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/…
One talk each weekday from a leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints General Conference Podcast
General Conference session podcasts from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, plus related programming from KSL NewsRadio in Salt Lake City.
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Gospel Principles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Hello my name is Joshua Haws and I’m starting this podcast to educate those who are unfamiliar about teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and uplift those who struggle with the struggles of the world. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/josh-haws/support
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I've broken down the history of the Mormon Church in 50 objects to help tell parts of the story. Hope you enjoy.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
This is the Savior’s gospel, and this is His Church (see 3 Nephi 27:21; Mosiah 26:22; 27:13). The combination of the two is powerful and transformative.
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Being filled with God’s love shields us in life’s storms but also makes the happy moments happier.
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Learn how priesthood ordinances and covenant promises will allow God’s power to flow into your life.
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Hope is a living gift, a gift that grows as we increase our faith in Jesus Christ.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Now is the time for you and for me to prepare for the Second Coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus the Christ.
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When we ignore the distractions of the world and focus on Christ and His gospel, we are guaranteed success.
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We truly believe that we are all literally the children of God, and because of that, we have the potential to become like Him.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
We cannot underestimate the significance of sacred scriptures both in conversions and in remaining faithful in the gospel.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
We hold up the Lord’s light when we hold fast to our covenants and when we support our living prophet.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Knowing this incredible plan will help us know we are children of God and we can become like Him.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The branches of your testimony will draw strength from your deepening faith in Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
I bear witness of the sacred work of teaching Heavenly Father’s children the simple doctrine of Jesus Christ.
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God trusts you, the children of the covenant, to help with His work of bringing all His children safely home to Him.
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Upcoming moments will provide members of the Church everywhere with increased opportunities to share the glad tidings of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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If Jesus Christ sought quiet time to commune with God and to be strengthened by Him, it would be wise for us to do the same.
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Despite the challenges we all face, our loving Heavenly Father has designed the plan of happiness such that we are not destined to fail.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Our sincere gospel questions can provide Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ with opportunities to help us grow.
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Christ’s charity—evident in complete loyalty to divine will—persisted and continues to persist.
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If we are not faithful and obedient, we can transform the God-given blessing of prosperity into a prideful curse that diverts and distracts us.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Let us not wait for things to get hard before turning to God. Let us not wait until the end of our mortal lives to truly repent.
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Joseph Smith was “blessed to open the last dispensation,” and we are blessed that he did.
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Jesus Christ’s love and power can save each of us from our mistakes, weaknesses, and sins and help us to become something more.
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Holiness to the Lord makes daily living sacred. It draws us closer and happier to the Lord and each other.
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Following the Lord’s will in our life will enable us to find the most precious pearl in the world—the kingdom of heaven.
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We can help others progress in their journey to receive God’s blessings.
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Daily repentance allows us to discern the guidance of the Lord through the Holy Ghost.
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The Savior’s declaration “ye are my friends” is a clarion call to build higher and holier relationships among all of God’s children.
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Because of the redeeming life and mission of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we can—and should—be the most joyful people on earth!
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As we reach out to Jesus Christ in faith, He will always be there.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
As we remain bonded to the Lord, our lives will naturally reflect His light, and we will become the salt of the earth.
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Daily Prophet: Talks from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
May we bury—very, very deep—any element of rebellion against God in our lives and replace it with a willing heart and a willing mind.
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As followers of Christ, we teach and testify of Jesus Christ, our Perfect Role Model. So let us follow Him by forgoing contention.
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Jesus Christ is always calling upon us, and He uses us, His ordinary servants, to help bring His children to Him.
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God trusts us to make many important decisions, and in all matters He asks us to trust Him.
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