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“I love Milwaukee”
Posted on July 26, 2017July 26, 2017

“I love Milwaukee”

Though a series of misfortunes have brought Lavelle Kyles to Milwaukee, he’s found a way to come to terms with where he is. Continue reading “I love Milwaukee”

“I call myself a traveler”
Posted on July 14, 2017July 14, 2017

“I call myself a traveler”

Anthony Olden has never settled down in one place, but that doesn’t mean he’s unsure of where he’s going. Continue reading “I call myself a traveler”

Podcast: Zeynab Ali
Posted on July 11, 2017July 11, 2017

Podcast: Zeynab Ali

Zeynab Ali talks about her experience growing up in the largest refugee camp in the world, stressing the importance of listening to people’s stories, speaking up against injustice and including the youth in solving the issues we face. Continue reading Podcast: Zeynab Ali

“It’s almost like a circus coming to Milwaukee”
Posted on July 5, 2017July 14, 2017

“It’s almost like a circus coming to Milwaukee”

Though he’s encountered challenges growing up in the city, James Taylor still hesitates to leave it behind. Continue reading “It’s almost like a circus coming to Milwaukee”

“I’m gonna die in this house”
Posted on June 28, 2017July 11, 2017

“I’m gonna die in this house”

Despite the deaths of loved ones, and a near encounter of her own, Jeneane Roberts finds life in her family and doing what she’s always loved. Continue reading “I’m gonna die in this house”

“They knew I was gonna wake up soon”
Posted on June 25, 2017July 11, 2017

“They knew I was gonna wake up soon”

Keon Hamler, who overcame a challenging childhood, is still searching for his place in the world. Continue reading “They knew I was gonna wake up soon”

“We live the same, but we live differently”
Posted on June 15, 2017July 11, 2017

“We live the same, but we live differently”

Deon Bell was a restless child, which initially led him to the streets. Since then, he’s been able to harness the life that lies inside him. Continue reading “We live the same, but we live differently”

“As soon as I could see over a counter I was working”
Posted on June 8, 2017July 11, 2017

“As soon as I could see over a counter I was working”

Raised by entrepreneurial parents who pushed her to follow in their footsteps, Lori Hill has forged a path of her own. Continue reading “As soon as I could see over a counter I was working”

“We teach everything”
Posted on June 1, 2017July 11, 2017

“We teach everything”

Mohamud Suleiman, who has braved the waves of inopportunity and is taking on the responsibilities of fatherhood, still believes his time will come. Continue reading “We teach everything”

Podcast: Clayborn Benson
Posted on May 30, 2017July 11, 2017

Podcast: Clayborn Benson

Clayborn Benson, founder of the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, talks about the importance of preserving history, the true meaning of family and the power of discovering our hidden potential and identity. Continue reading Podcast: Clayborn Benson

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