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MHD OTR South LA Highlight: Mothers in Action

Published on: 26th June, 2023


On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Tracy Mitchell, President of Mothers In Action, a nonprofit organization founded to improve the quality of life of underserved children and families in South Los Angeles. She took on this role following the passing of her mother, Brenda Marsh-Mitchell, who was a community leader and the Founding President of Mothers In Action. Under Tracy's leadership, Mothers In Action has expanded its programs and services, benefiting thousands of underserved families each year. Today Mothers In Action is an active group of over 5,000 members and volunteers composed of concerned citizens, businesses, and community agencies who execute established Mothers in Action projects such as food distribution, job placement, homeless outreach,  Back to school fairs, and other services that bring much needed valuable resources to families in need. 


Resources:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064561637922&sk=about

Email: mothersinactioninc@aol.com

Phone: (323) 290-0456


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MHD Off the Record
Dive into the heart of South Los Angeles with Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson on MHD Off The Record—where culture drives leadership and community voices lead the way!
MHD Off the Record takes you inside Los Angeles City Hall with Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson. Each episode explores the culture, politics, and policies shaping life in Los Angeles from housing and homelessness to city planning, public safety, and immigrant rights.

Focused on uniting neighborhoods across the city, the MHD Off the Record podcast blends political insight with community-driven solutions. Listeners hear conversations with civic leaders, activists, and community stakeholders that reveal how multicultural organizing, music, and personal stories influence the direction of Los Angeles.

If you’re curious about how Los Angeles City Council makes decisions, want to learn about city resources, or care about the future of South LA and beyond, this podcast gives you the context and voices behind the policies that impact Angelenos every day.

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