Thriving Mentorships During A Pandemic

with Gale Nelson of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami serves more than 3,000 kids and young adults every year with its mentorship program. But thanks to the COVID-19 global pandemic, they’ve had to adjust how their mentors provide those lessons. President Gale Nelson talks about their transition as an organization.

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Sep 23, 2020

Hosted by: Candace Kelley
Produced by: Florida Newsmakers Team
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