From Corporate to Community: Dominic Turner & Sunshine Hodges on Building a Legacy of Advocacy

Join us in this episode of the RISE Urban Nation Podcast as we explore the transformative journeys of Dominic Turner and Sunshine Hodges, leaders of the Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy. Dominic shares his transition from a corporate career to founding a nonprofit that focuses on empowering underserved communities in Atlanta. Sunshine discusses her integral role in building the foundation’s strategies and fostering impactful partnerships.

Key takeaways:

• Overcoming fear to pursue your calling.
• The importance of mentorship and coalition building.
• How corporate skills can transform nonprofit initiatives.
• The power of community support in driving social change.

Learn about their innovative mentorship program for high school students and how their first event laid the groundwork for future successes. Gain insights into navigating challenges in nonprofit leadership and the actionable steps to build a sustainable impact.

Connect with the Turner Foundation:

• Website: joincommunityadvocacy.org
• Facebook: Turner Foundation on Facebook
• Instagram: @turner_foundation
• LinkedIn: Turner Foundation LinkedIn

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