Yelders: Ezell Humphrey-Grant - Creating Transformation in Communities
Tue Jan 27 2026
In this episode of Healing Generations, hosts Francisco Gallardo and Michelle Gonzalez engage in a heartfelt conversation with guest Ezell Humphrey-Grant. They discuss the importance of community healing, cultural values, and the role of mentorship in fostering resilience among youth. Ezell shares his personal journey from struggle to advocacy, emphasizing the need for support and connection within communities. The conversation highlights the significance of recognizing one's strength, navigating adversity, and the transformative power of hope. Listeners are encouraged to engage with their communities and seek healing through shared experiences and cultural practices.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
07:41 Welcoming Michelle Gonzalez
10:03 Ezell's Journey and Community Advocacy
13:53 Cultural Values and Healing Practices
19:29 Sharing Resilience and Healing with the Community
25:58 Navigating Adversity and Finding Hope
33:52 Strategies for Community Engagement and Support
38:26 Aha Moment and Personal Transformation
46:52 Encouragement for Those Starting Their Healing Journey
52:17 Closing Thoughts and Community Resources
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Email: HGP@compadresnetwork.org
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In this episode of Healing Generations, hosts Francisco Gallardo and Michelle Gonzalez engage in a heartfelt conversation with guest Ezell Humphrey-Grant. They discuss the importance of community healing, cultural values, and the role of mentorship in fostering resilience among youth. Ezell shares his personal journey from struggle to advocacy, emphasizing the need for support and connection within communities. The conversation highlights the significance of recognizing one's strength, navigating adversity, and the transformative power of hope. Listeners are encouraged to engage with their communities and seek healing through shared experiences and cultural practices. For more on Movement 4 Life, visit: https://movement4life.org/ For more on Sierra Health Foundation, visit: https://www.sierrahealth.org/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 07:41 Welcoming Michelle Gonzalez 10:03 Ezell's Journey and Community Advocacy 13:53 Cultural Values and Healing Practices 19:29 Sharing Resilience and Healing with the Community 25:58 Navigating Adversity and Finding Hope 33:52 Strategies for Community Engagement and Support 38:26 Aha Moment and Personal Transformation 46:52 Encouragement for Those Starting Their Healing Journey 52:17 Closing Thoughts and Community Resources To learn more about the National Compadres Network, please visit: Website: https://nationalcompadresnetwork.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/la.cultura.cura/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/laculturacura Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/national.compadres.network Email: HGP@compadresnetwork.org