Ep #278 – Law Enforcement with Heart: Officer Razo and the Power of Relationship
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In this inspiring episode of Our Community, Our Mission, hosts Barry Feaker and La Manda Cunningham sit down with Officer Robert Razo of the Topeka Police Department and Daniel Dobson from TRM’s Outreach Team to explore the power of collaboration in serving Topeka’s unsheltered neighbors. Through heartfelt stories and candid conversations, listeners are taken behind the scenes of innovative efforts like the Co-Responder Program, City ID, and Take Me Home initiatives—programs breaking down barriers and bringing hope to those in need. This episode shines a light on the importance of relationship-building, authenticity, and vulnerability—both among service providers and with the individuals they serve.
Listeners will also hear about the back-to-school supply distribution, the critical need for men’s clothing, and the significance of celebrating small victories in the journey out of homelessness. With actionable insights and a call to community involvement, this episode is a powerful testament to what’s possible when organizations, law enforcement, and individuals come together with a shared mission and open hearts.
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Chapters
1. Opening Prayer and Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Back to School Drive Update (00:01:10)
3. Daniel's Journey to Homeless Outreach (00:06:50)
4. Officer Razo's Background and Role (00:16:45)
5. Co-Responder Program Development (00:28:40)
6. City ID Program Impact (00:44:00)
7. Building Authentic Relationships (00:57:40)
8. Take Me Home Program Innovation (01:05:52)
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