For the final episode of season one of Place Matters, we’re excited to bring you a conversation between Shawn Duncan and two influential members of the Atlanta community: David Edwards, who is the Neighborhood Policy Advisor to current Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, and Shirley Franklin, who served as the 58th Mayor of Atlanta. They’ll discuss these critical questions: How can cities begin to place neighborhoods as the center of their plans for growth and change? What does it take to make cities places where all people have the chance to thrive?
From Vision to Venture: Celebrating the 2026 Start:ME Southside Graduates
Four months ago, this year’s Start:ME Southside cohort walked into the program carrying bold ideas, ambitious dreams, and a commitment to their communities. On graduation