Dr. Terence Lester on Breaking the Chains of Educational Injustice and on His Personal Journey of Resilience
Episode Description
In this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Dr. Terence Lester shares his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a doctor and advocate for educational justice with host Dr. Will Gravely. He discusses the impact of redlining on education, the importance of community engagement, and the need for trauma-informed approaches in addressing social issues. Dr. Lester emphasizes the potential within impoverished communities and the importance of creating safe spaces for healing and growth. He also highlights his work with Zion's Closet, a project aimed at supporting unhoused students, and shares his hope for the future amidst societal challenges. If you need a reminder of God's faithfulness, just listen to this conversation!
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Executive Producer - Latasha Morrison
Producer & Editor - Sarah Connatser
Music from "Bridge" by Ellie Holcomb and used by permission
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