Episode 9 Show Notes

Today’s guest in the studio is Dr. Renea Butler King, a friend, colleague, and fellow sojourner for equitable systems for the families and children she serves. As we settled into routines for school and work, we wanted to focus on support for families in the community. We know the phrase it takes a village to raise a child, but let’s delve deeper into what the village is composed of. It's a community, of committed and dedicated people who are brave to create spaces for connection, vulnerability, and open and honest dialogue.

Today’s Episode Overview:

Introduce the theme of the episode: the importance of family in the community, especially for African American families.

Explain that this episode will explore stories, learnings, and joys that come from being supported and acknowledged within our communities.

PART 1

The Role of Family in the Community

Family as a Foundation:

Discuss how families of color often serve as the bedrock of their communities, providing strength, support, and resilience.

Share stories or examples of how family bonds extend beyond the immediate household and into the larger community.

Cultural and Historical Context:

The historical significance of family in communities of color, drawing on cultural traditions, collective resilience, and the passing down of values.

The role of extended families, chosen families, and community elders in preserving cultural heritage.

Closing Thoughts

Reflection:

The richness of the tapestry of our lives is comprised of the relationships that nurture and grow us.

The power of reflection on who I am as an individual begins my identity formation. Investing in myself.

Storytelling: What do I tell? How do I craft my story

What is the tapestry of my life?

Call to Action:

Begin to share and write out your own story.

Reflect on what it means to be a family in the community.

What is the tapestry of my life?

Seek professional support as you unpack your story.

Show notes for In the Background of Life with Kelly Ramsey Episode 9

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse

https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas.html

2200 N. Classen Blvd. Ste 2-600

405.248.9200

People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond

https://pisab.org/

University of Oklahoma-Anne & Henry Zarrow School of Social Work

https://www.ou.edu/cas/socialwork

Iyanla VanZant

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Casey Family Programs

https://www.casey.org/contact/

2001 Eight Ave., Ste 2700

Seattle, WA 98121

206.282.7300

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Genogram

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