Saving Lives: Community Health, Service, and the Power of Partnership | Confluence Conversations

Confluence Conversations

Confluence Conversations
Saving Lives: Community Health, Service, and the Power of Partnership | Confluence Conversations
May 19, 2026 Season 2 Episode 1
Linda DeJoie-Anderson

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This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the partnership between Confluence Academies and the American Red Cross and how this collaboration supports student wellness, community health, and life-saving service. This conversation explores the critical importance of blood donation—especially within the African American community—and the life-saving impact it has for individuals living with sickle cell disease. With one in three Black blood donors matching patients with sickle cell, increasing awareness and participation is essential.  Guests also reflect on the ongoing tornado relief efforts across St. Louis and the powerful work being led by students, schools, and community organizations. They highlight how these partnerships are providing essential support, rebuilding connections, and showing what it means to show up for one another in moments of need.

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