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Category: Race Relations
Nyasha Williams – Author, Activist, and Former Kindergarten Teacher
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Author, activist and former kindergarten teacher, Nyasha Williams – who was adopted into a trans-racial family – grew up in South Africa and the U.S. A former kindergarten teacher and author, her picture book, “I Affirm Me: The ABCs of Inspiration for Black Kids” was inspired by the words Nyasha…
Tracey Rogers – Activist, Certified Life Coach, Professional Astrologer
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Activist, Certified Life Coach, Professional Astrologer. It’s not often these professions are part of the same resume, but they all describe Tracey Rogers. We cover a lot of ground in this wide-ranging conversation: from Tracey’s tireless commitment to combat racial injustice and gender inequality, to learning how astrology can empower…
Cheryl Giles – Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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What does it mean to be Black and Buddhist in our today’s world? Cheryl Giles, licensed clinical psychologist and Senior Lecturer on Pastoral Care and Counseling at Harvard Divinity School knows first hand. She’s one of the editors of and contributors to “Black & Buddhist – What Buddhism Can Teach…
The Teaneck Film Festival Goes Virtual for 2020
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Because of the global pandemic, you can check out all the films you want right from the comfort of your own home! From November 12-25, 2020, the Teaneck Film Festival is still all about Activism: Making Change, addressing racism, oppression, the environment, the LGBTQ community, women’s rights, immigration, and…
Nancy Giles – Actress, Writer, CBS Sunday Morning Contributor
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With the world in such turmoil, who better to navigate these troubled waters with, than past guest, Nancy Giles? You’re in for a powerful, honest and yes, hopeful conversation with the award-winning actress, voice-over artist, comedienne, writer and longtime CBS Sunday Morning contributor.