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A public affairs program spotlighting social justice work at the frontlines of local government hosted by former Mayor Amourence Lee and award-winning producer Dr. Robert Franklin. Inspiring stories of democracy in action, sharing practical tips for everyday people to spark positive change in your communities! Airs on KCSM Radio FM-91, the Bay Area's Jazz Station to the World.
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Liberation: Making Juneteenth Matter Every Day
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Former Mayor Amourence Lee joined Dr. Franklin to discuss a momentous day in American history that marked the actual end of African-American slavery in the United States, some two and a half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation had been made effective: Juneteenth. In 2024, the City of San Mateo declared Juneteenth an official C…
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Paradigm Shift in Community Investment: San Francisco Foundation Koshland Fellowship
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Celebrating the North Central neighborhood in the City of San Mateo and 10 local leaders including Former Mayor Amourence Lee, honored by the prestigious Daniel E. Koshland Civic Unity Community Fellowship. For forty years, this fellowship program has empowered over 500 community leaders and invested $7M+ in over 35 neighborhoods throughout the Bay…
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Holistic Approaches to Homelessness & Public Safety
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Many cities are struggling to support their growing homeless population. Our City of San Mateo in California launched an innovative program that fills gaps between services and is successfully moving homeless folks into support services and housing. This cost-effective model is helping to reduce calls for service and officer involvement in homeless…
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Investing in Families: The Vital Role of Childcare
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Childcare is the essential social infrastructure supporting working families & working moms like me! During the pandemic, we saw the childcare industry come to the brink of collapse. I joined other #momleaders to create a $5.5M County Grant Program that benefited 300 childcare providers, including 75 childcare programs in the City of San Mateo. Cal…
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