E5: Why we need a Youth Board in Taos with Danielle VanderpoolE5: Why we need a Youth Board in Taos with Danielle Vanderpool
Taos Talks
Danielle Vanderpool discusses the benefits of a Youth Board in Taos and its impact on community strength.
15:43•2 Mar 2021
Empowering Youth: Danielle Vanderpool's Vision for Taos
“It definitely can be beneficial to them, and I really want to send a huge thank you out to you for being such a huge part of this initiative. I'm excited to be engaged and to move forward in building this initiative for the youth.”
What if the future of your community depended on the voices of its youngest members? In this episode of 'Taos Talks', Danielle Vanderpool, the Town of Taos Continuum Coordinator, passionately advocates for the creation of a Youth Board in Taos, New Mexico. Vanderpool believes that giving young people a platform to express their opinions and concerns can lead to significant positive changes in the community.
She explains how this initiative can develop leadership skills, provide insight into the juvenile justice system, and improve communication abilities among the youth. Danielle also sheds light on the role of the Town of Taos Continuum Juvenile Justice Advisory Board and its impact on preventive and interventive programs. Her experience with Talking Circles, a method that has brought remarkable benefits to students in Taos, is also discussed.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in fostering community strength through youth engagement and collaborative partnerships.
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