Community Wise Podcast: Black History Told Through Artistic Expression with Sonie Joi Thompson-Ruffin

February is the time we recognize the invaluable contributions that Black Americans have made within our country, the economy, and across the world. It is also a wonderful reminder that Black stories are essential to the ongoing story of America. Our Black History Month podcast will discuss Black history told by artistic expression. LISC KC’s Holly Long talks to Sonie Joi Thompson-Ruffin, fabric artist and co-founder of the African American Artists Collective-Kansas City. Our discussion is candid, humorous, and shines light on the wonders of Black achievement.

The Community Wise Podcast is a conversation between LISC Greater Kansas City Development Officer Holly Long &  practitioners & thought leaders from the Kansas City Metro region in the fields of community development, social enterprise & social justice.