On The Porch with Rose Stuckey Kirk

Rose’s first guest is the civil rights icon, author and activist Ruby Bridges. At just six years old, Ruby was the first African American child to desegregate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans on November 14, 1960. Her courageous act sparked a movement across education that continues today. Tune in and learn how this event changed Ruby’s life and inspired a lifelong commitment to advocating for social justice and equality in schools across the nation.

All views and opinions expressed by speakers in this event are the speakers' own and do not necessarily represent Verizon's views.

Warning: This episode includes strong language in connection with the speaker's description of her experience with racial discrimination.

Growing up in the South, big decisions were often made in one location —the front porch. Verizon's Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer, Rose Stuckey Kirk will tune listeners into real conversations like she used to have on her porch, but this time the topics will range from pressing issues on social justice, climate, communities, economy, equality and more. Join Rose as she engages in conversation with powerful thought leaders on topics that remind us the path to a better future starts from studying our past.

Episode 2 of On the Porch with Rose Stuckey Kirk will feature Stephanie Mehta, CEO and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures, the parent company of Fast Company and Inc. During their discussion, Rose and Stephanie will dive into a deep conversation on the definition and impact of innovation, media, and Gen Z leaders today.

All views and opinions expressed by speakers in this event are the speakers' own and do not necessarily represent Verizon's views.

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