Kim Patterson presents Becoming Visible,: Social Justice by the Hands of Faith Based Organization
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Dr. Kim Patterson is former director of UAA Student Support Services, which served first generation, nontraditional, and veteran students returning to school. He is author of Embracing the Homeless Community and the book Swift Justice: Leveling the Playing Field for America’s Re-entry Citizens. With a commitment to renewal initiatives within social and faith-based communities, he founded Connections Alaska, Inc.
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