What makes the Hank & Billye Suber Aaron Young Scholars Summer Research Institute so impactful for students? In this episode, Ms. Kennedy Ruff, a proud graduate of the Institute, interviews Ms. Carissa Dixon, a Duke School of Medicine employee, about her son Sam’s transformative experience in the program. Through the program’s focus on writing, research, and presentation skills, Sam gained a deeper understanding of the economic, social, and political forces that shape inequality. Listen as Ms. Dixon reflects on how the Institute empowered Sam and other students of color, equipping them with the confidence and tools to navigate their futures, and as she shares the vital role of parental involvement, career exploration, and networking in preparing the next generation for success. Tune in to hear more about how this program is shaping future leaders and why it’s an invaluable resource for students and parents alike.

Voices in Equity is edited and produced by Earfluence.

We invite you to check out the new Cook Center website at socialequity.duke.edu to learn more about the Cook center’s research, programming, multimedia, and educational activities.

In the latest episode of Voices in Equity, Dr. William A. "Sandy" Darity, Jr. is joined by Dr. Iwinosa Idahor, Dr. Daniel Kelvin Bullock, Dr. Gwen Wright, and Ms. Kennedy Ruff for a discussion on the transformative impact of the Hank & Billye Suber Aaron Young Scholars Summer Research Institute. Through their insights, we gain a deeper understanding of how the program empowers high school students to engage with issues of equity and justice, providing a platform for impactful advocacy and policy-making as well as some of the professional opportunities the program provides to public school teachers. Listen to find out how the institute's focus on equitable education, partnership, program growth, and essential skills development all contribute to preparing students to be advocates for social equity and justice.

Voices in Equity is edited and produced by Earfluence.

We invite you to check out the new Cook Center website at socialequity.duke.edu to learn more about the Cook center’s research, programming, multimedia, and educational activities.

How exactly can we support Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurship in Durham, North Carolina, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic? In this episode of Voices in Equity, the official podcast of the Samuel Dubois Cook Center on Social Equity at Duke University, Dr. William “Sandy” Darity hosts a critical discussion on the state of Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurship in Durham, North Carolina. The conversation delves into the historical and contemporary challenges these businesses face, particularly in a post-pandemic economy. Join distinguished experts Mayor Leonardo Williams, Bertha Winbush, Kevin Dick, and Victoria Samayoa as we explore collaborative efforts between local government, nonprofits, institutions of higher education, and the business community to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for Black entrepreneurs.

Voices in Equity is edited and produced by Earfluence.

We invite you to check out the new Cook Center website at socialequity.duke.edu to learn more about the Cook center’s research, programming, multimedia, and educational activities.