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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In our last Democracy in Lockdown episode, we talk about our main takeaways of the podcast series, our favourite episodes, what we’ve learned, and how to go forward. We remember the key moments during the lockdown, from insufficient PPE, to emergency powers, to the furlough scheme and the impact on migrants' rights.Make sure you tune in for the las…
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In this new episode, we explore the climate crisis and how the UK’s undemocratic system let the fossil fuel industry squeeze out the people. We talk to EJ and Oliver from UKSCN about their fight for climate justice, and how participation and solidarity should be at the heart of all social struggles. Sign up to receive campaign updates! https://bit.…
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EP9 Democracy, the crisis & the generation gap
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In this episode, we explore how students and young people have been impacted by the pandemic and what the upcoming recession might mean for their future and for democracy.Sign up for updates! https://bit.ly/UD-JoinusVon Unlock Democracy
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EP8 Migrant workers & the politics of exclusion - with Dolores Modern
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How have Government decisions affected migrant workers in the UK during the pandemic? In this episode, we’re joined by Dolores Modern of Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) to hear about the impacts on migrant communities.Von Unlock Democracy
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EP7 Big money & the Covid-19 cash grab
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This week we look at the hidden decision-makers that have been shaping the government’s response to Covid-19, and what are the real-life consequences of political choices made by a handful of interests. We touch on lobbying, private donations, and companies’ multimillion-pound contracts.Join our Democracy Gathering next week! Get your tickets here:…
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Is the government's messaging undermining workers’ rights? In this episode, we explore the furlough scheme, what essential work means, and how the government has left it up to employers to react to the pandemic.Von Unlock Democracy
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