Ron Austin Discusses Homelessness in Tucson

March 02, 2014 •
Ron Austin Discusses Homelessness in Tucson
30 Minutes
Ron Austin Discusses Homelessness in Tucson

Mar 02 2014 |

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Show Notes

Ron-Austin-Image Ron Austin is a co-founder of the The Carlos G. Figueroa Foundation whose mission is “Promoting Understanding of Poverty and Homelessness Through Media.” Ron is a formerly homeless man who was addicted to crack. He now works to bring attention to the plight of the homeless in our community, especially youth. More information is available at their website or their Facebook page.

This interview was originally broadcast on September 1, 2013.

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