Our Stories, Our World
A Youth-Led Podcast Series in Parnership with Public Narrative in Chicago
Episode 2: On Public Education
A Place Where Koko Could Smile
In our second episode on public education, Chicago alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez shares a photo of Koko, a Black trans woman whose irrepressible joy shines through in this photo from their Chicago alternative high school classroom, a place Rodriguez worked to make safe and nurturing for her students. Interview by Kaylen Brandt.
Content Warning: Anti-trans violence and transphobia.
Photo Caption: Chicago alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez shares a photo of Koko, a Black trans woman whose irrepressible joy shines through in this photo from their classroom, a place Rodriguez worked to make safe and nurturing for her unhomed student. Interview by Kaylen Brandt.