Y Advancing Equity Podcast Heidi Hardy
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- Society & Culture
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Y Advancing Racial Equity Podcast -- a weekly podcast that will focus on Equity, Anti-racism, Unity and Community Engagement in the DFW community and across the world.
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"It's a Great Day in Arlington!" Mayor Jeff Williams
Join us as we talk with Mayor Jeff Williams about many, many amazing aspects of the great city of Arlington. He speaks about the award winning Unity Council. What you may love the most about this episode is that Mayor Williams calls out by name so many people who are work in our community to keep us great!
He is a true servant leader with more to do in Arlington. We discuss the pandemic, Snow-ma-gedon and more. -
Miles of Freedom with Richard Miles
To equip, empower, and employ individuals returning home from prison and provide support and assistance for families and communities impacted by Incarceration. This is the mission statement of the nonprofit organization called Miles of Freedom. This episode we meet Richard Miles, he was wrongly convicted and served 15 years in prison. In 2015, he was finally declared to be "truly innocent". This podcast he tells his story and shares with us the importance of his work in the community.
One of our most compelling episodes. -
Women Empowerment - What does that mean?
This episode we welcome Dr. Jacquelyn Minor. An advocate for women in our community. Get to know her and what Women's Empowerment means to her. This is a great conversation with a truly inspirational leader in our community.
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Finding Middle Ground with Dr. Jason Shelton
Oh my gosh! This episode is amazing! Dr. Jason Shelton, chair of the Unity Council in Arlington, TX is our guest. He brings his knowledge and perspective about race, religion and community.
What we know is that as a community we needed to unify. Through Dr. Shelton's leadership the City of Arlington, created an unprecedented council. This episode we talk about finding that middle ground in conversations and how the Unity Council is creating change. -
Empowering Diversity
A real life story of a young professional, a vivacious and proud Asian American and her journey to empower diversity in her career and her circle of influence.
As she walks us through a journey of love for her work, love for her family and her appreciation for those that has supported and mentored her, you can hear her passion for her community and her bright future. -
Mental Health-Mental Well-being - A Conversation
One out of six Tarrant County adults have been diagnosed with a depressive disorder (Tarrant County Public Health, September 2019). Women are more likely to report ever having a depressive disorder. We know the pandemic has been difficult in our community.
Mental Health-Mental Well-being is an important topic. Join us as we speak to former Tarrant County Commissioner, Andy Nguyen about his passion for more education and ending the stigma around mental health.
Customer Reviews
Thoughtful and transformative
This podcast has challenged me to look at our community in DFW in a deeper, more connected way. Incredibly brave topics from leaders in the social responsibility space. Bravo to all of the hosts and guests for this stellar podcast!
Inspiring
From the first minute you’re hooked. Heidi and Eric’s engaging personalities help you reflect on your Y!
Loving this work!
I love the opportunity to talk with and explore with many thought leaders in our community.