On this episode of The Justice Rap Up, host Jonathan Rapping is celebrating Native American Heritage Month! According to The National Congress of American Indians, Native American Heritage Month is dedicated to celebrating rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people.

Joining him this week is Defender, Melanie Yazza of The River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. Listen in as they speak about the injustices that Native Americans encounter with our criminal legal system. You don’t want to miss this impactful episode!

Episode 27 - Reserved for Justice

The Justice Rap Up explores the critical role of public defenders in systemic justice reform. Hosted by Gideon's Promise President, Jonathan Rapping and Executive Director, Ilham Askia, each episode explores a wide range of issues facing marginalized communities with subject matter experts, key opinion leaders and people impacted by the American criminal legal system.