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Oct. 21, 2022
Episode 17: Conversations with Karen and Cat with Leonard Dungee, Founder and Co-CEO of Hope Hustlers, Inc
We met Leonard Dungee, Founder and Co-CEO of Hope Hustlers, Inc. at the Black Push, Gun Violence Summit. We were so moved by his story that we had to have him on to share his life work. In this episode Leonard opens up about going from being a stockbroker to convicted drug dealer. He spent time in federal and state prison and now works with young people offering violence prevention initiatives and re-entry programs for convicted felons.
Dungee and his team also offer GED programs, mentors, life skills, anger management and financial literacy programs.
The goal of Hope Hustlers is Transforming Lives and Building Villages of Peace. They do this with mentors and volunteers. If you are interested in offering your time and talents, and to find out more information about Hope Hustlers Atlanta, go to https://hopehustlersatl.org/
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