Faith in Elections: HBCUs Look to History and Lead with Love
Jenan Mohajir interviews Dr. Da'Tarvia Parrish, an award-winning professor at Livingstone College and proud African Methodist Episcopal Zionite, on the pivotal role of Historically Black colleges and universities in the voting rights movement and how Gen Z voters are engaging in civic life.
Voices of Interfaith America · Becca Hartman-Pickerill, Silma Suba, Keisha TK Dutes, Manny Faces, Noah Silverman, Rheya Spigner, Da'Tarvia Parrish, Rachel Crowe, Johanna Zorn, Rollie Olson, Te'J Rodriguez
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Show Notes
In this episode, Jenan Mohajir interviews Dr. Da'Tarvia Parrish, an award-winning and energetic professor at Livingstone College, proud AME Zionite, and author of Jailbirds Don't Fly. Born in prison to an incarcerated parent, Dr. Parrish shares how her faith and community shaped her dedication to civic engagement. She also discusses the role of Historically Black colleges and universities in safeguarding voting rights and engaging young voters. Highlighting the historical challenges of voter suppression, Dr. Parrish emphasizes the need for unity and inclusivity in the democratic process.
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