Shakira Releford joins the show to talk about the power of culturally grounded, community-led work in the nonprofit space. As the founder of the national nonprofit Community Assistance Resource & Extended Services (C.A.R.E.S.), Shakira shares how her lived experiences and cultural values shape her leadership. From equitable programming to authentic community engagement, this episode is a reminder that real impact starts with listening—and leading—with heart.

You can connect with Shakira Releford on LinkedIn. 

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