# Episode 43: “Meeting People Where They Are: Leadership That Removes Barriers” with La-Tanya Hines

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Published: 2026-04-17T16:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Leadership often begins with something simple: noticing a need that others may overlook.In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with La-Tanya Hines, Director of Love In Action, a grassroots nonprofit working to increase access to fresh, healthy food for families in underserved communities. Through mobile food distribution, community partnerships, and a deep commitment to serving others with dignity, La-Tanya is helping remove barriers that prevent families from accessing essential resources.Together, they explore powerful leadership lessons that extend far beyond nonprofit work. From recognizing hidden barriers to meeting people where they are and building meaningful partnerships, this conversation highlights how thoughtful, compassionate leadership can strengthen families and entire communities. https://liastephenscity.com/https://www.facebook.com/LoveInActionLIAva

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