S1:E06 - Juma Sei

Episode 6 of the The Pitch Black Podcast podcast, hosted by Pitch Black, titled "S1:E06 - Juma Sei" was published on April 4, 2025 and runs 27 minutes.

April 4, 2025 ·27m · The Pitch Black Podcast

Summary

Juma Sei reflects on the power of storytelling and how it has shaped his life—from his Sierra Leonean heritage to his experiences at Yale and NPR.Juma shares his journey through various storytelling landscapes, culminating in his role at the 1803 Fund, where he works to transform the Black community in Portland through strategic investments and community partnerships. He emphasizes the importance of keeping stories alive, highlighting the personal connections that fuel his work.Juma Sei is a writer, storyteller, and strategist dedicated to amplifying Black voices. Through his work at the 1803 Fund, he focuses on empowering Portland’s Black community through strategic investments and community-driven initiatives.Follow Juma: https://www.instagram.com/jumaseiLearn more about the 1803 Fund: https://www.1803fund.orgFollow Jelani Memory → https://www.instagram.com/jelanimemoryDiscover Pitch Black → https://www.pitchblack.orgChapters00:00 – The Power of Storytelling09:59 – Journey Through Education and NPR20:07 – The 1803 Fund: Transforming Black Lives29:24 – Personal Reflections and Community Impact

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