Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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Welcome to The Cardboard Box Factory! In this debut episode love is in the air as wedding etiquette is put under the microscope; but with Toby forbidden to rap, Jim stealing the wedding gifts, and Reggie discussing obscure science fiction B movies, are the boys out of touch with what makes that special day truly special? ALSO! Comic books infiltrat…
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Episode 9 - What's the strangest thing you've shaved into your head?
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After some behind-the-scenes set backs, Episode 9 has finally arrived! With the likes of Westworld, The Jungle Book, Star Wars, James Bond, and the inevitable sexual jokes you've come to love and loathe, our heroes are back in the saddle discussing all these things and more!โดย 42 Shades
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Episode 7 - Impale yourself butt naked on a child's bicycle
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In which our heroes are simultaneously shocked and thrilled by the revelations of illegal activities from their pastsโดย 42 Shades
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