Sherman Oaks Hero: Meet The Founder Of The Valley Of Change

SHERMAN OAKS, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Kira Derbin who nominated Latora Green of Sherman Oaks. Latora founded The Valley of Change, a new non-profit working to uplift Black people and stand up for communities of color.

Name: Latora Green

State: CA

Home town: Sherman Oaks

Hero's job: Founder of The Valley of Change

Relationship to nominee: Community Leader / Volunteer

Reason for recognition: She is a leader with a POSITIVE voice for change for justice and equality AND they are doing outreach to help our homeless neighbors.

One thing to know: She is POSITIVE and giving.

Submitter name: Kira Durbin

Thank you for all you do, Latoya!

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