Before aging out of the foster care system, Avenues West resident Angel Shelton never knew her struggles were meant for a greater purpose. She now guides efforts to improve the lives of youths in foster care.
NNS Spotlight
An occasional series that highlights groups and people worth knowing in Milwaukee.
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La Causa: Empowering the community for over 50 years
La Causa is a community service agency that includes a K-8 school, an early education center and a social services division.
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Professional swimmer from South Side chases international dreams
Swimming is more than just a sport for Emilio Perez, 22, who’s chasing his Olympic goals. It’s a lifestyle built on discipline, business and representation.
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‘Walk with their head held high’: Barbershop at Rufus King gives free cuts and confidence to students
Rufus King International High School English teachers Cameron LeFlore and Emmanuel Johnson provide free haircuts after school to students.
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‘True definition of strength’: How this Milwaukee man fights through sickle cell disease
James Griffin has battled sickle cell since childhood. After facing misconceptions and challenges, he shares his story to inspire others and raise awareness.
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‘Quiet power’: How Oby Nwabuzor centers public health in her real estate development firm
Oby Nwabuzor, a Milwaukee native, works at the intersection of public health, real estate development and systems innovation.
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‘A celebration of where we come from’: Milwaukee couple open their second dealership
Terranda and Festus Akinyinka turned their challenges into success, building their business, Festus Auto Sales, from scratch.
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How this Black pilot in Milwaukee earned his license to fly at age 18
Private pilot Arian Rice continues to pursue his career in aviation while encouraging other minorities to chase their dreams.
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After 30 years, Acts Housing is finding new ways to make homeownership accessible in Milwaukee
The nonprofit’s services include homebuyer education classes, coaching, counseling and loans.
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Milwaukee teens discover careers and identity at TRUE Skool
Milwaukee teens grow their purpose and receive mentorship and professional development during free summer sessions at TRUE Skool.