EP 34 The Three Pillars of Aging While Black
Reciprocal wisdom is a sharing that goes both ways. There is a wisdom that is rooted in our past. But there’s also wisdom and an ingenuity that lives within the current generation.
In this enlightening episode I had the honor of speaking with the remarkable Raymond A. Jetson, 68, an influential public servant, a social innovator, and a visionary leader dedicated to improving the lives of Black elders.
From Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Raymond shares his extraordinary journey of lifelong commitment to community service, racial, social, and economic equity.
You’ll hear about Raymond’s 'Aging While Black' initiative, a platform Raymond created to address the unique challenges faced by Black Elders.
You’ll learn about the three pillars driving his mission: recalibrating the village, embracing innovation, and leaning into elder wisdom (Sankofa!).
Raymond also shares personal stories, including his father’s legacy and his daughter's battle with Cornelia de Lange syndrome – both have shaped his empathetic approach to service.
This episode highlights the significance of intergenerational wisdom, community support, and the transformative power of social innovation.
Please join the conversation and explore how you can contribute to building equity within the Black elder community.
To learn more about Aging While Black, please visit their website here and follow them on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Tap here to watch Raymond’s Tedx Talk.
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Listeners, please remember – you have so much to give – don’t let those internalized ageist beliefs prevent you from pursuing new dreams and opportunities – no matter your age.
Tune in and let's crush ageism together!
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Ande ♥
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Raymond A. Jetson
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In February 2023, Raymond A. Jetson launched Aging While Black, a movement designed to amplify the value and experiences of Black elders by exploring the intersection of aging and race. The movement is being advanced through community building around three essential pillars: Recalibrating the Village, Embracing Innovation and Rapid Change, and Leaning into Sankofa. These pillars center the wellbeing of Black elders by promoting the overhaul of the systems that support Black life, adapting new technologies and their potential, and embedding the wisdom of the elders into the fabric of the culture.
A serial social innovator, he is the catalytic force that has powered the evolution of the Baton Rouge based social enterprise MetroMorphosis, a community centered change model that seeks to transform inner city neighborhoods through racial, social and economic equity.
He has a rich history of public service and impacting people. Previously he served as CEO for the Louisiana Family Recovery Corps, a nonprofit focused on supporting the recovery of families impacted by disasters. Prior to this, Jetson was the deputy secretary for the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH). In this capacity, he provided leadership for the state’s largest agency. Raymond served as the state Representative for District 61 in the Louisiana House of Representatives for more than 15 years. And for 23 years he served as the pastor of the Star Hill Church.
Raymond has continually emerged as a leading voice on community change strategies, social innovation, and authen… Read More
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