The community will have two opportunities to have a public discussion on two very important subjects affecting humanity. First, Michelle Walker, Executive Director of Miracles Outreach, talks about a panel discussion planned for October 12 “How To Stop Human Trafficking”. https://woodsonmuseum.org/how-to-stop-human-trafficking-discussion/ Secondly, Micheal Jalazo from Pinellas Ex-offender Re-entry Coalition and Kiara Rucker who is the… Read more »
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MidPoint: The Search for Justice at the Dozier School for Boys
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