What does it mean to build a partnership, versus partner with communities? Join host Mariam Waliji as she dives into some rich and hefty conversation with Jennifer Martino, Executive Director of Crouch Neighbourhood Resource Centre. Together they talk about what it means to meaningfully partner with community members, the magic that can come from those moments, and why it's important to get a little uncomfortable in the process.
This month's guest is the insightful and brilliant Jennifer Martino, Executive Director of Crouch Neighbourhood Resource Centre. Listen in as Jennifer shares the approach Crouch to building relationships and trust to form meaningful partnerships, not only with other community organizations, but with the community itself. We talk about pace, expectations, and how to make sure all voices have the space to be heard.
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Intro and background music written and performed by the wonderful Jessica O'Neil.
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This podcast is made possible in-part through the generous in-kind sponsorship of Rogers TV London and financial contributions of Libro Credit Union.