Black Robe Podcast

What if the system meant to protect children is actually causing harm? In this powerful conversation, the Black Robe Podcast sits down with renowned scholar, author, and activist Dorothy Roberts to expose the truth behind what she calls the family policing system, often labeled “child welfare” or “child protection.”Dorothy Roberts, author of Torn Apart: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black...

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, Frederick White and community leader Darryl Crews break down why Black voter turnout, local elections, and civic engagement matter now more than ever. Darryl exposes the real challenges around voting rights, how Supreme Court decisions impact Black communities, and why local government holds more power over our daily lives than most people realize. If you...

We are at a time when faith in democracy is being tested across the world. Who really has the authority to make change, and where does your vote have the most impact? Senator Yasmin Trudeau joins the Black Robe Podcast to dissect the shifting balance of government power and the fight for voting rights, both of which shape the future of our communities. Dive with us into urgent questions about fede...

What does it really take to fight homelessness, empower youth voices, and make politics accessible? In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, host Frederick White sits down with Pierce County Commissioner George Conzuelo, a dedicated community organizer, social worker, and advocate for youth empowerment, to uncover the answers. George shares his journey working with Family Promise, where he’s see...

This episode is more than a conversation, it’s a call to action. A call to redefine what it means to be a father, to uplift one another, and to build stronger, more connected families and communities. Our host Frederick White sits down with Steve Primas, a seasoned relationship and parenting coach, for a raw and deeply personal conversation about the realities of Black fatherhood. Steve opens up a...

Adults with Learning Disabilities Foundation was envisioned in 1988 by Founder and CEO Felix Strozier. The foundation is a community based action organization dedicated to bringing awareness to adult illiteracy by working with a team of volunteers and agencies promoting literacy throughout the country.  To learn more about AWLD visit their website:https://www.awldfoundation.org

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, Host Isaiah Lenard and Founder Carol Mitchell talk with Duaa-Rahemaah Hunter, the Housing Alliance Organizer for Washington Low Income Housing Alliance. Have you or anyone in your family benefit from rent stabilization? The Resident Action Project (RAP) is a program of Washington Low Income Housing Alliance, a statewide organizing network led by people wh...

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, Host Isaiah Lenard and Co-host Queleah Collins talk with DeVandra Wheeler an author and advocate dedicated to empowering children and young adults. DeVandra has served as a voice for both groups through community and prior military service. DeVandra’s passion for advocacy comes from her first-hand experiences of sexual abuse at a young age.  Way's to...

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, We learn about IBJ's A.C.E.S Program and the upcoming 2024 launch date! We also hear from the Black Robe Podcast Host and Co-host who are IBJ Interns, to learn a little bit more about them and their missions towards social justice advocacy. To learn more about the A.C.E.S Program, check out our website at https://instituteforblackjustice.org/ If you h...

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast hear from NAACP President Jonathan Johnson our host Isaiah Lenard and Co-host Queleah Collins. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Listen as they dig deep gaining knowledge on how to break generational cycles of social justice oppression, and how to take the next steps to see change in their communities. What is the NAACP? The NAACP or National...

Hear from Ryan Disch-Guzman Alliance for Gun Responsibility Community Engagement Director. We will be diving deep in police brutality, suicide prevention due to gun violence, community safety and way's we can be more responsible while being gun owners. Learn about the Alliance new initiatives by visiting their website: https://gunresponsibility.org/

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, The Host Isaiah Lenard, and co-host Queleah Collins ask IBJ Founder Carol Mitchell her thoughts as a long standing lawyer, advocate and ally to social justice issues her honest and raw opinion over the verdict rendered by the jury in the Manny Ellis Trial.

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, Carol Mitchell and the IBJ ACES team go deep in discussion about the mission of the Urban League and Black Tacoma with new Urban League CEO Janice Lee. instituteforblackjustice.org/black-robe-podcast-1 Tacoma Urban League https://www.thetacomaurbanleague.org

YBMW is in the house once again! The conversation is rich and goes deep y’all. instituteforblackjustice.org/black-robe-podcast-1 YBMW: Facebook Instagram Get Involved Podcast Bookmark us linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice⁠

In this episode of the Black Robe Podcast, Our new cohost Queleah interviews IBJ ACES Isaiah and Faith for an update on the Manuel Ellis trial and observations on court etiquette in Pierce County. Navigating this trial as a community is difficult waiting for justice for Manny; It's even harder for his family. Please hold space for his family and support them in any way you can throughout this...

Manuel Ellis was a 33-year-old African-American Tacoma, Washington man killed by police on March 3, 2020. Those in Tacoma are very familiar with this case and have been waiting for justice for Manny and his family. In this episode, Morgan and Isaiah discuss what has happened since the trial began on Oct 3 and how you can support the Ellis family. instituteforblackjustice.org/black-robe-podcast-1 B...

We’ve all noticed the uptick in violence among our youth here in Pierce County and throughout the United States. In this episode of The Black Robe, we talk to Carolyn and Malik from Peace Point about how, as a community, we can turn the tide. instituteforblackjustice.org/black-robe-podcast-1 Bookmark us linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice⁠

Voting matters. Period. Carol Mitchell and IBJ Intern Isaiah Lenard discuss the history of voting and why IBJ commits to Back The Vote every year https://instituteforblackjustice.org/black-robe-podcast-1   Bookmark us for easy access to all of our content: ⁠ https://linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice⁠ Find where to vote in your state Stay tuned for the official launch of the IBJ Voters Toolkit #bl...

The Tenants Bill Of Rights is on the ballot this November. We see the direct impacts of the housing crisis in our work at IBJ; In this Black Robe Episode, we went in and had a deep discussion with Morgan Smith and Isaiah Lenard on the Tacoma Tenant Bill Of Rights and just how important it is for all of us to get out there and vote in EVERY ELECTION. This one is juicy y’all! https://youtu.be/6H-W4O...

Hannibal Johnson, the keynote for the Institute For Black Justice 2023 Freedom Summer Symposium, educates the audience on the history of the Greenwood district, also known as Black Wall Street. Keep up with us tinyurl.com/IBJ-Newsletter Find us online linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice

What is vegan haircare anyways? Carol sits down with Sally from Beyond The Curls to discuss natural haircare and the journey to entrepreneurship. www.beyondthecurls.co Bookmark us for easy access to all of our content: https://linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice #gethtatbag

Just 2 weeks left until the Freedom Summer Symposium Seats are limited. Get your tickets today instituteforblackjustice.org/event-registration-1

Tia and IBJ Intern Faith sit down with Quincy, co-owner of Campfire Coffee to talk about his path to entrepreneurship and getting the bag while still holding to the mission, vision, and values of putting community first. www.welovecampfire.com https://instituteforblackjustice.org/black-robe-podcast-1 Bookmark us for easy access to all of our content: https://linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice #get...

In collaboration with Conversation 253, IBJ facilitates a deep and meaningful discussion with Vonda Sargent J.D. and Dr. Carolyn Weisz on the prevalence of discrimination in the civil court systems. Bookmark us for easy access to all of our content: https://linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice

What is Institute For Black Justice and what exactly do we do? Your questions answered in this episode. Find everywhere we are https://linktr.ee/Instituteforblackjustice