August 29, 2022 Season 3 Episode 7

Michigan, United States: Ta’Shena Sams is humble and selfless in her service to young people. She’s been involved in youth programming almost her whole life, both as a participant and a practitioner. She honors her Native teachings and culture by always wanting the best for everyone. Nothing makes her happier than seeing young people succeed.

Ta’Shena Sams: Aambe Kinoomaadidaa-Come Let’s Work Together, Come Let’s Teach Each Other

September 12, 2022 Season 3 Episode 8

Central Region, Uganda: Florence Bugembe grew up with 13 siblings and didn’t always have a stable family life, food on the table, or real opportunity. But to her, every challenge was an opportunity. Her own experience is a lesson she shares to help others in their struggles. Just because you’re going through a tough time, don’t let it stop you from becoming who you want to be.

Florence Bugembe: Be Appreciative and Don’t Take Things for Granted

September 26, 2022 Season 3 Episode 9

Minnesota, United States: Barbara Van Deinse never envisioned youth work as a career option. But when her corporate career started to feel less fulfilling, she knew she wanted to make a bigger contribution and work to foster change in the world. Then YIPA’s job opening grabbed her heart and she joined this community of people all working together for positive change. She’s become a youth worker at heart and is proud to belong!

Barbara Van Deinse: Let Go and Grow

October 10, 2022 Season 3 Episode 10

Minnesota, United States: Nallely Castro Montoya learned early on to do what you can to support others. But doing so also taught her an invaluable lesson about being more empathetic toward herself. It is a guiding principle that shapes who she is and how she works with young people. And it’s a call to action for every youth worker’s self-care.

Nallely Castro Montoya: Listen With Your Heart

October 24, 2022 Season 3 Episode 11
New Mexico, United States: Selena Bejarano has followed her faith to take on big challenges and not let fear stop her. As she says, you do it scared. And that has worked out okay but more importantly, showed her so many ways to grow in the process. She’s a true servant leader, committed to helping others even in the most difficult circumstances. Through all the seasons of her life, she learns and grows as she goes.

Selena Bejarano: You Do It Scared

November 8, 2022 Season 3 Episode 12
Tennessee, United States: Travis Claybrooks approaches service with an uncommon perspective of discernment and deeply rooted faith. His life’s work focuses on addressing harm and trauma. He reminds us to follow the throb in our chest about making a difference in the world.

Travis Claybrooks: Kasserian Ingera – And How Are The Children

The Passionate Youth Worker podcast is your invitation to explore your own life experiences by listening to other’s personal stories. Join me, Paul Meunier, the executive director of the Youth Intervention Programs Association, as I interview youth workers from around the globe to reveal how their unique life experiences impact their work. Tune in and be inspired to consider how your story uniquely impacts your youth work.

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