The New Activist

As the founder of Sseko Designs, Liz Forkin Bohannon has developed an ethical fashion brand that works to educate and empower women, enabling them to continue their education and become leaders in their own countries. But her journey--from journalist to farmer to social entrepreneur--has been an unlikely one.

This week, we talk with Liz about how her unique approach to business, fashion and activism is changing the world, one life at a time.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission.

This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you!

T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis + www.newactivist.is

Rev. Seth Wispelwey was one of the key organizers of the group of counter-protesters that marched on August 12, 2017 against the white supremacists and Nazi sympathizers who organized a “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. This week, we talk with Seth about the events of that day and how we can all be a part of healing, hope and fighting racial injustice.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission.

This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you!

T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis + www.newactivist.is

When Father Boyle was serving as a priest in East LA, he buried an alarming number of young people involved in gangs. He decided that something must be done and started Homeboy Industries. Homeboy Industries provides hope, training and support to formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated men and women allowing them to redirect their lives and become contributing members of the community.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis

Mark Thompson knows the power of good food and good conversation. As a gourmet chef, his culinary abilities bring people to his kitchens time and time again. Which is what led him to co-found The Picnic Project.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis

As a juvenile corrections officer, Teresa Goines saw first-hand the problems facing the youth in her area. But, instead of simply accepting that reality, she took many bold steps to help solve the systemic issues—eventually opening Old Skool Cafe.

This youth run, jazz-themed, supper club serves as an intensive real-world vocational training ground, employment incubator, supportive cohort, income generator and connection point with a larger community that champions their success.

This week, we talk with Teresa about Old School Cafe, how it’s making a difference in the lives of young people and to actually effect change in local communities.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global organization that protects the poor from violence in the developing world. In this revealing and gritty conversation, Eddie speaks with the organization's Senior Vice President of Justice System Transformation, Sharon Cohn Wu about the work of IJM, the atrocities she's witnessed, and the hope that drives her to end modern slavery.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis

You may have seen the keys on the necks of Hollywood actors, musicians and models. But there is a bigger story behind the trendsetting accessory. The Giving Keys employs those who are transitioning out of homelessness to make inspirational jewelry, helping them out of poverty while also raising awareness about the issues behind America's homelessness problem. This week Brit Gilmore, the President of The Giving Keys, gives insight into what it's like leading a fashion and activism movement.

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The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis

Lisa and Michael Gungor are gifted musicians and committed activists. Though they are probably best known for their work with their band Gungor, the couple are also dedicated to helping those effected by the global refugee crisis. This week, they chat with Eddie about the role of art in changing the world, and how they're working to help some of the world's most vulnerable communities.

The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis

You probably know Tony Hale for his standout performances on "Veep" and "Arrested Development," but what you may not know is how his deep faith drives him to end slavery and care for the world around him. The New Activist is a joint production of The RELEVANT Podcast Network and International Justice Mission. This episode is presented by IJM. Take 20 seconds, fill out this form, and ask your elected officials to fully fund critical legislation. Thank you! T: @newactivistis + FB: newactivistis