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Giving people a chance after addiction or incarceration | A Black history art exhibit says farewell

Giving people a chance after addiction or incarceration | A Black history art exhibit says farewell

The founder of the Philly Unknown Project shares how his past inspired him to help others.

Bridging Philly

February 22, 202540m 11s

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Show Notes

Britt James Carpenter is a five-time overdose survivor. After being incarcerated, he found his way to recovery and decided to turn his negative experiences into a source for good. He joins Racquel Williams to talk about his non-profit, Philly Unknown Project, which provides resources to the formerly incarcerated, people experiencing homelessness, and those with substance abuse disorder.

Then, on Shara in the City, the founder of The Colored Girls Museum, Vashti Dubois, takes us through one of the most talked about art exhibitions for Black History Month for one last look before its closing. Shara Dae Howard explores “The Time is Always Now” at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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