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The DJ DORAN SHOWAuthor: DJ DORAN
Chicago Deserves Better is where we talk about whats going on in our city. No political double-talk, no insider nonsensejust straight-up conversations between me, my occasional guest, and sometimes YOU about the issues hitting our neighborhoods every day. From City Hall to your block, we break down what the politicians are doing (or not doing) and how it actually impacts the people who live here. If youve ever yelled at the TV during a city council meeting like we have or wondered why things never seem to change, regardless of who we elect as our leaders, this podcast is for you. We love this city, but lets be honestChicago Deserves Better. Language: en Genres: Government, News, Politics Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Pride Action Tank
Saturday, 7 December, 2024
In conversation with…We are so very excited to share this episode with everybody. Today we welcome Kim Hunt who currently serves as the Executive Director of Pride Action Tank, part of AIDS Foundation of Chicago. Pride Action Tank is a think tank that initiates change on many levels through inquiry, advocacy, and action. Pride Action Tank focuses on the improvement & development of opportunities for LGBTQ+ communities in the Chicago Region. On this episode we discuss the many issues around homelessness, the particular challenges of LGBT Youth Homelessness, issues of race & policy, and even a little Star Trek. We hope you enjoy this episode but more importantly & hope you take this as an opportunity to learn, grow, and hopefully get involved in working towards a better future for those who are in desperate need. Resources and information linked below.More About KimIn addition to what is listed above, Kim has had a decorated and busy career spanning urban planning, transportation, and social work/justice. Kim currently holds too many positions to count. DJ tried to list everything at the beginning of the show and ran out of room on his note card! That is to say, Kim is exceedingly committed to the projects that she is involved in and always seems to have a little bit more to offer when needed.Kim started her career in the Urban planning working with the Chicago Transit Authority eventually leading her to pursue a second Master’s degree. This moved led her to start a management consulting firm called Affinity. This organization sought to bring visibility to LGBTQ+ people of color in the South Side of Chicago. You can read more on their website about the numerous accomplishments and progress that this organization has made in for this cause. Kim was inducted into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame in 2016 for her work and still maintains her spot as the Executive Director of Pride Action Tank, leads the Outspoken Storytelling series, and serves on countless committees and boards both locally and nationwide. Kim’s efforts largely focus around and advocates for the development of LGBT youth Homelessness programs and services. Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter and find us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with our shenanigans!
