A Legacy of Conviction – Honoring Dr. Hazel N. Dukes (Part 2)
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A Legacy of Conviction – Honoring Dr. Hazel N. Dukes (Part 2)
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Episode Summary: In this powerful second part of our special tribute to the late, great Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, we revisit an unforgettable conversation recorded in late 2024 between Dr. Dukes and Lloyd Williams, President of the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce. As always, Dr. Dukes’ words echo with passion, clarity, and an unwavering dedication to service. This intimate dialogue unpacks the true meaning of generational wealth, the power of conviction over titles, and how Dr. Dukes leveraged her influence—whether speaking with U.S. Presidents or attending community board meetings—to...
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In this powerful second part of our special tribute to the late, great Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, we revisit an unforgettable conversation recorded in late 2024 between Dr. Dukes and Lloyd Williams, President of the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce. As always, Dr. Dukes’ words echo with passion, clarity, and an unwavering dedication to service.
This intimate dialogue unpacks the true meaning of generational wealth, the power of conviction over titles, and how Dr. Dukes leveraged her influence—whether speaking with U.S. Presidents or attending community board meetings—to uplift Harlem and its people. She shares untold stories from the COVID-19 crisis, her civil rights lineage, and her enduring legacy of activism, mentorship, and unapologetic leadership.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- 🔁 Generational Wealth Redefined: Why legacy is about more than money—and how it's rooted in responsibility, mentorship, and community pride.
- 🪑 Titles vs. Work: Dr. Dukes reflects on choosing purpose over prestige, and how action—not accolades—defines true leadership.
- 🏥 Health Is Wealth: Her hands-on role in organizing equitable vaccine access during COVID-19, and the power of grassroots mobilization.
- 🕊️ Civil Rights Icons Remembered: A moving acknowledgment of mentors and trailblazers who helped shape her path—from Dorothy Height to Betty Shabazz.
- 🏛️ Behind the Scenes of History: The untold story of why Dr. Dukes and the NAACP refused to endorse Clarence Thomas.
- 🎖️ Honors & Humility: Receiving national awards from leaders like Hillary Clinton while still showing up for local community board meetings.
- 💬 Final Words of Wisdom: Why “never tell a lie” and “let the work speak for you” remain her most powerful mantras.
Featured Voices:
- 🎤 Dr. Hazel N. Dukes – Civil Rights Icon, Educator, Mentor, and Advocate
- 🎤 Lloyd Williams – President, Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce
Remembering Dr. Dukes:
Dr. Hazel N. Dukes made her transition on March 1, 2025. Her leadership, love for Harlem, and unwavering pursuit of justice continue to inspire generations. This episode serves as both a celebration and a call to action—carry on her legacy.
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