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  • A Living Legacy

    A Living Legacy
    Feb 25 2026
    This February, as we recognize Black History Month and its 100th anniversary, we're honored to be joined by brothers Andrew Young and Walter Young, namesakes of the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA. Ambassador Andrew Young's life of service spans the civil rights movement, Congress, the United Nations, and the Mayor's Office here in Atlanta. Throughout it all, his leadership has been grounded in dignity, justice, and a deep belief in the power of people and community. Dr. Walter Young has led with that same spirit through healthcare, education, and civic life, showing what sustained, community-rooted service looks like over time. In this conversation, we reflect on the meaning of Black History Month, the lessons of the civil rights movement, and how places like the YMCA help carry those values forward today. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Ambassador Andrew Young and Dr. Walter Young credit the YMCA Atlanta as a foundational space for developing community leadership and civic engagement from childhood through adulthood. ✅ How Black History Education was not a once-a-year observance for the Young brothers but a living legacy woven into church, school, and youth development programs 365 days a year. ✅ How the lessons of the Civil Rights Movement taught everyday people that service and leadership are inseparable, and why those values remain urgent during Black History Month's 100th Anniversary. ✅ How early access to swimming and youth programs through the YMCA and historically Black colleges shaped generations of leaders who went on to transform Atlanta history and beyond. Join the Y Connect Podcast to discover inspiring stories of transformation and wellness. Tune in for practical tips and community-driven insights on fitness transformation. Subscribe now to elevate your fitness journey! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction: Meet Ambassador Andrew Young and Dr. Walter Young for a Black History Month conversation on Civil Rights Legacy 02:03 Andrew Young shares how the story of the Amistad and Historically Black Colleges shaped his understanding of Black History Education 07:12 Walter Young reflects on growing up in New Orleans, where Black History Education and community leadership were part of everyday life 11:21 Ambassador Andrew Young discusses what connects every chapter of his life, including Congress, the United Nations, and YMCA Atlanta 12:47 The Young brothers share early YMCA youth development memories, including forming their own junior club and the role of civic engagement in their upbringing 17:14 Andrew Young explains how growing up in a mixed New Orleans neighborhood taught him the strategy of using his mind over his fists, shaping his work in the Civil Rights Movement 25:28 Dr. Walter Young describes launching a mobile dental healthcare access program serving rural communities during the height of segregation and education inequality 31:53 Andrew Young recalls using swimming and youth programs and lifesaving skills learned at YMCA Atlanta 36:07 Both brothers reflect on Atlanta history, Black History Month's 100th Anniversary and why community leadership is still calling us forward 42:40 Closing reflections from Ambassador Andrew Young and Dr. Walter Young on working with all people and the enduring living legacy of the YMCA Atlanta KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 The YMCA Atlanta was not simply a recreation center for the Young family. It was the original after-school program, a training ground for civic engagement, and a place where boys from all backgrounds learned to lead with dignity and purpose. 💎 Ambassador Andrew Young's father instilled a philosophy of "don't get mad, get smart," a mindset rooted in discipline and strategy that carried directly into his work alongside Dr. King during the Civil Rights Movement. 💎 The Black History Month 100th Anniversary is a moment to honor progress while acknowledging what remains unfinished. Atlanta's history proves that when communities invest in education and infrastructure, transformation follows. 💎 Dr. Walter Young's career in dental healthcare access and mobile health services throughout rural Louisiana was a direct extension of the service and leadership values both brothers absorbed through family, faith, and the YMCA. ABOUT THE GUESTS: Ambassador Andrew Young is a civil rights leader, diplomat, and public servant whose life of service spans more than six decades. He worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a key strategist and negotiator during the civil rights movement and played a role in advancing the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Young went on to become the first Black congressman from Georgia since Reconstruction, later serving as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under President Jimmy Carter, where he helped shape the nation's first Africa policy centered on human rights. From 1982 to 1990, he served two terms as Mayor of Atlanta, leading the city's transformation ...
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  • Ep. 79 Lauren Koontz on the Next Chapter of the Y

    Ep. 79 Lauren Koontz on the Next Chapter of the Y
    Feb 11 2026
    When we launched Y Connect in November 2022, one of our very first guests was our President and CEO, Lauren Koontz. At the time, we were just beginning this storytelling journey, and the Y was navigating a world still finding its footing after the pandemic. Fast forward to today. Lauren has now served as President and CEO of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta for more than six years, leading the organization through moments of challenge, growth, and transformation. This month, the Y officially launches its new three-year strategic plan, a plan shaped by deep listening, data, and a clear belief in the Y's role as a catalyst for community wellbeing and belonging. We're thrilled to welcome Lauren back to Y Connect to reflect on her leadership journey, share her theme for the year ahead, and walk us through the vision, priorities, and heart behind the Y's 2026–2028 Strategic Plan. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How empathetic leadership reshaped the YMCA of Metro Atlanta after the pandemic ✅ Why belonging and connection are central to the Y's 2026–2028 Strategic Plan ✅ How the YMCA supports economic mobility and social capital across communities ✅ What it means for the Y to act as a catalyst for personal and community wellbeing Join the Y Connect Podcast to discover inspiring stories of transformation and wellness. Tune in for practical tips and community-driven insights on fitness transformation. Subscribe now to elevate your fitness journey! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to Y Connect: Welcoming CEO Lauren Koontz Back 04:10 Six Years of Leadership Through Crisis, Growth, and Change 07:36 Why YMCA Team Members Are the Y's Primary Stakeholders 09:44 Leadership, Humility, and Making Space for Every Voice 13:40 Word of the Year How "Catalyst" Defines the Y's Next Chapter 16:24 What Deep Listening Revealed About Community Needs 22:38 How the YMCA Breaks Down Socioeconomic Barriers 25:57 Why Belonging Must Be Intentionally Designed 28:00 Strategic Pillars Explained People, Programs, and Places 30:32 Expanding Impact Through Community Partnerships 34:23 Loneliness, Mental Health, and the Youth Suicide Crisis 40:21 National YMCA Leadership and Collaboration 42:41 What Success Looks Like for the YMCA by 2028 KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎The YMCA's greatest impact starts with investing in its people—staff, members, and communities 💎True belonging doesn't happen by accident; it requires intentional design and leadership 💎Cross-socioeconomic relationships are a powerful driver of economic mobility 💎The Y's future lies in being more than a place — it's a connector, convener, and catalyst ABOUT THE GUEST: Lauren Koontz serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, where she leads the organization's mission to ensure all people—especially children—have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential. With a career rooted in educational and health-focused nonprofit development, Lauren is deeply committed to positioning the Y as a thought leader and best-in-class provider of education, wellness, and youth development programs that strengthen communities across Metro Atlanta. Notably, she is the first woman to serve as President and CEO in the YMCA of Metro Atlanta's more than 160-year history. In her role, Lauren oversees the overall success of a complex, multi-site organization that includes 20 membership and program branches, 18 early learning centers, more than 40 partnership sites, two summer resident camps, and the YMCA Leadership & Learning Center, along with the staff and volunteers who bring these programs to life. She joined the YMCA of Metro Atlanta in 2012 as Chief Development Officer, was promoted to Executive Vice President in 2016, and later assumed the role of President and CEO. Prior to the Y, Lauren held leadership positions at Coxe Curry & Associates, Emory University School of Medicine, Mount Vernon School, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, where she was appointed to the organization's National Strategic Steering Committee at a young age. An active civic leader, Lauren serves on multiple boards and advisory councils and is widely recognized for her leadership, including honors from the Atlanta Business Chronicle and Atlanta Magazine. She frequently speaks on nonprofit leadership, strategy, and community impact. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: YMCA Metro Atlanta Facebook: YMCA Metro Atlanta LinkedIn: YMCA Metro Atlanta
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  • Fan Favorite: The Legacy of South Fulton Running Partners and the YMCA

    Fan Favorite: The Legacy of South Fulton Running Partners and the YMCA
    Jan 28 2026

    Today on (Y) Connect, we're thrilled to highlight the story of a community rooted in strength, endurance, and an unwavering commitment to health and wellness. Joining us is Monte Fowler, a veteran member of the South Fulton Running Partners—the nation's oldest Black recreation running group. For decades, this remarkable group has shared a deep connection with the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA, fostering a space where individuals unite to run and uplift one another. Monte brings a unique perspective as someone who grew up at the Y served on the YMCA board, and has dedicated years to this running community.

    IN THIS EPISODE:

    03:42 Monte' shares how he began his journey at the Y

    06:21 Why Monte' joined the South Fulton Running Partners and its legacy

    11:05 How the Y has played a supporting role to the Partners and the community and the Y's contribution to wellness

    18:37 Why the Y is unique to community wellness

    20:24 Advice to anyone interested in joining the Running Partners and what to expect

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    • Running offers more than physical fitness—it fosters lifelong health, builds discipline, and creates a supportive community. By embracing running, individuals can defy age-related health declines, find mentorship, and discover the "fountain of youth" through sweat, commitment, and connection

    • The South Fulton Running Partners is a community of role models who embody service, mentorship, and giving back. Leaders like Bob Holmes and William and Lou Stanley showcase the impact of discipline and community, offering life-changing mentorship and inspiring purpose and integrity

    • The YMCA in Atlanta is more than a gym—it's a pillar of holistic community building, nurturing physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. The running partners have exemplified this ethos for over four decades, forming a family bound by shared values. The Y teaches fitness, fosters lifelong relationships, and supports members through every stage of life. It's a place to grow, thrive, and find a true community

    RESOURCE LINKS:

    Facebook: YMCA Metro Atlanta

    Linkedin: YMCA Metro Atlanta

    Twitter: YMCA Metro Atlanta

    Website: YMCA Metro Atlanta

    BIOGRAPHY: Monte' Fowler

    Monte' Fowler is a long-standing Y and South Fulton Running Partners member and a seasoned professional with 23+ years in product management, technology, and consulting. As a Product Manager at Cox Communications, he oversees a $300M+ product portfolio and has launched innovative tools, earning the 2021 Synergy Award and multiple PIL awards.

    Dedicated to community service, Monte' has served on boards for Cascade Elementary, Beecher Hills Elementary, the Center for Working Families, and the YMCA. He has also directed the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia's largest fundraiser.

    Monte' holds an Executive MBA from Georgia Tech, a B.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, and certifications in AI and Lean Six Sigma. His expertise in technology and passion for service make him an outstanding podcast guest.
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  • What 2025 Taught Us at (Y) Connect

    What 2025 Taught Us at (Y) Connect
    Dec 31 2025
    Before we jump into another year of Y Connect, we wanted to pause and look back. 2025 was a meaningful year for this podcast. We sat down with members, staff, partners, and community leaders who reminded us why the YMCA matters and how deeply it shows up in people's lives. We heard stories of belonging, resilience, leadership, and impact that stayed with us long after the microphones were turned off. Today, we are reflecting on our favorite moments from this past year, the conversations that surprised us, what we learned about the YMCA that we didn't fully understand before, and what we're excited about as we begin our 4th year of Y Connect in 2026. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How YMCA community programs like the REACH program and Boys and Young Men of Color initiative transform lives through mentorship with Morehouse and Spelman students at Camp High Harbor ✅ The power of community engagement and partnership building as demonstrated through collaborations with corporations like Carter's and Gas South that prioritize employee wellness and early learning support ✅ Why nonprofit storytelling through podcasting strengthens advocacy day efforts and helps staff appreciate the breadth of youth development, adaptive swim program, and active older adults services beyond their individual roles Join the Y Connect Podcast to discover inspiring stories of transformation and wellness. Tune in for practical tips and community-driven insights on fitness transformation. Subscribe now to elevate your fitness journey! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The Y Connect's annual reflection episode on three years of YMCA community programs and storytelling 04:11 Robert shares Kendall Rae's story, Georgia's youngest farmer, Zarinah reflects on the Mermaids, and Allison shares Martha Haythorn's story 08:43 Discussion of Boys and Young Men of Color initiative, the REACH program at Camp High Harbor and Advocacy Day 18:14 How community engagement and belonging manifest through active older adults, running clubs, and partnership building with corporate sponsors 27:26 Looking ahead to 2026: More youth development voices, cancer survivor stories, and the Y's new strategic planning initiatives KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Personal connections drive lasting impact at the YMCA—from Jim Snotty's 100+ pound weight loss journey, to the Northwest Y mermaids' decades-long friendships that demonstrate how YMCA community programs create genuine belonging beyond fitness goals 💎 Advocacy day transforms staff perspective by showing how individual programs work and connect to broader systemic change—Robert's experience moving from serving one population to advocating for financial support across multiple community engagement initiatives revealed the power of a unified voice in nonprofit storytelling 💎 Corporate partnership building works best when companies prioritize internal employees first—Carly Stevens from Gas South emphasized ensuring workers have access to resources before expanding external community programs, a philosophy that strengthens authentic health and wellness impact RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: YMCA Metro Atlanta Facebook: YMCA Metro Atlanta LinkedIn: YMCA Metro Atlanta Ep. 59 - Kendall Rae Johnson: Georgia's Youngest Farmer Ep. 62 - Martha Haythorn Is Redefining Advocacy and Community ENCORE: Diving in with the Mermaids at the Y Ep. 56 - Empowering Boys and Young Men of Color: The Y and Morehouse College Partnership Ep. 40 - Summer at YMCA Camp High Harbour Ep. 53 - The Legacy of South Fulton Running Partners and the YMCA Ep. 73 - Fueling the Y's Impact: When Companies Listen to What Communities Need
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  • The Heart of Head Start: How the Y Supports Children & Families Every Day

    The Heart of Head Start: How the Y Supports Children & Families Every Day
    Dec 17 2025
    The YMCA's Head Start programs provide comprehensive support that transforms entire families, not just children. In this powerful episode of Y Connect, hosts Zarinah, Robert, and Allison speak with early childhood education leaders LaShaundra McDonald and Shamyra Thompson about the life-changing work happening at YMCA early learning centers. Both directors share their personal journeys from being Head Start parents to becoming passionate advocates for family support services. They discuss how comprehensive child development goes beyond academics to include mental health support, workforce development, and addressing food insecurity. Learn how meaningful family support creates opportunities that change entire family trajectories through parent engagement, fatherhood initiatives, and collaborative community partnership programs. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Head Start programs provide comprehensive child development that addresses academic, social, emotional, and physical needs while supporting entire families through resource connections and workforce development opportunities. ✅ Why parent engagement and family support services are critical components of effective early childhood education, including how family service associates build trusting relationships and connect families with housing, food, and mental health support resources. ✅ How personal experiences as Head Start parents shaped LaShaundra McDonald and Shamyra Thompson's leadership approaches, enabling them to create welcoming early learning centers where families feel safe, seen, and supported through initiatives like the fatherhood initiative. Join the Y Connect Podcast to discover inspiring stories of transformation and wellness. Tune in for practical tips and community-driven insights on fitness transformation. Subscribe now to elevate your fitness journey! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Head Start programs and their impact on early childhood education, and LaShaundra shares how volunteering led her to discover her passion for working with children 05:53 Shamyra explains how the Head Start program helped her complete her GED and build a career in early learning centers 10:04 Description of a high-quality classroom, including age-appropriate materials and open-ended questions 13:05 Discussion of meaningful family support beyond academics, including workforce development, rental assistance, food resources, and mental health support for children 15:48 The fatherhood initiative, including daddy daycare events, classroom activities and parent engagement opportunities 21:55 Head Start programs work when communities partner together to provide comprehensive child development for entire families KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Head Start programs deliver comprehensive child development while simultaneously supporting parents through family support services, resource connections, and workforce development opportunities that transform entire family trajectories. 💎 Early childhood education requires strong parent engagement and family service associates who build trusting relationships with families, understand their unique challenges, and proactively connect them with resources for housing, food insecurity, mental health support, and employment. 💎 Leaders like LaShaundra McDonald and Shamyra Thompson demonstrate how personal experience as Head Start parents enriches their leadership in early learning centers. ABOUT THE GUEST: LaShaundra McDonald is the Center Director at the Dean Rusk YMCA Head Start Academy with over 23 years of experience in the Early Learning field. LaShaundra has a Master's in both Human Services and Early Childhood Education. It is her goal to ensure that each child is provided a high-quality education in a safe and respectful environment that acknowledges and respects the diversity of each family, culture, and socio-economic background, while continuing to foster a foundation for life-long learning. Shamyra Thompson serves as the Center Director/FSA for the YMCA Barrow County Early Learning Center. With 19 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Mrs. Thompson holds a TCC, Diploma, and Associate's degree in Early Care and Education, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She has also earned her 40-hour Director's Training Credential. Head Start has been a defining part of her professional journey—both as a former Head Start parent and now as an experienced Head Start educator. Her educational philosophy centers on creating a positive, developmentally enriching learning environment that builds a strong foundation for lifelong learning. She firmly believes that every child deserves access to high-quality education and exceptional care during their early years. Mrs. Thompson is honored to serve in her current role and is committed to continued growth and leadership within the Head Start program. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: YMCA Metro Atlanta Facebook: YMCA Metro Atlanta ...
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  • Shared International Purpose: The Y Welcomes Tushig from Mongolia

    Shared International Purpose: The Y Welcomes Tushig from Mongolia
    Dec 3 2025
    Today on Y Connect, we're stepping into a global conversation. Over the past several weeks, our team has had the privilege of hosting Tushig Samdan, a nonprofit leader from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, who was in Atlanta through the U.S. Department of State's Professional Fellows Program. Tushig has spent nearly a decade leading the Badraa Foundation to Justice, an organization dedicated to expanding educational opportunities for Mongolian university students. Joining Tushig for today's conversation is our colleague Ryan Greenstein, the Y's Advocacy Program Manager. Ryan first learned about this fellowship through his work at The Carter Center, and he actually spent time in Mongolia last year on an exchange visit before joining the Y. Ryan and Tushig worked together over the previous few weeks, and today we get to learn from their shared experience. We're excited to talk about what brought Tushig to the U.S., what she's learned during her time with the YMCA, and the ways global partnerships can strengthen local impact. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How international exchange programs foster nonprofit leadership development through the U.S. Department of State's Professional Fellows Program, creating opportunities for cross-cultural learning and building sustainable government partnerships that strengthen community impact across continents. ✅ Strategies for building sustainable alum mentorship networks and educational opportunity initiatives that create long-term organizational sustainability, including how fundraising models and endowments can support youth development across generations. ✅ The power of community engagement and nonprofit collaboration in addressing challenges during uncertain times, demonstrating how civic organizations work together with corporations and government to prioritize community needs and create intentional partnerships. Join the Y Connect Podcast to discover inspiring stories of transformation and wellness. Tune in for practical tips and community-driven insights on fitness transformation. Subscribe now to elevate your fitness journey! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Tushig Samdan from Mongolia and Ryan Greenstein discuss international exchange programs and nonprofit leadership development 02:54 Tushig describes her professional development experience through the Professional Fellows Program, emphasizing cross-cultural learning and community engagement 04:57 Ryan shares his reciprocal Mongolia visit and the importance of hosting fellows from civic organizations to build government partnerships and strengthen international relationships 06:49 Tushig highlights impressive nonprofit collaboration between universities, corporations, and communities, noting how alumni mentorship programs create educational opportunity for students 14:03 Discussion of Y's community impact through early learning, teen leadership training, and accessible programs from infants to seniors, demonstrating organizational sustainability 17:50 The differences in fundraising models between Mongolia and the United States, and the value of the international exchange programs 25:24 Tushig shares her vision for creating Mongolia's first education-oriented endowment inspired by the Carter Center's model for building sustainable youth development 28:11 Closing gratitude and acknowledgment of host family, social enterprise connections, and the upcoming 2026 reciprocal exchange opportunity KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 International exchange programs create a powerful return on investment for nonprofit leadership development by fostering lasting relationships between nations. Tushig's four-week experience through the Professional Fellows Program demonstrated how cross-cultural learning builds stronger leaders who carry lessons back home. 💎 Sustainable nonprofit collaboration requires intentional partnerships between civic organizations, corporations, and government. The stark difference between U.S. and Mongolian nonprofit ecosystems lies in established fundraising models, formal support systems, and coordinated responses during challenging times, such as government shutdowns, where community engagement ensures vulnerable populations continue to receive services. 💎 Building organizational sustainability beyond individual leadership creates generational impact. Inspired by the Carter Center's endowment model, designed to last beyond President Carter's lifetime, Tushig envisions creating Mongolia's first education-oriented endowment to support youth development, alum mentorship, and educational opportunity forever, transforming short-term passion into long-term community impact through social enterprise thinking. ABOUT THE GUEST: Munkhtushig (Tushig) Samdan is a board member of the Badraa Foundation to Justice, an education-oriented NGO in Mongolia established in 2006 to promote educational equity and empowerment. The foundation is dedicated to supporting Mongolian university students pursuing bachelor's ...
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  • Creating Space for Teens to Belong — A Conversation with Leah Willig

    Creating Space for Teens to Belong — A Conversation with Leah Willig
    Nov 19 2025
    Today on Y Connect, we're joined by Leah Willig, the Y's Director of Teen Programs. Leah brings over a decade of youth development experience, having spent years leading impactful programming at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta before joining the Y. Her work has always focused on creating spaces where teens can explore who they are, connect, and envision what's possible in their futures. At the Y, Leah is leading efforts to expand and elevate teen programming across our association from monthly Teen Nights that bring youth together in fun, safe environments to academic and career-readiness initiatives, such as our partnership with The Princeton Review for SAT prep boot camps. She's passionate about helping teens see the Y as a place where they belong, grow, and lead. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How teen youth development programs create consistency through Universal teen night events, providing teens with fun opportunities while building community youth engagement, belonging and connection for youth across metro Atlanta ✅ How the Princeton Review partnership provides free SAT prep bootcamp sessions with certified instructors and 365-day portal access, building career readiness for teens through comprehensive college preparation resources. ✅ How innovative partnerships with Trilith Studios and the changemakers program provide teens with hands-on film production experience, script writing workshops, and connections to industry professionals, helping develop youth workforce skills through project-based learning. Join the Y Connect Podcast to discover inspiring stories of transformation and wellness. Tune in for practical tips and community-driven insights on fitness transformation. Subscribe now to elevate your fitness journey! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Leah shares her journey into creating teen youth development programs, discussing her decade of experience creating belonging and connection for youth at the YMCA 06:46 Launch of universal teen night events, creating consistency across branches with themed activities 09:18 Princeton Review partnership providing free SAT prep bootcamp sessions, teaching career readiness for teens with certified instructors 13:18 Trilith Studios partnership offering fully-funded after-school programs for teens, teaching cinematography and scriptwriting, while planning a 12-week changemakers program film festival 18:22 Leah shares how moving to Atlanta for college soccer taught her to encourage teens to step outside comfort zones, emphasizing the Y as a place of belonging and connection for youth KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Success in teen youth development programs isn't measured only by attendance numbers—it's about ensuring teens in each community are engaging with their Y, whether through work opportunities, college tours, SAT prep bootcamp sessions, or monthly teen night events, meeting each branch's unique needs. 💎 The Princeton Review partnership provides free career readiness for teens through comprehensive SAT preparation, giving all Y teen members access to certified instructors, practice booklets, and a 365-day online portal—making college preparation accessible regardless of when students plan to take the test. 💎 Building relationships through listening is essential for effective teen programming—visiting branches, learning teen names, understanding what each youth development director and their community needs, and staying current with evolving career interests ensures programs remain relevant and impactful. ABOUT THE GUEST: Leah Willig brings over 10 years of youth development experience to our team and has served in various director roles at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. Throughout her career, Leah has developed dynamic programming that provided diverse career opportunities for teens while building partnerships with local corporations and communities for unique learning experiences. Trilith Studios - Website Princeton Review - Website RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: YMCA Metro Atlanta Facebook: YMCA Metro Atlanta LinkedIn: YMCA Metro Atlanta
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