The Breakthrough Podcast https://foropportunity.org/series/breakthrough-podcast/ Understanding the power of civil society to meet the growing needs of the most vulnerable communities. Includes conversations with community leaders, experts, local nonprofits, and area businesses that are meeting the needs of those living in poverty. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:10:00 +0000 Understanding the power of civil society to meet the growing needs of the most vulnerable communities. Includes conversations with community leaders, experts, local nonprofits, and area businesses that are meeting the needs of those living in poverty. episodic Understanding the power of civil society to meet the growing needs of the most vulnerable communities. Includes conversations with community leaders, experts, local nonprofits, and area businesses that are meeting the needs of those living in poverty. false https://foropportunity.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/BreakthroughPodcastSquare-Logo.png The Breakthrough Podcast https://foropportunity.org/series/breakthrough-podcast/ Understanding the power of civil society to meet the growing needs of the most vulnerable communities. Includes conversations with community leaders, experts, local nonprofits, and area businesses that are meeting the needs of those living in poverty. No yes 28b00871-c738-5e01-8d54-939a6f16e397 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Why Georgia Policies Matter https://foropportunity.org/why-georgia-policy-matters/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 15:55:33 +0000 https://foroppprod.wpenginepowered.com/?p=18601 Buzz Brockway joins us to discuss the policy landscape in Georgia. Georgia is a battleground state and the policies it enacts can have a huge impact on those living in poverty. We discuss why policy matters in Georgia and what we can expect in 2024.

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You can also watch the video of the full podcast on YouTube.

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…more to come soon

You can also watch the video of the full podcast on YouTube.

You can also watch the video of the full podcast on YouTube.

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…more to come soon

You can also watch the video of the full podcast on YouTube.

You can also watch the video of the full podcast on YouTube.

]]> https://foropportunity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Breakthrough-Square-Benefits-Cliffs.png Understanding How Benefits Cliffs Impact Those In Poverty false no 23:33 No no Crtime in Atlanta & What We Can Do About It https://foropportunity.org/podcast/crtime-in-atlanta-what-we-can-do-about-it/ Fri, 27 Oct 2023 17:16:52 +0000 https://foroppprod.wpenginepowered.com/?post_type=podcast&p=18138 We are joined by Josh Crawford, a lawyer and the head of the Criminal Justice Initiative at the Georgia Center for Opportunity. As crime has spiked in many major cities, Josh is leading the charge in addressing the issues that lead to violent crime and helping thousands have safer and more opportunities in their communities.

For more information visit https://foropportunity.org/public-safety

]]> We are joined by Josh Crawford, a lawyer and the head of the Criminal Justice Initiative at the Georgia Center for Opportunity. As crime has spiked in many major cities, Josh is leading the charge in addressing the issues that lead to violent crime and helping thousands have safer and more opportunities in their communities.

For more information visit https://foropportunity.org/public-safety

]]> https://foropportunity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Episode-2-Square.png Crtime in Atlanta & What We Can Do About It false no 32:28 No no Understanding How Inflation Impacts Those In Poverty | Breakthrough Podcast Episode 1 https://foropportunity.org/podcast/understanding-how-inflation-impacts-those-in-poverty/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:09:32 +0000 https://foroppprod.wpenginepowered.com/?post_type=podcast&p=17998 In this new edition of The Breakthrough Podcast, we dive into a topic that we face every day when we read the news or go to the store…Inflation.

It is a complex problem caused by a myriad of systems and choices but the implications are substantial. Inflation is having a catastrophic impact on those living in poverty. We discuss what is causing it and what we must do to address it.

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]]> In this new edition of The Breakthrough Podcast, we dive into a topic that we face every day when we read the news or go to the store…Inflation.

It is a complex problem caused by a myriad of systems and choices but the implications are substantial. Inflation is having a catastrophic impact on those living in poverty. We discuss what is causing it and what we must do to address it.

Listen or watch:

 

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This week I’m joined by GCO’s own Eric Cochling. Eric has been with GCO for decades and spearheaded the revolutionary project titled Hiring Well, Doing Good. Hiring Well Doing Good brings the dignity that comes from work to the underserved in our communities.

https://hiringwelldoinggood.com

 

 

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This week I’m joined by GCO’s own Eric Cochling. Eric has been with GCO for decades and spearheaded the revolutionary project titled Hiring Well, Doing Good. Hiring Well Doing Good brings the dignity that comes from work to the underserved in our communities.

https://hiringwelldoinggood.com

 

 

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This week Chris Rufo of the Documentary Foundation and the director of the eye-opening documentary, America Lost. Chris shares what he learned in his travels through America’s most impoverished cities. The stories and the lives captured will change how you view poverty. We are also honoring a free showing.

If you are interested in learning more visit our site at GeorgiaOpportunity.org/America-lost

 

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This week Chris Rufo of the Documentary Foundation and the director of the eye-opening documentary, America Lost. Chris shares what he learned in his travels through America’s most impoverished cities. The stories and the lives captured will change how you view poverty. We are also honoring a free showing.

If you are interested in learning more visit our site at GeorgiaOpportunity.org/America-lost

 

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This week I’m joined by Belva Dorsey and Darcey Terris, two community leaders that work with organizations changing the lives of those in Columbus, GA. Their work within the Chattahoochee Valley Poverty Reduction Coalition is addressing poverty and identifying systemic failures while gathering community organizations and resources to combat the problem.

 

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This week I’m joined by Belva Dorsey and Darcey Terris, two community leaders that work with organizations changing the lives of those in Columbus, GA. Their work within the Chattahoochee Valley Poverty Reduction Coalition is addressing poverty and identifying systemic failures while gathering community organizations and resources to combat the problem.

 

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This week I’m joined by Chelsea Sabo of the Foster Care Alliance. They approach foster care from the unique perspective by helping mothers address trauma with the intent of reunification. We discuss how they’ve created ways to train and equip mothers in poverty for new opportunities ahead.

 

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This week I’m joined by Chelsea Sabo of the Foster Care Alliance. They approach foster care from the unique perspective by helping mothers address trauma with the intent of reunification. We discuss how they’ve created ways to train and equip mothers in poverty for new opportunities ahead.

 

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]]> https://foropportunity.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Episode-3-Blog.png Episode 3 – Reunification false no 38:02 No no Episode 2 – Relationship https://foropportunity.org/podcast/episode-2-relationship/ Thu, 07 May 2020 15:28:53 +0000 https://foroppprod.wpenginepowered.com/?post_type=podcast&p=11529 https://d1f2pmkajn85sd.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Episode-2.mp3

Dr. Beverly Roseberry is a professor and champion of relationship development. She has been a long-time family educator through our Healthy Families Initiative. She joins us to discuss the need and value brought from teaching, identifying, and maintaining a healthy relationship in vulnerable communities.

 

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Dr. Beverly Roseberry is a professor and champion of relationship development. She has been a long-time family educator through our Healthy Families Initiative. She joins us to discuss the need and value brought from teaching, identifying, and maintaining a healthy relationship in vulnerable communities.

 

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]]> https://foropportunity.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Episode-2Blog.png Episode 2 – Relationship false no 18:37 No no Episode 1 – Cooperation https://foropportunity.org/podcast/breakthrough-podcast-episode-1-cooperation/ Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:16:33 +0000 https://georgiacenterf.wpengine.com/?post_type=podcast&p=11385 Tom Balog of the Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry shares how they are meeting a need and one piece of a complex puzzle. Breakthrough Podcasts highlights those in our communities that are changing the outcomes for so many in need. It’s a community effort that is best handled by neighbors and civil society. For more information about the Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry visit them online at https://lawrencevilleco-op.org/

 

 

]]> Tom Balog of the Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry shares how they are meeting a need and one piece of a complex puzzle. Breakthrough Podcasts highlights those in our communities that are changing the outcomes for so many in need. It’s a community effort that is best handled by neighbors and civil society. For more information about the Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry visit them online at https://lawrencevilleco-op.org/

 

 

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