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In this highlight episode, we revisit key moments from our 2023 Network Learning Session, Elevating community voices in advocacy - Lessons from youth leaders. Tune in to hear powerful insights from local young advocacy leaders from Burlington Schools, the YMCA of Snohomish County, and Children of the Setting Sun Productions.


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In this highlight episode, we revisit key moments from our 2023 Network Learning Session, Incarcerated and Justice Involved Equitable Solutions. Tune in to hear powerful insights from Kristina Jorgensen and Kimonti Carter from Participatory Justice, and Alex Sanchez and Chris Hoke from Underground Ministries. They discuss community engagement efforts with individuals involved in various stages of the criminal legal system, and systemic efforts to visualize and create change.


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Poem by Khemistry Williams

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In this episode, we bring you highlights from our powerful Network Learning session, Artistic Dialogues: Healing Communities, Inspiring Activism! North Sound ACH Artist-in-Residence Khemistry Williams is joined by panelists Ramón Rivera and Karla Estevez-Solano of MV Folklórico, Silvia Alvarez and Rosa Juarez Soria Mondragon from Triumph Teen Life Center, and Christopher Sadler (Gina Touché) of Simply Curious | Skagit Drag.

Don’t miss this transformative conversation on the cultural and systemic factors shaping our relationship with art and how to harness it for personal well-being and social change! To view the full session, the complete slide deck and more explore our Resource Library — just follow the link in the show notes to access these valuable tools for your journey in creative advocacy.

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In this highlight episode, we revisit key moments from our first 2024 Network Learning Session, Birth Equity: Beyond the Doctor’s Office. Tune in to hear powerful insights from local leaders Shanell Brown (Shades of Divinity), Olympia Edwards (Project Girl Mentoring Program), and Memorie Gladstone (Open Arms Perinatal Services). Together, they unpack the current state of birth equity, share stories from the frontlines, and offer actionable steps for creating change at both the community and organizational levels. Whether you joined us live or are hearing this for the first time, this episode is packed with inspiration and ideas to drive equity forward.

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In this bilingual episode, we sit down with North Sound ACH CEO Liz Baxter, Care Coordination Specialist Guillermina Bazante, and Silvia Alvarez, Founder & Executive Director of Triumph Center, to discuss the vital importance of creating safe, inclusive spaces for teens. Triumph Center provides an environment where young people can explore their identities, connect with their cultural roots, and discover new interests while receiving school support.

You'll also hear directly from students who currently attend Triumph, sharing the transformative impact this space has had on their lives. Tune in to learn more about the powerful role community spaces like Triumph play in shaping our future leaders, and find out how you can get involved by visiting triumphtlc.org.

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In the final part of this North Sound Voices podcast episode, Liz and Soma Saha, MD, MS, continue exploring "vital conditions" essential for community well-being. They discuss practical strategies for integrating these elements into our societies, with real-world examples of community-led initiatives driving change.

Soma highlights the power of collective action and the importance of sustaining momentum for broader impact. Join us for actionable insights on building inclusive, resilient communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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In part one of this episode of the North Sound Voices podcast, Liz welcomes Soma Saha, MD, MS, President and CEO of Well-being and Equity in the World (WE in the World) & Executive Lead of the Well Being In the Nation (WIN) Network. Together, they explore the transformative power of reframing "social determinants of health" as "vital conditions"—the essential elements every community needs to thrive, such as humane housing, meaningful work, and a sense of belonging.

Soma shares her journey and emphasizes that true sustainability comes from building relationships and civic capacity, not just maintaining programs or funding. They discuss how leading with love and fostering civic engagement can create inclusive and resilient communities.

Through real-life examples from Pine Ridge, South Dakota, and Black farmers in North Carolina, Soma illustrates the impact of community-led transformation. Join us for an inspiring conversation about creating a world where everyone can thrive, becoming better ancestors, and the audacity to dream of a brighter future!

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