How can each of us lead greater impact for good with our resources, access, and privilege? This is the question Miles Palacios and I get curious about in this episode.
We also dive into:
- The importance of investing in youth and amplifying their voices and lived experiences.
- Why do we do what we do?
- Does injustice have to be personal to change?
- How self-leadership is self-care.
- Reframing open door policy to an empty office policy
- And the importance of questioning the self.
Miles Palacios (he/him/his) is an Oregonian born and raised. His partner, Sophia, and him reside in Downtown Beaverton with their small family of two lovely cats. He comes from a big family of four siblings and two parents who both worked in the public sector — his father Marty was a public school educator and administrator while his mother Debbie worked for the City of McMinnville.
From childhood, his parents always expressed to his siblings and him the importance of building foundations — systems of support for those around us. As a result, much of his life, career, and purpose has revolved around creating foundations and platforms that amplify those who need to be seen and heard the most.
He is the Executive Director of the Oregon Association of Student Councils and the Director of Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District.
RESOURCES
- Standford University's research on belonging.
- Building a Bridge of Love: Be An Actionable Ally to the LGBTQIA+ Community Virtual Workshop on October 11.
- Learn more about my youth speaking on my website at luccapetrucci.com/speaking.
- Connect with Miles on Instagram at @miles_palacios93.
- Connect with me @lucca_petrucci on Instagram or TikTok.
This episode was produced by Lucca Petrucci and mixed and mastered by Joel Yoshonis.
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