Episode 60: Making the Change with Keri Richmond

In this episode, Lori Poland is joined by Keri Richmond, a changemaker, storyteller, and advocate for children and families.
Through her work in Washington, DC, Keri champions the power of lived experience, engaging in substantive policy expertise on child welfare and health issues. Her influence extends to the halls of Congress and the White House, where she passionately shares recommendations for systemic change.
CEO and founder of Keri Hope CO and a founding executive director of Unbelievably Resilient, Keri orchestrates strategic plans that leverage authentic storytelling to reshape perceptions of foster care.

She believes, the narrative being told splits everyone rather than nurtures the community as “one”. And, she believes in the power of relationships to build resilience and heal. She wants to reignite the passion to reform systems in place.

Keri shares her thoughts on the assumption that someone else is going to help – the bystander effect. That happens a lot that someone else is going to help in this field; everyone can do something. There is power in just showing up!

Lori and Keri talk about “mattering” and the power of connections. Who in your life showed up for you when you needed them?

Resources:

Keri Hope Website

Keri Richmond Instagram

Keri Richmond LinkedIn