Homeless for a Night

Content Warning: Domestic Violence.

Hey, friends! We missed you, but we are back and ready to inspire you more than ever. Today we are speaking with the fabulous political director, principal consultant, domestic violence survivor advocate & entrepreneur Marchel Marcos.

Join us as she sits down with Alexis Hernandez and shares her reasons why she dedicates her energy to others in so many ways. Marchel chats about the organizations that helped her through her most difficult times and how she's giving back after receiving help from others.

Connecting with people who need allyship is so important, so we're excited to teach you how you can be an ally for those experiencing D.V., plus learn how you can get politically involved with your local elected officials.

To learn more about Marchel, check her out on Instagram @dearmarchel.

This is an incredible & informing episode, so we hope you enjoy it.

Episode Resources:
www.thehotline.org
www.safeandtogetherinstitute.com
www.multco.us/dv
www.apano.org

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Join Alexis Hernandez and community organization founder Dwindell Feeley as they chat about Love Your Black Community and all of it's amazing services, the Free Geek Organization; a foundation with a mission to close the digital divide, plus the PDX Free Fridge Initiative; a free food and supplies service in Portland, Oregon.

How you serve others around you immensely affects the world in a positive way. Learn how giving back to others can be fun and fulfilling!

Go to www.PDXfreefridge.com to get involved, or reach out to Dwindell Feeley if you'd like to join in on a youth cooking class.

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Get inspired to spread love to planet earth with Shea Butter and her eco-friendly, customizable clothing brand. Learn tips and tricks on minimizing the environmental impact we have as consumers.
Plus, hear about the small business of the week, Loveofall6loves. Who doesn’t love a good homemade vegan soap, am I right?

www.sheabutterbrand.com

There are so many ways to get involved with your community! Now, more than ever, it’s important to be educated on giving back before gifting your time, energy, and money to others. Join Lex Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they chat about tips and tricks for donating wisely, and spreading kindness.
www.give.org
https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/search-for-tax-exempt-organizations
www.sheabutterbrand.com

Cheers to the end of a year that devastated everyone but the wealthy! This year has created a greater need for charity and community. There are countless people in position to help those in need, including you! Join Lex Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they highlight American author MacKenzie Scott among other ladies who lead by example. Get inspired to get involved!

www.bystanderrevolution.org
www.nostalgialeather.com
www.mackenzie-scott.medium.com

The holidays are here! It's common knowledge that Black Friday is the official kickoff to holiday shopping spree season. But did you know the benefits of giving your purchases to local, independent shops in your neighborhood? Join Alexis Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they discuss small business hero Sarah Shaoul, athletes who are giving back to those in need, plus tips on how you can get involved.

www.sarahshaoul.com
www.bricks-need-mortar.com
www.oregonfoodbank.org
www.lafoodbank.org

Join this discussion about the End SARS movement and hear about the creative actions an indigenous community in Portland, Oregon did to raise awareness and encourage others to vote. Learn how you can get involved and put an end to the injustices committed both inside and outside of our borders.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMHLT-8uQN0
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4ppyfs-diasporans-against-sars?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet

Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in building healthy communities by providing research, services and enabling people to work together for the common good. Global Health Promise helps trafficked mothers and their children worldwide. Learn how you can help them reach their goal of promoting the health and human rights of mothers who are sex workers, and her children.
www.globalhealthpromise.org

From TikTok to Twitter, today's technology driven world offers just as many benefits as risks. Join Alexis Hernandez and her siblings as they discuss the pros and cons of social media, helpful tips for safe practices, and ways you can benefit from social networking.

polarisproject.org

Alexis Hernandez & Dboi LTD are in the Livin' the Dream Studio shedding light on people who are changing the world for the better. Tune in as they discuss comedian Chelsea Handler, athletes and their organizations taking action to fight against racial injustice, Portland's current state of crisis, and how you can help! Plus, Alexis shares her most recent experience of giving back with Fuschia Keliikipi.

https://www.globalhealthpromise.org/
https://www.espn.com/nba
http://anotherlevelportland.com/
https://chelseahandler.com/
https://realjusticepac.org/