This week, Meg and Alex talk about the added responsibility put onto residents in areas of concentrated poverty to keep the standard of living within their community at a baseline level.

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In this episode of The 53206 Cast, Meg and Alex reflect on the complexities of making a positive impact in the community. They share their thoughts on a recent early morning hit-and-run accident that hit close to home, and how it underscores the nuiances within collective and individual responsibility.

They also highlight an event at the We Got This Community Garden, where kids chose gifts for their parents or guardians—an effort to reward kids for their hard work in the summer.

Join Meg and Alex as they explore how the path to transforming the world often weaves together moments of joy and difficulty.

The 53206 Cast: A Conversation with Andre Lee Ellis

In this episode of The 53206 Cast, we’re excited to welcome Andre Lee Ellis, founder of We Got This and the visionary leader of The Cage, a transformative initiative making a profound impact in the heart of Milwaukee.

Andre shares his powerful journey of mentoring youth, building community, and addressing systemic inequities. Through his leadership of The Cage, he has created a space for empowerment, growth, and hope, offering life-changing opportunities to those most affected by societal challenges.

Join us as we explore the vital work happening within 53206, the importance of local activism, and how we can all contribute to creating a more just and equitable world.

Tune in for this inspiring conversation and learn more about the incredible stories and initiatives shaping 53206’s future.