Let’s Talk Boulder

Episode 8: A Child Friendly Boulder

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We're talking child-friendly cities this episode, communities where all kids feel safe and cared for, while being able to express their opinions and influence decisions that affect them. Becoming a child-friendly Boulder is an ongoing journey, but we've got a plan for how to get there. Ready, set, tune in!

Explore more visions for a child-friendly Boulder.

Special guests in this episode:
  • Sarah Huntley, Director of the City of Boulder Communications and Engagement Department
  • Mara Mintzer, Co-Founder and Director of Growing Up Boulder
  • Avery Stuhlbarg, YOAB member
  • Elias Weatherley, YOAB member
  • Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige
  • Paige Doughty of Jeff & Paige
    • This episode was produced and hosted by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear (adapted), licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
     
    Related Resources:
    • All about the City of Boulder's Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI).
    • Learn more about Growing Up Boulder. Explore their CFCI webpage.
    • Boulder's digital Child Friendly City Map.
    • Check out the city's Be Heard Boulder online engagement platform. Stay tuned for future opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas.
    • Learn about UNICEF CFCI around the world.
      • UNICEF CFCI in the United States.
      • Jeff and Paige's website and music.
      • Fostering a Better Community for Children and Youth, plus Family Services.
      • Dig into the city's Youth Opportunities Program.
        • Youth Opportunities Advisory Board (YOAB) and how to apply.
        • More opportunities for youth in Boulder.
          • Stay in the loop: follow City of Boulder Instagram #CFCIBoulder, and subscribe to city updates and Growing Up Boulder's newsletter.
           
          Upcoming Engagement Opportunities:
          • Teen Townhall: A Conversation about Policing and Safety. 
          • Boulder Police Department Youth Open House.
            • Learn more about both events.
             
            Music in this episode (adapted): 

            "A Civic Area" by Jeff and Paige. 

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