In Episode 18 of Youth Empowerment Radio, Part Two of the special series on youth voice and advocacy, host Carmen speaks with Tori and Jordan about the importance of inspiring, amplifying, and utilizing youth voices to create meaningful change. The discussion highlights the issues of trauma and re-traumatization, the need for genuine listening, and the challenges youth face in advocacy spaces. They emphasize creating inclusive spaces by meeting youth where they are and offering diverse opportunities for participation, including both group and individual settings. The episode also addresses the importance of lived experience in advocacy roles, combating biases in child welfare, and the necessity for organizational preparation and intentionality in fostering youth advocacy.
00:00 Introduction to Youth Empowerment Radio
01:24 Challenges of Incorporating Youth Voice
03:18 The Importance of Lived Experience
08:35 Creating Inclusive Advocacy Opportunities
17:04 Advice for Organizations and Youth Advocates
22:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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