People Don't Need To Be Fixed

In this episode, Aaron Landrum of Deloitte and Erica Smith of Boys to Men Tucson reflect on the personal experiences that shaped their work in public health and mental health equity. From Aaron’s memories of his grandfather in Boston  to Erica’s work creating healing spaces for Black and brown men in Tucson, the conversation explores masculinity, vulnerability, systems change, and why “systems need to be restructured — people don’t need to be fixed.”

What is Better Terms?

Better Terms brings together nonprofit founders and funders for a storytelling experience rooted in trust, reflection, and honest conversation. Through personal narratives and recorded dialogue, participants explore what it takes to build impact and sustain partnerships.

Brought to you by New Profit, this series features the voices of founders and funders working towards mental health equity. Each episode explores the defining moments that shape why they do this work and what becomes possible when we move beyond funding into true partnership.