Empowering African-American Boys Through Literacy with Dr. Kimberly Lloyd

Speaking of Phenomenal Podcast

In this episode of Speaking of Phenomenal, host Amy Boyle speaks with Dr. Kimberly Lloyd, a Chicago police officer and founder of We Got You Covered, a nonprofit focused on addressing the literacy gap for African-American boys. Dr. Lloyd shares her journey from education to law enforcement, the challenges faced in the education system, and the importance of literacy as a civil rights issue. She discusses the founding of her organization, current initiatives, and the dire state of literacy among youth, particularly African-American boys. The conversation highlights success stories, future aspirations for literacy programs, and ways for listeners to get involved in making a difference in their communities.
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1. Introduction to Literacy and Its Impact (00:00:00)

2. Dr. Kimberly Lloyd's Journey and Mission (00:01:30)

3. The Education System and Its Challenges (00:05:24)

4. Founding We Got You Covered (00:09:15)

5. Engaging with Students in Englewood (00:12:34)

6. Current Initiatives and Programs at WGYC (00:14:51)

7. The State of Literacy and Its Consequences (00:18:03)

8. Success Stories and Hope (00:20:27)

9. Future Aspirations for Literacy Programs (00:22:49)

10. How to Get Involved and Make a Difference (00:24:14)