Episode 13: I Believe The Children Are Our Future

We dig into what kids are facing today, why youth engagement matters, and how we can teach them well then get out the way.

Joining host Kadida Kenner with co-host Charles Gregory is Cory B. Long, Sr. of Making a Change Group, sharing real stories from mentoring, diversion programs, and bringing joy back to childhood. From the school-to-prison pipeline to the youth vote, this episode is a call to listen, support, and let young people lead.

💬 In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

✅ Gen X to Gen Alpha and how the internet reshaped childhood

✅ The school-to-prison pipeline and proven solutions like diversion and restorative practices

✅ The youth vote in Pennsylvania where only 1 in 4 eligible high school students are registered

✅ How to talk with young people about civic power and actually hear them

Ask the young people in your life: “Are you registered to vote?” Then listen. Help them register and make a plan to vote in every election.

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