In a recent segment on The Rashad Richey Morning Show , President/Founder - Gideon's Promise, Jonathan Rapping and Executive Director and Public Defender Alumni Zanele Ngubeni shared details about the upcoming event, Igniting Change , hosted by Gideon's Promise . The event seeks to celebrate public defenders and individuals committed to promoting justice in marginalized communities.
Mr. Rapping, a co-founder of Gideon's Promise, discussed the organization's mission to support public defenders in their efforts to fight for equity and fairness in the criminal legal system. He emphasized the crucial role of community support in shaping the advocacy work of public defenders, emphasizing the connection between challenges faced both inside and outside the courtroom.
The Igniting Change event will honor individuals who have shown unwavering dedication to social justice, including well known community members recognized for their support of advocates for equity and fairness in the criminal court.
Set to take place on March 14th at the Star Room in Atlanta, GA, the event promises to be a night of celebration and appreciation for public defenders and their allies. Tickets are available for purchase through the Gideon's Promise website for those interested in joining the recognition of these important advocates for change.
During the interview's conclusion, Dr. Richey shared a personal anecdote about the life-changing impact of public defender Gayle Bacon, underscoring the significant influence these advocates have on individuals navigating the criminal legal system. Dr. Richey emphasized the importance of advocacy and support for those dedicated to promoting justice.
In wrapping up the segment, the interview encouraged listeners to stand behind public defenders and participate in honoring advocacy at the Igniting Change event.
To listen to the full interview and learn more, click the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
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