Maki Foster, Staff Development Director of Lakeshore Legal Aid discusses these programs and how to get help.

Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County

Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County - 7:38

Nicole Powell, Community Education Manager, talks about the challenges that women can face when trying to leave a domestic violence relationship. COVID 19 has made the organization adapt how they address their programs and counseling during the pandemic.

CASA of New Jersey

CASA of New Jersey - 8:01

Liza Kirschenbaum, Founder & Associate Director for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Jersey, discusses the need for volunteers and donations across the state of NJ during the pandemic. CASA volunteers have stepped up to meet the heightened needs of children/youth in foster care and their caregivers during COVID.

Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large Derek Green

Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large Derek Green - 6:09

Derek S. Green (D), Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large, discusses past funding cuts to the city’s mental health programs and his concerns about how the state’s current financial challenges may lead to further reductions in state allocations to the city.

Alice Paul Institute

Alice Paul Institute - 5:26

Lucienne Beard, Executive Director of the Alice Paul Institute, educates people about the life and work of suffragist Alice Paul and carries on her legacy through education and leadership programs for girls. Their programs have moved online because of COVID-19, but girls are still developing the skills they need to be leaders and advocates for change.

PA State Senator Art Haywood

PA State Senator Art Haywood - 5:46

Art Haywood (D), PA State Senator, discusses allegations of harassment of students of color on college campuses in Pennsylvania and what steps can be taken to address the issue.

Mitzvah Circle

Mitzvah Circle - 5:27

Fran Held, Founder & Executive Director for Mitzvah Circle, describes how they have responded to the COVID-19 crisis by providing large scale distributions of everyday essentials like diapers, new clothing, new socks and many other much needed basic items in their community of over 140 agencies.

Support for Women Veterans

Support for Women Veterans - 5:48

Currently, there are more than 2 million American women veterans. Some report feeling their service is often less recognized than that of men, impacting their self-identity as vets. How is VA working to make sure women veterans receive full equity and access to services?

Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd, Executive Director of the VA Center for Women Veterans, shares some of the unique challenges faced by women after they leave military service and services available to help.

Unsung Heroes: Women in Military Service

Unsung Heroes: Women in Military Service - 7:41

More than 3 million women have served in the U.S. Armed Forces since the American Revolutionary War.

Phyllis Wilson, President of the Military Women’s Memorial, delves into the untold stories of these heroes and details the only major national memorial honoring all servicewomen — past, present and future.

Reclaiming Native Truth

Reclaiming Native Truth - 6:58

Advocates say Native Americans are underrepresented across many fronts, and what little is reflected, is often coupled with myths and misconceptions.

Michael Roberts, President and CEO of First Nations Development Institute, discusses common misconceptions, and how advocates are working to create change.

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