Black Wealth Unlocked Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative

Welcome to the last episode of the series: The South has something to say! In this thought-provoking episode, host Dr. Janelle Williams is joined by esteemed guests Tamieka Mosley from GrantMakers for Southern Progress, Kelly Burton from Black Innovation Alliance, and April Albright from Black Voters Matter, as they delve deep into the importance of collective power, shared experiences, and the assault on Black communities within the diaspora.
Our guest speakers share their personal journeys and experiences, highlighting the power of grassroots organizing and using the law to fight for justice. They touch upon landmark cases, such as the Black farmers' lawsuit, where reparations were not fully attained but progress was made in reclaiming land taken from them.
The discussion also reveals the powerful connection between economic empowerment and political participation, showcasing the transformational impact of providing mortgages to Black communities. Our guests stress the importance of understanding the historical movements for independence and supporting nations fighting for wealth-building policies.
Join us on this eye-opening journey as we uncover the struggles, victories, and ongoing fight for Black liberation and economic justice in the South and beyond. Stay tuned to Black Wealth Unlocked to unlock Black wealth and explore the solutions, strategies, and initiatives that can create a fair and just democracy.
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Join host Kim Addie, Vice president of Strategy and Impact at the Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative, and special guest Harriett Williams, co-founder and Vice President of the Village Micro Fund, as they delve into the transformative power of partnerships in building and empowering Black businesses. In this episode of Black Wealth Unlocked, you’ll discover how Village Micro Fund is bridging the gap in investments for underserved communities and providing creative financial solutions.
Harriett shares the inspiring story of Westview Pizza Kitchen, the first business that Village Micro Fund supported through a crowdfunded loan. Learn how this loan allowed the business to purchase a pizza oven, increasing its efficiency and transforming the lives of its owners. Harriett emphasizes the significant impact that business ownership has on families, communities, and future generations.
Together, Kim and Harriett explore the importance of trust and meaningful relationships in empowering communities. They discuss the urgent need to address the predicted decline in Black families net worth and the innovative community wealth-building practices that can reverse this trend.
Understand the power of education, capital, and support in enabling Black entrepreneurs to build generational wealth. Through Village Micro Fund's comprehensive cohort program, over 300 businesses have received funding, consultation, and the opportunity to pitch their ideas. 
Join us as we uncover the power of partnership in driving change, empowering communities, and creating a legacy of lasting wealth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about supporting Black businesses and building a more equitable future.
Tune in to Black Wealth Unlocked on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for this empowering conversation with Kim Addie and Harriett Williams as they explore the untapped potential of partnership in creating generational wealth within Black communities.
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Join host Dr. Janelle Williams, CEO and Co-Founder of Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative (AWBI), and guest Dr. Alex Camardelle, AWBI VP of Research and Policy, as they delve into the concept of Black wealth and its significance for the Black community. In this thought-provoking episode of Black Wealth Unlocked, the Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative's groundbreaking podcast, they explore how wealth equates to freedom and liberation, along with the role that data and public policy play in shaping Black wealth outcomes. 
With a focus on the structural determinants of Black community wealth, AWBI aims to dismantle systemic racism and empower individuals to live freely. They discuss the power that transforming the economic landscape and protecting democracy has in the struggle to build Black wealth, while emphasizing the need for race explicit solutions to combat historic discrimination.  
Janelle and Alex also explore the dynamic and diverse meaning of Black wealth, and how it is vital to create better outcomes for Black communities. Through this episode, discover how Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative is working towards building Black wealth by amplifying community voices, challenging policymakers and philanthropy, and rewriting existing policies and practices.  
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and watch on YouTube as Black Wealth Unlocked brings you another captivating episode centered around building Black wealth and rewriting the narrative of racial injustice.
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Welcome to a captivating episode of Black Wealth Unlocked, proudly presented by the Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative (AWBI). In this episode, AWBI CEO and Co-Founder Dr. Dr. Janelle Williams invites a special guest, co-founder of AWBI, Tené Traylor, to the mic for an intimate conversation about the genesis, growth, and the future of AWBI.
Join us as Janelle and Tené traverse the remarkable journey of AWBI including the organization's birth during the challenging times such as the pandemic and civil unrest, its unwavering commitment to Black empowerment, and its profound impact on communities in Atlanta and beyond.

Janelle and Tené also discuss the future of the AWBI and its mission to redefine wealth for Black communities, focusing on shared prosperity as the cornerstone of its vision.
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Connect with Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative:
Website: https://www.atlantawealthbuilding.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlawbi/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATLAWBI/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7jJbcsbCLdS_LaFMKleYxw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/awbi Audio & Video Production by Adode Media www.adodemedia.com