Vanessa Green on Empowering Communities: The Call BlackLine Story Pt. 1

RISE Urban Nation

Episode Notes for Simplecast

In this compelling episode of the RISE Urban Nation Podcast, host Taryell Simmons welcomes Vanessa Green, the co-founder and CEO of Call BlackLine. Vanessa discusses her journey from being a social worker to spearheading a national hotline that provides vital support to marginalized communities. Discover how Vanessa’s experiences shaped her mission to offer a safe space for Black, Brown, Indigenous, and LGBTQ individuals facing crises. She shares insightful strategies for organizing grassroots movements and discusses the importance of community care. Don’t miss this deep dive into the transformative work of Call BlackLine and the impact it’s making across the nation.

Credits:

• Host: Taryell Simmons

• Guest: Vanessa Green

• Music by: Will Maker

• Production Team: RISE Urban Nation

Resources Mentioned:
• Call BlackLine

• Follow Vanessa Green

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