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Voting Rights Advancement Act

Voting Rights Advancement Act - 6:22

A poll conducted by the Public Religion Research Institute and The Atlantic revealed barriers that people of color face in exercising their right to vote. LaShawn Warren, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs at the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, discusses the Voting Rights Advancement Act and how advocates say it can help.

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Diversity in the Green Sector: Engaging Communities of Color

Diversity in the Green Sector: Engaging Communities of Color - 6:07

Data shows communities of color are among the strongest advocates for sustainability, yet are underrepresented in the environmental workforce.

Angelou Ezeilo, Founder and CEO of the Greening Youth Foundation, provides insight on programs designed to connect diverse young adults to the outdoors and careers in conservation.

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Breaking Barriers in Professional Sports

Breaking Barriers in Professional Sports - 5:43

Advocates say the male-dominated sports industry has been slow to accept women, but increasingly, women are breaking barriers in professional sports.

Jennifer King, Assistant Coach of the Washington Football Team, shares how her passion for the game of football at a young age set her on a path toward breaking gender barriers of her own.

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Black Women: A Seat at the Table

Black Women: A Seat at the Table - 6:05

Since 1964, more than 70 women of color have been elected to the U.S. Congress. Today, black female representation in political office does not reflect their makeup in American society.

Glynda Carr of Higher Heights for America explains how her organization is mobilizing black women into politics, creating an environment where they feel empowered to run, win and lead across all elected offices.

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Race and Reconciliation

Race and Reconciliation - 5:12

Racially motivated attacks like the 2015 Charleston, S.C., church shooting continue to receive widespread public attention.

Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson of the Conference of National Black Churches discusses efforts to address racism and build bridges of reconciliation within communities.

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Black Youth: Creating A Level Playing Field

Black Youth: Creating A Level Playing Field - 7:04

According to a recent Pew report, half of black adults say that race has negatively impacted their ability to get ahead in life.

Thomas Dortch of 100 Black Men of America shares how his organization strives to level the playing field to ensure opportunity for all Americans.

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The Graduation Effect

The Graduation Effect - 7:08

America's high school graduation rate is at an all-time high, yet nearly 1 in 4 black students and 1 in 5 Latino students do not graduate on time. Deborah Delisle of the Alliance for Excellent Education outlines the economic ripple effects of improved high school graduation rates.

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Equality, Identity & Hope: Race in America

Equality, Identity & Hope: Race in America - 44:32

Comcast Newsmakers and Voices of the Civil Rights Movement present the special panel discussion “Equality, Identity & Hope: Race in America.” Moderator Tetiana Anderson and a panel of historians, activists and educators uncover America’s often untold history of racial injustice, the complex relationship between equity and identity, and the status of modern protest movements.

Panelists include activist and educator Zellie Imani; Professor Robby Luckett, Director of the Margaret Walker Center at Jackson State University; and Kenneth B. Morris Jr., descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington, and President of Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives.

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Emergency Assistance during COVID19

Emergency Assistance during COVID19 - 6:44

Sandra Toussaint, President and CEO of United Way of Greater Mercer County, talks about the impact COVID-19 has on the economic well-being of area families and how her organization is working to make a difference. Recorded February 10, 2021.

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COVID-19 in Communities of Color

COVID-19 in Communities of Color - 10:02

Evidence shows that Black Americans are more likely to contract COVID-19 and have complications from it, compared to other demographic groups.

Dr. Ala Stanford, Founder and CEO of the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium, shares how her organization is working to eliminate racial health disparities.

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COVID Recovery Plan for PA

COVID Recovery Plan for PA - 7:27

Maria Collett (D), PA State Senator discusses the economic impact of the pandemic on Pennsylvania and why she thinks additional state funding and programs are needed to help families and businesses. Recorded January 22, 2021.

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Breaking Down Barriers for Individuals with Special Needs

Breaking Down Barriers for Individuals with Special Needs - 6:40

Yasmin Nielsen, Director of Advancement, for Easterseals New Jersey, discusses the barriers that Individuals with disabilities often experience when pursuing their goals, but with the help of a new Easterseals campaign they are facing those barriers head on so they can "Get to the Other Side". Recorded January 6, 2021.

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Impact of COVID on Services for Sexual Assault Survivors

Impact of COVID on Services for Sexual Assault Survivors - 7:20

Patricia Teffenhart, New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault, explains how New Jersey’s sexual violence programs continue to operate during the pandemic, but have changed the way they deliver services due to COVID-19. Patricia also shares what these changes mean in working to support survivors. Recorded January 6, 2021.

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The Prevalence of Child Abuse during the Pandemic

The Prevalence of Child Abuse during the Pandemic - 6:30

Abbie Newman, CEO of Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center, explains that the social isolation caused by the pandemic can put children at risk for at-home abuse, and that a lack of reporting does not mean the prevalence of child abuse has decreased. Recorded January 6, 2021.

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Getting Support for Mental Illness

Getting Support for Mental Illness - 5:33

According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, 1 in 4 adults experience a mental health disorder in a given year. Kevin Fischer, Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Health Michigan, talks about NAMI and the importance of seeking help for a mental illness.

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Assisting Those In Need

Assisting Those In Need - 5:23

Approximately 43 percent of Michigan households struggle to afford the basic necessities. Hassan Hammoud, Executive Director of Michigan 211, discusses how they are assisting those in need.

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Food Insecurity in Greater Boston

Food Insecurity in Greater Boston - 5:49

"We've never seen such a rapidsurge in food insecurity" says Catherine D'Amato, President and CEO of the Greater Boston Food Bank. Since the pandemic the GBFB has gone from a million pounds offood out the door weekly to 2.5million pounds of food.

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Vermonters Feeding Vermonters

Vermonters Feeding Vermonters - 5:26

The Vermont Food Bank is serving close to one third of the state as people in need of food jumped from 1 in 10 prior to COVID to 1 in 4 since the pandemic. President and CEO, John Sayles talks about this rise in numbers.

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Keeping the Region Moving During COVID

Keeping the Region Moving During COVID - 8:28

Leslie S. Richards, General Manager of SEPTA, discusses keeping the region moving during the pandemic and the protocols SEPTA has put in place to keep riders and workers safe. SEPTA is also encouraging mask compliance for staff and customers during this time. Recorded December 2, 2020.

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New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce

New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce - 6:23

Michael Egenton, Executive Vice President, New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce, discusses the biggest challenges businesses are facing during COVID-19 and their concerns moving into a post-pandemic economy. Recorded December 2, 2020

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Discovering New Abilities For The Disabled

Discovering New Abilities For The Disabled - 4:45

For more than 60 years, The Arc of the Bay has provided a support structure to adults with developmental disabilities. Ron Sharpe is the Executive Director and discusses how they are able to discover new abilities and opportunities for these individuals.

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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.

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Eviction Prevention

Eviction Prevention - 5:35

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.

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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.

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