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The Chavis Chronicles
April De Simone
Season 6
Episode 604
The Chavis Chronicles welcomes April De Simone, Co-Founder and Partner of Designing the WE. In a dynamic conversation with Dr. Chavis, she shares how her work blends design, policy, and community engagement to confront systemic inequities in urban planning. DeSimone discusses building more inclusive, equitable cities and her vision for design as a catalyst for social justice.
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