The Community Pulse

Proactive Community Services
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"Join us as we highlight the inspiring work of local businesses and organizations in the South Suburbs of Chicago. In this series, we sit down with community leaders to discuss their impactful initiatives, collaborations, and efforts to make a difference. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant community!"

  1. Jul 17

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  2. Jul 2

    Episode 4 LGBTQ rights in Illinois

    Kendall Matias of Proactive Community Services is a public‑health professional whose work strongly intersects with LGBTQ+ rights and health equity in Illinois. While the search results do not show a specific public statement or interview where she “discusses LGBTQ rights,” her professional record demonstrates sustained leadership in LGBTQ‑affirming health programs and community advocacy across the state.

  3. Jun 22

    A brief History of Pride Month by Kendall Matias

    Kendall Matias shares a concise, sourced history of Pride Month—as it would be explained in a brief educational overview—centers on the Stonewall Uprising of June 1969, which is universally recognized as the catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement.

  4. Jun 19

    Kendall Matias and Kenneth Brown discuss "PrEP" The drug used to reduce the risk of contracting HIV

    Kendall Matias and Kenneth Brown from Proactive Community Services lead an engaging discussion on PrEP, the once‑daily medication that dramatically reduces the risk of contracting HIV. Drawing on their experience in community outreach, they break down how PrEP works, who can benefit from it, and why increasing access and education is essential for public health. Their conversation highlights the importance of empowerment, prevention, and reducing stigma through open dialogue and accurate information

  5. Jun 12

    The Community Pulse with Erika Alle

    Erika’s journey began with a background in art psychotherapy, but after 9/11, she saw how food insecurity gripped Chicago’s South and West sides. She pivoted toward urban agriculture to address poverty, racism, and violence through wealth-building and land stewardship. Her founding mission was clear: create community-based food systems that empower people to grow, prepare, and distribute food within their own neighborhoods.

  6. Jun 12

    The Community Pulse with Brett Cosich - Proven IT

    Bruce Cosich is known for championing a workplace culture that values relationship-building, technical excellence, and community impact. Proven IT now boasts over 200 employees, one of the largest IT staffs in its industry, and partnerships with major organizations like the Chicago Bears, White Sox, and Northwestern Athletics.

  7. Jun 12

    The Community Pulse with Rochelle Davenport from Zing Health

    Rochelle Davenport serves as a Community Outreach Specialist at Zing Health, where her work bridges the gap between healthcare innovation and real-world community needs. Zing Health is a Medicare Advantage provider that focuses on underserved populations, offering personalized care models that integrate primary care providers with holistic support teams—including nurse care managers, behavioral health clinicians, and social workers.

  8. Jun 12

    The Community Pulse with Karen Sutton Ford of Sutton Ford.

    Karen Sutton-Ford stands as a trailblazer in the automotive industry—one of only four women nationwide to own a Ford dealership. Her leadership at Sutton Ford in Matteson, Illinois, is not just about selling cars; it’s about legacy, representation, and breaking barriers

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"Join us as we highlight the inspiring work of local businesses and organizations in the South Suburbs of Chicago. In this series, we sit down with community leaders to discuss their impactful initiatives, collaborations, and efforts to make a difference. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant community!"

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  • Creator
    Proactive Community Services
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Proactive Community Services
  • Show Website
    The Community Pulse