James Griffin has battled sickle cell since childhood. After facing misconceptions and challenges, he shares his story to inspire others and raise awareness.
NNS Spotlight
An occasional series that highlights groups and people worth knowing in Milwaukee.
Posted inCommunity, NNS Spotlight
‘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.
Posted inCommunity, NNS Spotlight
‘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.
Posted inCommunity, NNS Spotlight
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.
Posted inCommunity, Housing, NNS Spotlight
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.
Posted inCommunity, Education, NNS Spotlight
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.
Posted inCommunity, Education, NNS Spotlight
A nonprofit installs bookshelves for children inside two Milwaukee laundromats
Jacarrie Kicks for Kids partners with Suds Your Duds Coin Laundry to bring books to children.
Posted inHealth and Wellness, NNS Spotlight
He survived a heart attack. Now he wants other Black men to do the same.
Michael Adams wants Black men to take care of themselves by listening to their instincts and trusting the health care system.
Posted inCommunity, NNS Spotlight
How one father developed a doula program for dads
Joshua Liston-Zawadi is using his experiences to help other dads navigate the birthing process.
Posted inCriminal justice, NNS Spotlight
Here’s why some in Milwaukee say we can’t afford to lose Emily Sterk
Emily Sterk is completing a national fellowship at the Milwaukee Turners, where she humbly blends rigorous research and coalition-building to confront mass incarceration.