In this episode of Speaking of Phenomenal, host Amy Boyle speaks with Dr. Kimberly Lloyd, a Chicago police officer and founder of We Got You Covered, a nonprofit focused on addressing the literacy gap for African-American boys. Dr. Lloyd shares her journey from education to law enforcement, the challenges faced in the education system, and the importance of literacy as a civil rights issue. She discusses the founding of her organization, current initiatives, and the dire state of literacy among youth, particularly African-American boys. The conversation highlights success stories, future aspirations for literacy programs, and ways for listeners to get involved in making a difference in their communities.

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