Communities Forward Podcast Part 1 of 2-Jenny Connelly-Bowen

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In this week’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we have Jenny Connelly-Bowen, executive director of CBN (Community Builders Network) of Metro St. Louis. CBN’s mission is to gather community leaders of all backgrounds to build engaged and equitable neighborhoods. They hope to envision a St. Louis region where all people live in safe, economically strong, and vibrant neighborhoods and all community-based organizations are sustainable, supported, and valued. You can learn more information about CBN of Metro of St. Louis here.

For “Communities Forward” episode 9, part 1 of 2, Jenny discusses her background and transition from an unrelated career to leadership within one of the region’s most impactful organizations dedicated to community engagement. You can find the podcast here.

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Communities Forward Podcast-Phillip Sangokoya

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For today’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we have Phillip Sangokoya who is part of BRAND of St. Louis (Business Resource Association of Networking & Development). BRAND’S mission is to eliminate socioeconomic disparities across racial lines and understand the factors that support collaboration and equitable wealth-building in Black communities. These factors include understanding core values, establishing shared language, identifying opportunities that exist, and creating models for sustainable, community-centered interventions. You can learn more information about BRAND of St. Louis here.

On the latest “Communities Forward” podcast, episode 6, Phillip discusses BRAND, the impact of growing up with immigrant parents, his passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion training, and what has helped him as he has grown into his leadership position. You can find the podcast here.

Please keep sharing this information with your networks and helping us build an audience for “Communities Forward.” As well, keep checking out the latest podcast episodes that will be updated every Wednesday!

The podcast is available on the following platforms:

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Breaker Podcasts- https://www.breaker.audio/communities-forward

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Communities Forward Podcast Part 2 of 2-Sal Martinez

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For this week’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we have the second interview with Sal Martinez, chief executive officer of Employment Connection in St. Louis. Employment Connection is an agency whose mission is to assist individuals with limited opportunities to self-sufficiency. Also, they hope to break down barriers to self-sufficiency to create a safer and more inclusive community. You can learn more information about Employment Connection here.

This episode continues with Sal discussing his journey of becoming a community leader as well as what he has learned and understood to be the challenges and opportunities for growth in St. Louis. You can find the podcast here.

Please keep sharing this information with your networks and helping us build an audience for “Communities Forward.” As well, keep checking out the latest podcast episodes that will be updated every Wednesday!

The podcast is available on the following platforms:

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Breaker Podcasts- https://www.breaker.audio/communities-forward

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Radio Public Podcasts- https://radiopublic.com/communities-forward-Wa0N4b

Spotify Podcasts- https://open.spotify.com/show/4pTgb9bBlyJ9YFs7f5u9Nh