Judith B. Thomas

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes Deputy Mayor of Neighborhood Engagement for the city of Indianapolis; Judith B. Thomas. Deputy Mayor Thomas reflects on her lived experiences growing up in Gary, Indiana. We explore the diverse community that nurtured her and led her to treasure the wealth that lies in connecting your neighbors and investing in your neighborhood. We unpack the concept of "community" in the Black American experience, and why civic engagement is more important now than ever. Later; We dive into the evolution of the city of Indianapolis, and how its landscape has changed socially and politically throughout the years. We also celebrate the Deputy Mayor's upcoming 2-year anniversary in her current role, and highlight some of her greatest accomplishments to date. Listen to our full conversation below + Follow Deputy Mayor Thomas & her impactful work here.