We're talking child-friendly cities this episode, communities where all kids feel safe and cared for, while being able to express their opinions and influence decisions that affect them. Becoming a child-friendly Boulder is an ongoing journey, but we've got a plan for how to get there. Ready, set, tune in!
Explore more visions for a child-friendly Boulder.
Special guests in this episode:
- Sarah Huntley, Director of the City of Boulder Communications and Engagement Department
- Mara Mintzer, Co-Founder and Director of Growing Up Boulder
- Avery Stuhlbarg, YOAB member
- Elias Weatherley, YOAB member
- Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige
- Paige Doughty of Jeff & Paige
This episode was produced and hosted by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear (adapted), licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
Related Resources:
- All about the City of Boulder's Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI).
- Learn more about Growing Up Boulder. Explore their CFCI webpage.
- Boulder's digital Child Friendly City Map.
- Check out the city's Be Heard Boulder online engagement platform. Stay tuned for future opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas.
- Learn about UNICEF CFCI around the world.
- Jeff and Paige's website and music.
- Fostering a Better Community for Children and Youth, plus Family Services.
- Dig into the city's Youth Opportunities Program.
Stay in the loop: follow City of Boulder Instagram #CFCIBoulder, and subscribe to city updates and Growing Up Boulder's newsletter.
Upcoming Engagement Opportunities:
Music in this episode (adapted):
"A Civic Area" by Jeff and Paige.
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