Ep 42: Resilience, Storytelling and Justice: Efren Olivares on Immigration and Family Separation

🎙️ On this episode of Power Up Your Practice, I sit down with Efren Olivares, author of My Boy Will Die of Sorrow, to discuss the heartbreaking realities of family separation at the border and his fight for justice. Efren shares how his personal experiences shaped his advocacy, the emotional toll of the 2018 crisis, and the power of storytelling to inspire change. This sensitive and powerful conversation will move and inspire you. Don't miss it! 💡💔 Tune in to the episode to hear about: The Human Toll of Family Separation: Insights into the emotional and psychological impact on parents and children caught in the immigration system. Resilience Through Adversity: Efren's personal story as an immigrant overcoming systemic barriers. The Importance of Storytelling in Advocacy: How personal narratives and storytelling shape public awareness and legal outcomes. The Role of Lawyers in Social Justice: Shifting from corporate to public interest law to advocate for marginalized communities. Reflecting on Immigration History: Understanding the cyclical nature of immigration policies and systemic inequities. Learn more about Efren Olivares: * Connect with Efren on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/efrén-c-olivares-a7bb5920 *Efren website: myboywilldieofsorrow.com  *********************************** Welcome to Power Up Your Practice, the go-to law practice management podcast for law firm owners and managing attorneys working on the business, not in it. Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide you with actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently. Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level.   Watch more episodes of Power Up Your Practice on:  * Website: https://www.powersstrategygroup.com   * Website:https://www.PowerUpYourPractice.com   * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powersstrategygroup Connect and learn more from your host, Ruby Powers:  * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubypowers/  * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/poweruppractice  * Website: https://powerupyourpractice.com *  Website: https://rubypowerslaw.com