On this edition of the Mother’s Justice Show, Sylvia Feliciano of Solace Mind fills in for Harriett and welcomes Hayward Evans to talk about the April 4th Day of Remembrance: Honoring Dr. King's Legacy.

​Hayward Evans is a prominent community leader in Seattle, serving as the co-convener of the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee (MLKCC). In this role, he has been instrumental in organizing events that honor Dr. King's legacy and promote civil rights awareness within the community. For instance, Evans has coordinated annual tree lighting ceremonies at the Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights Memorial Park, a tradition since 2019 aimed at symbolizing the historical contributions of African Americans and fostering inspiration for future generations. ​Mr. Evans is also an advisor on the board of directors for Americans 4 Equality, an organization dedicated to promoting social justice and equality.

and then ​Kyana Wheeler and Dayo Vice join Sylvia to discuss Addressing Racial Trauma: Integrating Mental Health into Social Justice Work

​Kyana Wheeler is a dedicated advocate for racial equity and social justice, with over 20 years of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). She holds a Master of Education in Organizational Leadership and a Master of Public Administration in Policy Development. Throughout her career, Kyana has focused on implementing systemic change within large organizations, emphasizing anti-racist data analysis, systems evaluation, group facilitation, and leadership development. ​Kyana's professional journey includes serving as Deputy Manager of the Race and Social Justice Initiative for the City of Seattle, where she played a pivotal role in advancing racial and social justice policies. She also contributed as a board member of the Non-Profit Anti-Racism Coalition (NPARC), supporting organizations in practicing institutional anti-racism. In 2023, she joined PRR Inc. as the Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, leading efforts to embed equitable practices within the organization and its client engagements. Kyana wears many hats in her personal life – wife, mother, and spoken word artist, using her art as a platform to connect with community and generate discussions that imagine a world more humane, just and free.

Dayo Vice is a nationally respected facilitator, educator, and equity strategist with over two decades of experience using performance and storytelling to drive social change. With a foundation in Improvised Theatre and influence from Augusto Boal’s Theatre of the Oppressed, she integrates theater-based methods into anti-racism education, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Her work bridges the arts and equity, helping groups confront harmful systems and move toward authentic, systemic change. Known for her ability to create brave spaces rooted in vulnerability, trust, and collaboration, Dayo has trained leaders across government, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. Her experience leading a non-hierarchical theater company sharpened her skills in inclusive leadership and creative problem-solving. At the core of her practice is the belief that justice and innovation are collective efforts—and that true transformation happens when communities commit to both truth and connection.

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