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Peace Advocate Reflects On US And Nigerian Gun Violence

Every year the Boulder Council For International Visitors, a nonprofit leadership organization, hosts emerging leaders from around the globe to foster what they call "a network of mutual understanding and respect." This year, a group is hosting citizen diplomats from West Africa. KGNU's Rossana Longo-Better spoke with Ahmed Magem, one of […]

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Storytellers Of Color: Adriana Paola Palacios Luna, A Social Justice Maker

Our guest this morning is Adriana Paola Palacios Luna; mother of three, communicator, sociologist and volunteer community connector. She's passionate about art, science and culture for social justice. Adriana is the Founder of Luna Cultura, which recently celebrated its anniversary at the Boulder Public Library. Adriana Paola Palacios Luna is […]

todayJune 14, 2022 9

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Students Mobilize For Saturday’s March For Our Lives Rally

Thousands will stand up against gun violence this weekend in Denver's March For Our Lives rally. Students have organized rallies in Denver, Longmont and Colorado Springs. During our A Public Affairs Rossana Longo-Better Spoke with two 17-year-old Denver-based student organizers. Brady Roland from Arvada West High School and Carly Kessel […]

todayJune 10, 2022 1

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10 Years Of DACA In Story & Song (Bilingual)

To reflect on the 10th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals known DACA, created in 2012 to provide two-year deferred deportation, a work permit, and increased opportunity for higher education for children brought without documentation. Rossana Longo-Better spoke with Motus Theater founder and artistic director Kirsten Wilson and […]

todayJune 6, 2022 4

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Local Bead Event Empowers Maasai Women

We know the Maasai people for their distinct culture. They live in Tanzania, a world-renowned place for its wildlife that draws lots of travelers. Maasai women, wrap themselves in their brightly-colored shúkas. Angel Mollel is one of them: a Maasai. Angel now lives in Colorado and has been coming up […]

todayJune 3, 2022 1

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A Public Affair: Interview with Illustrator Brian Pinkney

On today's edition of A Public Affair, guest host Michele Simpson speaks with award-winning children's book illustrator and author Brian Pinkney. Mr. Pinkney will be presenting his work this Saturday, June 4th at the Boulder Public Library at 11am. More information is available here. Listen: (Download Audio)

todayMay 30, 2022 4

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What Does It Mean To Be Chicana In Denver?

  The Making of Chicanas: Nurtures & Warriors is a documentary about Denver women with Mexican and Indigenous roots who have dedicated themselves to social justice. KGNU's Rossana Longo-Better spoke with Rowena Alegria, Chief Storyteller of the City of Denver, about the film. Listen: (Download Audio)  

todayMay 26, 2022 1

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