In response to the recent Gaza war protests on the campus of Emory University, Azadeh Shahshahani, the legal and advocacy director for Project South, explains why the organization is standing in solidarity with students and asking for a thorough investigation regarding the heavy presence and actions of law enforcement.
Plus, Frances Kunreuther and Sean Thomas-Breitfeld, the co-executive directors of The Building Movement Project, discuss the new report “The Push and Pull: Declining Interest in Nonprofit Leadership.” The report examines how "pushing" people of color into leadership positions at nonprofits can have negative effects, and sometimes create organizational issues around diversity, equity and inclusion.
Lastly, for “Closer Look’s graduation series,” we hear from James McMahon. The 2024 graduate of Georgia State University talks about the obstacles he’s faced as a legally blind student and his journey to earning a second degree in history.
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Closer Look’ roundtable guests discuss Medicaid Unwinding; DeKalb Commissioner discusses constituents’ opposition to proposed police training center
Atlanta’s Human Relations Commission renews efforts to eradicate discrimination; Purposity launches back-to-school initiative to meet the needs of local students
Westside Future Fund launches new initiative to create more affordable housing options; Xernona Clayton on her passion for service and operating in excellence
Trump expected to be indicted in Fulton County soon; Heat and smoke from Canadian wildfires cause concern across Metro Atlanta; Newly introduced legislation aims to protect workers from heat.
Trump indictment lingers in Georgia; Local organization launches new initiative that encourages people to buy banned books
Community leaders discuss revitalizing Memorial Drive
Coffee Conversations: Lakewood Heights leaders discuss efforts to create change
Professor discusses end of The Great Resignation; DeKalb County passes non-discrimination ordinance
Landlord on her mission to create affordable communities across Atlanta area; FDA approves new antibody treatment for RSV in infants and toddlers
Cabbagetown resident questions process for approving Atlanta’s proposed police training center; Research looks at differing impacts of "disadvantaged" neighborhoods; Investigation examines condition
Congressman John Lewis honored with a Forever stamp
Chairman of 100 Black Men of Atlanta discusses the importance of mentorship; One year since abortion ban in Georgia; Professor discusses what’s next for student loan relief
Michelin Guide now reviewing Atlanta restaurants; Gwinnett County aims to create more affordable housing; Redistricting trial set for September
Usher’s New Look gears up for upcoming youth summit; Jermaine Dupri reflects on decades-long music career; Former Chattahoochee riverkeeper discusses new memoir
Georgia’s expansion of mental health services; Emory provides financial support to interns
Long term Impact of Confederate diaspora, Challenges to GA Voter Registrations by Right-Wing Activists, Remembering Christine King Farris
Supply chain expert discusses the impacts of a potential union strike against UPS; Village Habitat Design is working to preserve greenspaces in DeKalb County
UGA demands retraction of AJC investigation of football player assault claims; Local nonprofit aims to empower underserved girls
Atlanta investigative reporter reflects on 40 years of holding people accountable; Local veterinarian offers pet safety tips amid potentially record-setting heat
NRDC leaders discuss green finance, fighting environmental racism; Local entrepreneur ensures glass makes it to recycling center
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