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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Anita and Thomas Roberson, two former U.S. Army Captains, left the military for a life as organic farmers in Virginia. U.S Army Spc. Maria Casneiro narrates episode four of this six-part series highlighting U.S. Army Veterans who have transitioned into the civilian sector titled, "Soldiers for Life".…
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Former 1st Sgt. Ken Zubaty discusses his transition from Senior Army NCO to small business owner. U.S Army Spc. Maria Casneiro narrates episode three of this six-part series highlighting U.S. Army Veterans who have transitioned into the civilian sector titled, "Soldiers for Life".US Army
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Former Army Captain, Ashley Nicolas discusses how her experiences as a Female Engagement Team Leader in Afghanistan with 4/2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team prepared her for a life as a teacher and law student in the civilian sector. U.S Army Spc. Maria Casneiro narrates episode two of this six-part series highlighting U.S. Army Veterans who have trans…
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Retired Maj. Gen. Patrick Brady received the Medal of Honor for his valorous actions, Jan. 6, 1968 near Chu Lai, Vietnam. U.S Army Spc. Maria Casneiro narrates episode one of this six-part series highlighting U.S. Army Veterans who have transitioned into the civilian sector titled, "Soldiers for Life".…
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