Chasing Justice

Chasing Justice
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Chasing Justice is your guide to see God’s goodness for our world and learn to live justly.

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    Justice Work Burnout and Resilience #WeGotThis 😅👥

    Mikayla Nembhard and Sandra explore how communal self-care and rest sustain long-term justice work. Sandra shares insights on overcoming burnout, processing emotions and offers practical ways to cultivate resilience. Join us to learn how rest can become an act of resistance and why community support is key to staying engaged in the work of justice.   Sandra Van Opstal is the Executive Director of Chasing Justice. Sandra is a second-gen Latina living on the west side of Chicago. She is an international speaker, author, and activist. Sandra’s initiatives in holistic justice equip communities around the world to practice biblical solidarity and mutuality.   Mikayla Nembhard is a Content Creator at Chasing Justice. She is a television producer and editor of On The Path as seen on Yes TV Canada. And she co-hosts The Brave Girls Podcast for Brave Global, a charity designed to empower and uplift young women and girls everywhere. Mikayla holds a BA in bilingual communications from York University.    We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    Making An Impact On Campus #changemakers 😎💪

    Our podcast producer, Roslyn Hernández sits down with Justin Guaman to explore how Gen Z can engage in social justice and civic advocacy. Justin shares his journey from a justice-impacted youth to an advocate for marginalized communities, offering insights on finding courage through community, starting small, and collaborating for change. Tune in to discover how you can make a difference on campus and beyond, one step at a time.   Justin Guaman is a Queens native of Ecuadorian descent. He has been on staff with InterVarsity for five years. And is currently overseeing two student chapters in NYC. Justin has a degree in Criminal Justice from John Jay College. He’s been working with justice-impacted youth at Riker’s Island, Harlem, and other NYC communities since 2018. Justin’s passion for this work is rooted in his journey as a justice-impacted youth. Since then, Justin has been working and wrestling at the intersection of Faith & Justice.   Roslyn M. Hernández creates resources for the spiritual formation and empowerment of emerging generations through her work as Project Manager at the Fuller Youth Institute and Podcast Producer at Chasing Justice. As a Contributor at Think Christian, her thought-provoking articles and conversations bridge the gap between faith and pop culture. Roslyn is also a Spiritual Director, Public Theologian, and Podcaster providing space for Indigenizing, holy listening, discernment, and healing.    We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    What is Mutual Aid? #Community 🫱🏿‍🫲🏾💕🫱🏾‍🫲🏼

    Chealsia and Katie unpack what mutual aid means and what it can look like in action. Katie shares how mutual aid goes beyond charity by centering relationships, listening, and empowering communities to create their own solutions. Join this conversation and discover how mutual aid can transform how we care for one another! Katie Nguyen Palomares is Program Manager at Kingdom Capital Network, Sound Engineer at Chasing Justice, and co-host of The Beauty In-Between Podcast. She is passionate about supporting others to make Kingdom impact through their everyday rhythms & community. Off-duty, you’ll find her reading, climbing, or enjoying coffee and good conversation. Chealsia Smedley is a writer, editor, and content manager with Chasing Justice. Chealsia is passionate about storytelling that sparks curiosity and drives compassionate action. She produces and hosts the Created For podcast, supporting BIPOC Christians in walking with Jesus and living out their callings. In her free time, she enjoys dancing the Lindy Hop and other Black vernacular jazz dances. We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    Civic Engagement in Your Community #Neighborhood 🏘️🫱🏼‍🫲

    Chealsia sits down with Tamir Bell to explore what it means to make a difference beyond the voting booth. Tamir shares his journey, from middle school to bridging gaps in his community, confronting ageism, and staying grounded in faith while advocating for justice. Tune in to hear practical ways to get involved, overcome barriers, and identify your passions to take action for change.   Tamir Bell's passion for public service began with grassroots organizing, connecting communities with resources to drive progress. As a Gen Z Precinct Committee person and as Political Director to State Rep. Maurice West, he has championed innovative solutions across Illinois. Tamir also serves as Chairperson of the Jackson Charter School Board and is a YMCA board member, focusing on family programs and community well-being. He inspires youth to engage locally, reminding them, "We can't change the world, but we can change our small corner of the world."   Chealsia Smedley is a writer, editor, and content manager with Chasing Justice. Chelsea is passionate about storytelling that sparks curiosity and drives compassionate action. She produces and hosts the Created For podcast, supporting BIPOC Christians in walking with Jesus and living out their callings. In her free time, she enjoys dancing the Lindy Hop and other Black vernacular jazz dances.   We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    Do Your Voting Homework! #Informed 😎

    Propaganda encourages Gen Z to stay sharp, fact-check, and not get caught up in emotional reactions. Let’s dive into the importance of local elections, the traps of single-issue voting, and how to avoid disinformation.  Mentioned in this episode: ballotpedia.org   Propaganda is an artist, author whose music and prose explore themes of divergence and connection. His worldview was shaped by his father, a former Black Panther, and the multicultural Latino LA neighborhood where he gre up. Prop taught high school for six years, and helped found two charter schools in LA. He is a published author and podcast host sharing his insights on politics and culture through Hood Politics with Prop. Lashunda Lott, a Chicago native, is a deacon at Grace and Peace Church and a graduate of North Park University in Biblical and Theological Studies. She creates content for Chasing Justice and co-leads the “H.E.R” podcast, exploring topics from the perspective of young Black women. Outside of ministry, Lashunda works with her mom at La’Delish Catering. Passionate about outreach, Lashunda builds community through creative methods, sharing God’s truth and love. We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    Does my vote count? #vote 🗳️

    Let’s dive into the power of voting and why it’s about more than just picking the next president! Our guest, Kayla Griffin, a passionate advocate for voting rights, shares how decisions made at the local level—from school boards to public funding—affect our daily lives just as much as national elections. Mentioned in this Episode: www.vote411.org  | www.vote.org | www.whenweallvote.org Kayla Griffin, a native of Youngstown, OH, is a dedicated public servant committed to uplifting her community. She serves as the Ohio State Director for All Voting is Local and President of the Cleveland Branch of the NAACP. Kayla is also an ordained elder, published author, and speaker, using her platform to advocate for justice and equity. Our host for this episode is Elena De La Paz! She is a Content Creator with Chasing Justice passionate about storytelling that challenges the "othering" of people, aiming to reveal our shared humanity. As a biracial person of color and an advocate for multicultural and intercultural living, Elena works with migrant communities abroad with Casa Esperanza. while exploring hospitality, generosity, and solidarity across cultures, races, and languages. Casa Esperanza is serving the migrant population that is passing through the northern border town of Los Chiles, Costa Rica, providing free meals and lodging to families in vulnerable situations. We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    How do we hold space for disagreement? #debate ❌ #conversation ✅

    Let’s be real—disagreements are everywhere in the work of justice, especially during an election year. But how do we handle them without losing focus on the bigger mission? In this episode of Chasing Justice, we’re breaking down how to keep it respectful and productive. Tune in for some helpful tips!  Mentioned in this episode: The episode was in partnership with @iamccda We hope to see folks at the National Conference in Portland. https://ccda.org/train-connect/ccda-national-conference ccda.org/conference   Roslyn Hernández is the CJ Podcast Producer. She Produces The FYI on Youth Ministry podcast at the Fuller Youth Institute (FYI). Roslyn lived in México City as a child and grew up in the Central Valley of California. Roslyn hosts the Bible Tea with Roslyn Hernández podcast, she is also a Spiritual Director and writer. Benji Moncivaiz is COO of CJ and has been in Organizational Development consulting for mission-driven organizations at the intersection of social justice, technology, and community building.  As a Latino who has lived and worked in various countries he lives in the liminal spaces. We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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    How to Start Your Civic Engagement Journey: #LevelUp

    This season of the Chasing Justice podcast, Sandra will be handing the mic to the Chasing Justice team of Gen Z and young Millennial leaders who are making a difference in their communities as we explore what it means to be engaged socially and civically together.    This season, we're going to be hearing from a range of young leaders on topics surrounding civic engagement beyond voting, how to choose which issues to engage in, the challenge of disagreeing well, and how collective action makes a difference.   Mentioned in this episode: ccda.org/conference   We have an active Patreon community where you can access the full video interview and more resources. Support Chasing Justice || Patreon: patreon.com/ChasingJustice  ||  PayPal: paypal.me/ChasingJustice || Donate: chasingjustice.com/donate

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Chasing Justice is your guide to see God’s goodness for our world and learn to live justly.

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