On The Rashad Richey Morning Show, Dr. Rashad Richey engaged in a captivating interview with esteemed guests, Dr. Elaine Thurmond, President of the Douglas-Carroll-Paulding (DCP) Counties Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Annette Burgess, Co-Chair of DCP Educational Development Committee and its Martin Luther King (MLK) Impact Day. The interview served as an illuminating discussion, delving into the rich history, profound significance, and forthcoming event of Douglas-Carroll-Paulding Counties Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated's MLK Impact Day on January 15, 2024.
The Douglas-Carroll-Paulding Counties Alumnae Chapter, affectionately known as DCP, has played a pivotal role in the community. Celebrating 17 years of service, scholarship, sisterhood, and social action, the Chapter has been a beacon of light, improving the quality of life for citizens in the Douglas, Carroll, and Paulding counties, located west of Atlanta. Through various initiatives, such as political candidate forums, voter registration and education, community baby showers, and support for domestic violence victims, DCP has made a lasting impact on their community.
During the interview, Dr. Thurmond emphasized the importance of MLK Impact Day, stating "Our ML King Day event was actually created 11 years ago to address the concerns with African American males being pulled over by the police and being harmed." Initially concentrated on educational sessions for young men, the event has since broadened its scope to encompass young women and parents, while continuing to uphold Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision by empowering and enlightening the youth. The sessions delve into various subjects, including fostering respectful interactions with law enforcement, nurturing strong parent-child relationships, dressing for professional success, and promoting financial literacy.
This year's MLK Impact Day is expected to promote the much-appreciated unity among the residents. Ms. Burgess confirmed that valuable community resources will be available at the event, stating, "We have the Douglas County Task Force on Family Violence, the Share House that will be on site to answer questions and offer support." The sessions offered will cover a wide range of topics including mental health, substance abuse awareness, and personal finance education, catering to both students and the broader community.
In concluding the interview, Dr. Richey prompted Dr. Thurmond to deliver an empowering message to the eager listeners before their departure. Recognizing the significance of a strong beginning, Dr. Thurmond, with utmost passion, fervently urged everyone to embrace the mantra of "It''s the way that you start it. You want to start it on the right foot." This succinct yet profound statement encapsulates the essence of achieving success and sets the stage for what lies ahead.
In essence, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated's MLK Impact Day serves as an influential platform that pays tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream while sparking profound change within the community. Boasting a rich history of academic excellence, community service, and empowerment, this event promises all attendees an inspiring and educational experience. To hear the entire interview, click the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning 'Rashad Richey Morning Show' on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the 'Dr. Rashad Richey Review' on SiriusXM's Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey' on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master's thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master's thesis was adapted into a book titled, 'Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures', which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre b0ok on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
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Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
