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The Chavis Chronicles

April De Simone

Hosted by civil rights icon Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., a thought-provoking half-hour weekly talk show with an urban American flair featuring interviews with famous leaders and politicians, doctors and scientists, cultural leaders and influencers from around the globe.

April De Simone

Season 6 Episode 604 | 26m 4s | CC

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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