Welcome to Episode 5 of Blac Re-Membering: Highlighting the Heavy and the Hope.  Today's episode is hosted by Kimyata Patterson and our guest is Sher-ree Glover. Sher-ree is an Educator and Community Activist who grew up on the 6th Ward of Warren, Ohio.

In this episode, Sher-ree shares what life was like growing up and how the world has dramatically changed for youth today. Sher-ree discusses the rise of trauma and gun violence among youth and the importance of trauma-informed education and good old-fashioned love to make a change.

A special thank you to Sher-ree Glover for her mentorship and commitment to the youth of the Warren community. 

The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.

For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.