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Empowering the Hispanic Latino Community

Latinos represent 16% of the Grand Rapids population and constitute the largest minority group in the city. Evelyn Esparza-Gonzalez – Executive Director, Hispanic Center of Western Michigan joins host Laurel Hess to talk about how they are supporting the Hispanic /Latino community in Western Michigan.

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7:01

How To Get Student Loan Forgiveness

Elena Russo discusses the expanded eligibility to thousands of federal student loan borrowers through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Waiver with Dr. Tisa Silver Canady, founder and director of the Maryland Center for Collegiate Financial Wellness.

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8:42

Here's How Camp Can Be A Formative Experience For Youth Post Pandemic

Camp Harbor View welcomes Boston youth to the Harbor Islands to self-explore, have fun and be a kid. Executive Director, Lisa Fortenberry, discusses creating a safe, healthy environment for youth to thrive and be hopeful in a post-pandemic world.

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4:50

Preserving John G. Riley’s Legacy

The John G. Riley Center and Museum is considered a historical and cultural gem in the Tallahassee community. While the house remains a preservation effort in the community, there are also several educational programs being offered. Assistant Director Paige Lee discusses their offerings.

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4:44

Guiding Youth Life Skills

For almost half a century the Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy has enriched the lives of young people in Indian River County through mentoring relationships. While the program emphasizes building life skills, it also teaches the importance of workforce development. Executive Director Phil Barnes chats about their program.

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4:42

Inspiring And Educating Hundreds

A little more than 700 students are currently enrolled in Jefferson County Public Schools in Florida. While the county is only made up of about 600-square miles, there are big plans to keep students engaged and focused on their futures. Angela Gray with the Jefferson County Education Foundationdiscusses their work.

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7:15

JA Provides Youth Career Paths And Work Readiness Programs

"Fifty-Onepercent of Junior Achievement alumni end up going into the industry or career of their JA mentor volunteer." Junior Achievement of Southwest New England President and CEO, Jeremy Race, shares about the success JA programs have on youth career paths.

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6:09

Art, History And Science Museums Together On One Campus

The Springfield Museums, a Smithsonian affiliate, has art, history, science all in the same downtown Springfield campus. Science Museum Director, Jenny Powers, talks about the many offerings from the planetarium to International Space Station exhibit.

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5:57

“100% of our students have been accepted to a two- or four-year institution...

Kirk Sykes, Head of School at the SEED School of Maryland sits down with Elena Russo to discuss their process of matching their students with potential colleges and the determining factors they use to find the right fit.

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5:49

Creating Supportive, Inclusive Spaces for LGBTQ+ Students

Research from GLSEN indicates that 1 in 5 LGBTQ+ students see positive representation of the community in their curriculum, nearly 9 in 10 experience harassment, and almost one-third miss school because they feel unsafe or uncomfortable.

Host Tetiana Anderson is joined by Melanie Willingham-Jaggers, GLSEN’s first Black and nonbinary Executive Director, for a conversation about efforts to ensure that all LGBTQ+ students have the support they need for success in school and beyond — and Willingham-Jaggers’ vision for GLSEN’s future.

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7:29

Leadership Development for Girls

Kim Fraites-Dow, CEO of the Girl Scouts Eastern Pennsylvania, discusses how her organization focuses on entrepreneurship, STEM, outdoor experiences, and life skills to help girls develop courage, confidence, and character. Recorded May 20, 2022.

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6:22

Programs to Address Issues of Equity and Fairness in Communities of Color

Jennifer Thompkins, President and CEO of the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, discusses the organization's programs designed to increase graduation rates and reduce the achievement gap for students in Delaware as well as their opportunities for adults interested in civic engagement. Recorded May 20, 2022.

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4:42

Learn How To Use Self-Esteem Skills In Work And In Life

Self Esteem Boston teaches people how to use self-esteem skills in work and in life through programs online and in person in goal-setting, stress management, job readiness, wellness and more.
Self Esteem Boston Founder, Marion Davis, explains.

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5:44

A Writing Program Amplifying Young BPS Student Voices

826 Boston, a writing program for Boston Public Schools youth, encourages young people to find their voice and provides an outlet for them to express themselves. Writers' Room Manager, Isata Jalloh, discusses the offerings of this free program.

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7:02

This Community College Works With Local Business To Retain Employees

"We are putting together courses and flexible programs, short-term programs, longer-term programs specifically designed for certain companies. And the second thing we're doing that's very, very important is we are talking even more with the employers to understand what their needs are." Roxbury Community College Interim President, Jackie Jenkins-Scott, discusses the many opportunities of RCC.

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5:42

Want to Make a Difference? One Local University Has Created a Path Towards...

Coppin State University offers an opportunity to declare a major or minor in nonprofit leadership. Dr. Tenyo Pearl, Campus Director for Coppin State University's Nonprofit Leadership Alliance gives Elena Russo the details.

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