NAACP Akron's Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast! Hosted the NAACP Akron, this podcast dives deep into the pressing issues impacting our community. From education and equity to justice and policy, we’re having real conversations that spark action. Because we believe Knowledge is Power—and Organized Power makes change happen. Join us as we explore strategies, stories, and solutions to make Akron a more just, vibrant, and inclusive place to live, work, and play.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on critical themes such as education equity, health disparities, justice reform, and public policy. For instance, Episode 2 delves into health equity initiatives as part of the NAACP's Our 2025 campaign, which aims to benefit Black Americans through improved wages and educational investment. Episodes are designed to inspire action within the community by providing insights and strategic discussions.

Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast!
Hosted the NAACP Akron, this podcast dives deep into the pressing issues impacting our community. From education and equity to justice and policy, we’re having real conversations that spark action. Because we believe Knowledge is Power—and Organized Power makes change happen. Join us as we explore strategies, stories, and solutions to make Akron a more just, vibrant, and inclusive place to live, work, and play.
🎙️ Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast! Where, ”Knowledge is Power—and Organized Power makes change happen.”
Episode 2 – Health Equity
The NAACP puts forward Our 2025, a collection of policies aimed to benefit Black Americans and the entire nation. Our 2025 is focused on higher wages, investments in our schools and creating pathways to progress within our criminal justice system.
Episode 2 hosted by Judi Hill, President of the NAACP Akron, and Dr. Lathardus Goggins II, 2nd Vice President and Education Chair, this podcast's topic is health equity. Our special guest is Dr. Jennifer Ross, Director of Unity and Engagement from Akron Children's Hospital.
https://www.naacpakron.org/about-1-1

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