Uplifting Video that Demonstrates Community Resilience Building

Kathy Hentcy 4/12/198:34 AM

This is a joy to watch and a great example of how to build resilience in very simple ways. It is a great example to those people so anxious to "DO SOMETHING." Making connections with strangers is doing a whole heck of a lot and could be the first step in any community - can you make it the norm in your community that everyone says hello to one another? It used to be that way in Montpelier - it isn't anymore. Can we change that? Not just in Montpelier, but across Vermont. It may seem inconsequential, but it is really the foundation of a resilient community.

Enjoy!

Agent of Connection

William Cromartie is a BART station agent who finds meaning through the simple act of saying hello. After meeting William on my commute to/from Oakland and witnessing his warmth and friendliness firsthand, I knew I had to make a film about him. I hope his story inspires more people to open up their hearts to strangers. Thank you William for ...

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