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Community Ties

Podcast von Nancy on Norwalk

Englisch

Nachrichten & Politik

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Hosted by Jack Pavia & Romney Donald, Community Ties dives into conversations with people who have vision, drive, and passion, and choose to invest it in Norwalk. Presented by Nancy on Norwalk, the podcast looks to highlight the stories of people, businesses, and organizations in Norwalk.

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Episode Mentorship, Mental Health & Education in Norwalk with Jasmine Prezzie Cover

Mentorship, Mental Health & Education in Norwalk with Jasmine Prezzie

In this episode of Community Ties, we sit down with Jasmine Prezzie, Director of the Norwalk Mentor Program, Board of Education member for Norwalk Public Schools, and a licensed clinician providing mental health services. Together, we explore the critical role mentorship plays in shaping the lives of Norwalk’s youth, how mental health support is evolving within our schools and community, and what it truly means to show up for young people in a meaningful way. Jasmine shares insights from her work across education and clinical spaces, offering a powerful perspective on the intersection of mentorship, mental health, and equity. This conversation highlights the importance of community driven support systems and the impact of investing in the next generation, right here in Norwalk.

11. Mai 2026 - 45 min
Episode Building Systems of Care with Anavivian Escalante and Anamilena Lonergan Cover

Building Systems of Care with Anavivian Escalante and Anamilena Lonergan

In this episode of Community Ties, we sit down with Anavivian Escalante, CEO of Norwalk ACTS, and Anamilena Lonergan, Social Emotional Health Initiative Manager at Norwalk ACTS, for a conversation about mental health, leadership, and the systems that shape community well-being. As Mental Health Awareness Month approaches, we discuss the work being done to support children and families across Norwalk, from social emotional health initiatives to collaboration across schools, city leadership, and community organizations. This conversation reflects on what it takes to build stronger systems of care and how real support is created, sustained, and felt throughout a community. Together, they share their personal journeys, the challenges facing youth and families today, and how Norwalk ACTS is working to turn data into meaningful action.

27. Apr. 2026 - 51 min
Episode Finding Your Voice in Local Government with Jalin Sead Cover

Finding Your Voice in Local Government with Jalin Sead

In this episode of Community Ties, host Romney Donald sits down with Jalin Sead, Majority Leader of the Norwalk City Council and Commissioner of the First Taxing District of Norwalk. The conversation explores his path into public service and what it means to serve in a local government role where community voice, accountability, and compromise all play a critical part in decision-making. He shares how residents can better prepare themselves to engage in civic spaces, and why early participation matters before issues reach formal council discussions in Norwalk. Sead also opens up about the personal side of leadership, including fatherhood, maintaining his health, and prioritizing mental wellness while balancing the demands of public service. The conversation offers a grounded look at leadership as both a public responsibility and a personal practice, shaped by lived experience and ongoing commitment to community. His perspective reflects what it means to stay rooted while navigating the complexity of service, and to continue showing up for a community in ways that are both intentional and human.

13. Apr. 2026 - 53 min
Episode Turning Grief Into Purpose: Inside the Mission of EJ’s H.E.A.R.T. Cover

Turning Grief Into Purpose: Inside the Mission of EJ’s H.E.A.R.T.

In this episode of Community Ties, we sit down with Fritzsa Gilmore and Tremain Gilmore to talk about the heart behind EJ's H.E.A.R.T. and the journey that brought it to life. They share how, in the face of unimaginable loss, they were able to build something that now provides scholarships, programs, and opportunities that support healthy, fun, and connected families throughout Norwalk. They also open up about what it looks like to build this work together as a couple while balancing careers, family life, and a strong commitment to their community. Through it all, they continue to grow their impact with initiatives like the R.Y.T.E. Program. Their story reflects perseverance, purpose, and creativity. It shows what it means to move through challenging moments and still find a way to pour into others.

30. März 2026 - 34 min
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