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Thursday on Lake Effect: 'Sisters Rising,' Milwaukee Diaper Mission, Activist Art

Thursday on Lake Effect

We learn about tribal sovereignty and how it’s interconnected with the power to end violence against Native women. Then, we learn about Milwaukee Diaper Mission and what diaper needs look like in the city. Plus, muralist Vedale Hill talks about the importance of public art and its messaging.

Guests:

  • Willow O’Feral and Brad Heck, directors, producers and cinematographers of Sisters Rising; U.S. Representative Gwen Moore, from the 4th Congressional District of Wisconsin
  • Meagan Johnson, co-founder and co-chair of Milwaukee Diaper Mission
  • Vedale Hill, artist and activist