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.
Season 2, Episode 3 (October 2025)
In this episode of the Power and Community Podcast presented by the Akron NAACP, hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B recap the October general meeting and dive deep into key community updates. The conversation honors Akron’s civil rights legacy with a “History Moment” spotlighting the trailblazing Helen Arnold, explores issues from education and environmental justice to local ballot initiatives, and stresses the importance of informed, organized community action. Listeners will also hear about upcoming events like the Freedom Fund Dinner featuring Rev. Mark Thompson. Tune in for real talk on advocacy, accountability, and the power of collective progress—because knowledge is power, and organized power makes change happen.
Issue 2: County Charter Amendment 2025. – https://co.summitoh.net/pages/Issue-2-County-Charter-Amendment-2025.html
NAACP Akron – https://www.naacpakron.org/
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