God on Wheels: How Dr. Felecia Pullen and The Pillars Are Bringing Radical Sanctuary to Harlem

Healing is an act of resistance, and community love remains our strongest defense. In the heart of Harlem, where systemic neglect and resource deprivation have long tested families and neighbors, a vision for wellness is taking root. Rather than waiting for external systems to fix what is broken, local leaders are reclaiming care on their own terms.

Dr. Felecia Pullen, Founder and CEO of The Pillars, is rewriting the narrative of scarcity by dreaming bigger for her neighborhood. Through "God on Wheels," The Pillars carries unconditional support directly to the streets, meeting survival with radical love and bringing sanctuary to the people who need it most.

Centering Humanity, Care, and Community Joy

In this feature, IN THE WAKE TV Founder Jamara Wakefield sits down with Dr. Felecia Pullen to explore how community-led care transforms survival into long-term healing.

Their conversation looks past institutions to center the lived experience of Harlem residents, exploring:

• Mobile Sanctuary: How meeting people where they are dismantles the barriers built by systemic neglect.
• Reclaiming Wellness: Why holistic care, connection, and joy belong to every community.
• Neighborhood Expertise: How local leaders and residents hold the knowledge, love, and vision required to keep each other whole.
  

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To support this ongoing work or connect with their programs, visit The Pillars.