Our next episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features Michael Corey, Executive Director of the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County (HSC). Founded in 2010, nonprofit leaders conceived HSC to help the health and human services sector come together, with one voice, to improve services to the people they served, and the Columbus Region as a whole. Currently, the HSC serves and represents 160+ nonprofits in the Columbus region. You can learn more about HSC by visiting: https://humanservicechamber.org/

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE  

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.  

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS  

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.  Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ    

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR

Our next episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features A Kid Again's VP of Field Services Steve Stevenson. Since 1995, A Kid Again has impacted families raising a child with a life-threatening condition. A Kid Again's programming include the entire family, not just the sick child, for a monthly cost-free and care-free event, which they call an Adventure. These Adventures allow families to feel hope, happiness, and healing as they forget about their medical bills and doctors’ visits, and they get to enjoy watching their children feel just like A Kid Again. Learn more about A Kid Again by clicking here.

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.

Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ  

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR

Our next episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features Bhutanese Community of Central Ohio's Executive Director Sudarshan Pyakurel and Outreach Coordinator Laxmi Narayan Dahal. Founded in 2009, BCCO is is dedicated to helping the newly resettled Bhutanese refugee population along with those new Bhutanese Americans who have been in the U.S. for several years. BCCO provides case management, health and wellness services, education, cultural programs, sport and recreation programs, and more. Learn more about BCCO by clicking here.

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.

Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ  

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR

Our next episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features Kaleidoscope Youth Center's (KYC) Executive Director Erin Upchurch. Founded in 1994, KYC is the largest and longest-standing organization in Ohio solely dedicated to serving and supporting queer youth. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, KYC works to provide a safer place, programming, and leadership opportunities so that youth can be free to explore who they are and empowered to become their confident, truest self. Learn more about KYC's impact, programs, volunteer opportunities, and donate by clicking here.

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.

Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ  

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR

Our next episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features Huckleberry House's Executive Director Sonya Thesing. Since 1970, Huckleberry House has been the primary provider of shelter and services to run away, homeless and at risk youth in Franklin county. Through crisis services, family and individual counseling, community outreach, and independent living skills training, Huckleberry House makes sure every teen has a safe home environment. 

If you are in a crisis situation and need help, call Huckleberry House's 24-hour crisis hotline at (614) 294-5553 or click here for assistance.

Learn More About Huckleberry House: www.HuckHouse.org

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.

Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ  

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR

Our next episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services President & CEO Dr. Seleshi Ayalew Asfaw and Director of Youth Services Amanuel Merdassa. ETSS provides programs and services designed to increase the wellness of the whole family ages 5 and older through their Youth Programs, Adult Programs, and Family Care Department.

Learn More About ETSS: https://ethiotss.org/

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE 

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.    

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS 

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.    

Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ  

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR

Our first episode is hosted by Adero Robinson, executive director for City Year Columbus, and features Natalie Cosgray, a second year AmeriCorps Member with City Year Columbus. Throughout this episode, we will explore the AmeriCorps member experience at City Year Columbus and how we are working with students and the community to support student success.

Apply to Become a City Year AmeriCorps Member: https://www.cityyear.org/apply-now/

Donate to City Year Columbus: https://bit.ly/3D3uitZ  

ABOUT RED JACKET ROUNDTABLE 

Red Jacket Roundtable is hosted by City Year Columbus and its executive director, Adero Robinson. Each podcast episode will feature a robust conversation featuring local community members and leaders as they discuss community and civic issues to include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our community. Additionally, this podcast will explore City Year successes, challenges, and intersectionality that impact young people we work with in the schools and in the AmeriCorps program.    

ABOUT CITY YEAR COLUMBUS 

City Year Columbus helps students and schools succeed, while preparing the next generation of civically engaged leaders who can work across lines of difference. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school. Schools that partner with City Year are up to 2-3 times more likely to improve in English and math assessments, and the more time students spend with AmeriCorps members, the more they improve on social, emotional and academic skills—skills that help students thrive in school and contribute to their community. A proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, City Year is supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy. City Year Columbus partners with Columbus City School District to serve students in 8 schools located in the Near East Side, East Side, Linden, South Side, and West Side neighborhoods of Columbus.    

Music: "Cali" is written and performed by ItsWatR