S4 - Episode 12 - Interview with Ms. Bonnie Carroll, President and Founder of TAPS International
Kurdistan in AmericaShow Notes
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a new episode of the 'Kurdistan in America' podcast, marking our twelfth and final episode of Season Four. We are honored to feature Ms. Bonnie Carroll, the president and founder of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting families affected by military losses. As we approach the new year, we'd like to take a moment to extend our warm wishes to our audience for a joyous holiday season and a New Yea...
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