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/…
A Spanglish podcast about leveling up for and by Latinas. Every episode is hosted by a different Latina working on becoming the best version of herself. Nothing is off the table. If it's something she is working on to level herself up, we are talking about it: career, relationships, sex, spirituality, mental health, etc. Transparency is our love language. And when the convo gets tough, we say "mujer, no te rajes!" This podcast is hosted by everyday Latinas, if you have something you want to ...
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In this episode, there are two aspects of a breakup being discussed. The breakup itself and the “rebirth” of our individual identity post-breakup. Es muy difícil tomar la decisión de terminar una relación y aún más difícil ejecutarla. I offer you advice on how to deal with this very difficult experience and hope to remind you that you’re not alone …
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Oooh Brujeria! Que tema tan sabroso. I would like to say this is a deep dive into the Brujeria movement but truly this only touches the surface. There is so much history, socially and politically, around this craft. It taps into women's lives directly and indirectly. It is so embedded in Latinx communities and homes, yet we know nothing of it other…
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Growing up we have all heard this infamous dicho, "El hombre llega hasta donde la mujer lo deja." This double-standard saying has so much embedded wisdom. Its original form connotes that a woman is responsible not only for her actions but the man's actions as well. However when you substitute this gender-specific statement for two individuals, rega…
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This episode continues the topic of queer Latinx life and navigating sexual orientation spectrum by sharing an anecdote to personalize this polemic conversation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mujernoterajes/message
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This episode highlights three important topics when it comes to homosexuality. We discuss the harmful dynamic between sexual orientation and religion, the sexual orientation spectrum, and ways to support our Latinx LGBT community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mujernoterajes/message…
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This episode addresses a very juicy conversation not taking place often enough in Latinx households. We discuss Mujeres' sexuality and the stigmas surrounding them. As well as offer context to open up the conversation with those around you. Listen in!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mujernoterajes/message…
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In this episode we debunk gender roles that have been conditioned into since birth simply by being authentic to ourselves and our desires. We throw double- standards out the window and redefine what being a mujer means to us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mujernoterajes/message…
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It's finally here, the podcast with a new Latina host every episode! Created by Aleja Jimenez, Mujer, No Te Rajes is a podcast by and for Latinas leveling up. A Spanglish show where transparency is IT! From relationships to career to sex to just about everything! Nothing is off the table, aqui se habla sin pelos en la lengua, and when the convo get…
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