Author Archives: Richard Guzman

A Return to Plessy vs. Ferguson?

Note: This article considers a monograph by Rick Guzman, my eldest son, the co-founder, with his wife Desiree, of Emmanuel House, which in 2016 was named one of the “Top 100 Most Innovative” social change organizations in the world.  Also … Continue reading

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Diane Nilan wins Lifetime Achievement Award

Another “congratulations” to Diane Nilan, founder of Hear Us, a national organization focused on giving voice and visibility to homeless children, youth, and their mothers.  At the 2012 NAEHCY Annual Conference (National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth) Diane … Continue reading

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Bryan House: “Giving refugees hope, and a place to call home”

»»» For the latest on this living memorial to Bryan Guzman GO TO the Bryan House/Emmanuel House MAIN PAGE. —By GREGG CANFIELD, Chicago Tribune, 17 January 2008. Metro West, Sec. 2: 1, 5. Project honors man’s legacy, gives immigrants a boost … Continue reading

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