Empathy & Legacy: Transforming Civil Rights Trauma into Positive Change with Dwania Kyles

This episode features an in-depth conversation with Dwania Kyles, a pioneer of the Memphis 13, who shares her journey of desegregation, the challenges of navigating through racism and bullying, and her insights on coping, resilience, and the power of gratitude and love. Kyles discusses her parents' involvement in the civil rights movement, her personal experiences with segregation, and her work with the Memphis 13 Foundation to preserve the legacy of those who courageously paved the way for integration. The discussion also delves into the importance of creating safe spaces, healing from trauma, and utilizing love and empathy to drive change.

00:00 Early Life and Civil Rights Legacy

02:39 The Journey of Desegregation

05:38 Experiences of Segregation and Racism

08:07 Coping, Resilience, and Healing

31:05 The Memphis 13 Foundation and Future Visions