The Advocate’s Chair ft. Dr. Genesis Player | Freedom Prep & The Power of Education Advocacy

In this powerful episode of The Advocate’s Chair, Neonta Williams sits down with Dr. Genesis Player for an inspiring and honest conversation about education, leadership, and community impact.Dr. Player shares her journey from Birmingham City Schools to becoming a leader in education, her deep roots in advocacy, and how her lived experiences shape the work she does today. From being the first school social worker in Birmingham City Schools to now leading Freedom Prep Academy in Alabama, her story is a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership.In this episode, we discuss:✨ The importance of community engagement in education✨ What true advocacy looks like in action✨ The role of school choice in Alabama✨ How Freedom Prep is preparing students for college and life✨ Why representation and culture matter in schoolsThis conversation is for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about improving outcomes for Black and Brown students.💡 Key Takeaway: Education is more than academics—it’s access, opportunity, and empowerment.📍 Learn more about Black Alabamians for Education: https://www.blackal4edu.org📍 Explore Freedom Prep: https://freedomprep.org👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more conversations that matter.#TheAdvocatesChair #BA4E #EducationAdvocacy #SchoolChoice #FreedomPrep #BlackEducationMatters #Leadership