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How Dion Green Changed Legislation for Victims of Violence and His Current Run for Office
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Ep. 30 Guest host Ebony White delves into the depths of community resilience and grassroots advocacy with guest Dion Green. This show promises to unravel the tapestry of a community's struggle for health equity and the individual journeys of empowerment that fuel collective hope and healing.
Dion Green is the founder and CEO of the Fudge Foundation in Dayton, Ohio. Dion shares his personal story of losing his father in the Oregon District mass shooting and the barriers he faced in accessing support from the Victims of Crime Act. He discusses his advocacy work to change legislation and establish resources for those impacted by violent crime. Dion also talks about his run for District 39 of Ohio House of Representatives and how being a survivor of tragedy fuels his agenda to make communities safer.
Resources:
Flourishing Under Distress Given Encouragement (FUDGE) a 501c3 nonprofit that helps survivors through traumatic experiences with resources and support.
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) formula grants are intended to support victim assistance services for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, drunk driving, homicide, and other crimes.
End Gun Violence Event: Thursday, February 29 10am-1pm Erie County Medical Center Smith Auditorium 462 Grider St., Buffalo, NY
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