Great.com interviewed Youth Central About Cultivating Leadership and Volunteerism in Calgary

Danielle Ribeiro from Great.com interviewed Youth Central as part of their ‘Great.com Talks With…‘ podcast. This series is an antidote to negative news stories that aims to shed light on organizations and experts whose work is making a positive impact on the world.

Michelle Hodgins, Coordinator of Communications & Philanthropy of Youth Central, talked with Great.com about cultivating leadership and volunteerism in Calgary youth.

At the core of Youth Central’s philosophy is the belief that all youth have the power to make a meaningful impact in their community. Through various programs and initiatives, Youth Central cultivates leadership qualities and encourages volunteerism among youth. From organizing community events to participating in service projects, young people are provided with opportunities to develop essential skills, foster social connections, and contribute to the betterment of society.

Youth Central fosters strong connections within the community. By facilitating partnerships between youth, nonprofit organizations, and local businesses, Youth Central is building stronger communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Youth Central is addressing pressing social issues, promoting inclusivity, and creating a more equitable society for all through collaborative efforts and grassroots initiatives.

The impact of Youth Central extends far beyond the statistics and numbers. It’s about the stories of resilience, empowerment, and transformation that unfold every day within the community. From the youth who discovers their passion for elevating the voices of their peers to the aspiring leader who spearheads a campaign for social justice, each story is a testament to the power of youth engagement and collective action.

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Great.com is an organization aimed at solving the world’s most dire problem — global climate change. Starting in New Jersey, their mission is to take money from an otherwise harmful and greedy industry (online casinos) and move it towards a positive and good cause (solving the climate crisis). In addition to directly donating 100% of the revenue they earn in the casino industry, they also launch and manage fundraising campaigns to persuade casino entrepreneurs to donate. So far, they’ve generated over $2 million to climate research through their own donations and proceeds from their fundraising initiatives.