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 window into people who love coffee and what makes them tick(what is coffee) while we have our take on what everyone is already talking about This is Coffee Roasted ……
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This will be out last one for the year perhaps as we head into the holidays and with the borders opening up but you never know we may slip in one more.On todays show we are looking at Big Bird Bashing and the prices of a box on the beaches of Melbourne. Why would you be anti vaccine when you are already vaccinated ? sit back and enjoy…
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Sorry for the late update but here we are this week talking everything from Bi Superman to perhaps updating Barbie and Ken, Gen Z gets a mention and you find out there is a very different meaning to the word soaking. So sit back have a listen and will see you next weekโดย Tony & Noeline
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This week we looking at pics with a dead dad and shipping issues and crime stats in the UK which are raising some issues and don't forget 21 Russian babies. Join us as there is a clear winnerโดย Tony & Noeline
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Ad some audio issues so it cuts very quick and tried to salvage what I could. Hope you like it and we will see you next weekโดย Tony & Noeline
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Today is very light until the end where Tony take it down to a dark place so enjoy warm and fuzzy while you can, Weddings, and fav food is on the plate today so I hope you get your fill, Until next weekโดย Tony & Noeline
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I though I would start the day with a random 10 questions. Noeline was not expecting this and some of her answers even surprised me and I have known her for another of years now. Hope you enjoyโดย Tony & Noeline
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This week just some of the things we are looking at are Hoarders of sorts and Self help books with a hint of someones porn stash and Chinese Gamers So joins us won't you Thats Fucked up Ep 6โดย Tony & Noeline
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Today we are tackling Gender issues again while covering our faces with Masks and taking a quick trip to Zambia to talk about religion. So come join us and we decided which story wins the title of Thats Fucked Up.โดย Tony & Noeline
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This week its the Wiggles and Watermelon Tuna with Afghanistan and Transgender questions so buckle up it gets interesting.โดย Tony & Noeline
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