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American Black Journal

Emerging Leader Award/Skillman

Season 41 Episode 65

A native Detroiter receives honors for her achievements as a Playwright. We’ll talk with the winner of this year’s emerging leader award given by the U of M Detroit Center. The Skillman Foundation has been working for many years to improve the lives of children. Foundation President Carol Goss and CEO Tonya Allen are here to talk about their latest efforts to help youth in Detroit. Episode 4165

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