In this episode of Empower Wyandotte, host Jessica Schmidtberger engages with Kelly Gough Moran, the Director of Development and Communications at CrossLines Community Outreach. They discuss the significance of person-centered language, ethical storytelling, and the impact of community outreach on individuals experiencing homelessness. Kelly shares real-life stories, including that of Raymond, a man who overcame homelessness with the support of CrossLines. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing individual strengths, the challenges of systemic issues, and the power of effective communication in fostering community empowerment.

resources:

https://www.cross-lines.org/what-we-do/who-we-help-and-client-stories.html

People Who Are Homeless are People First: Opportunity for Community Psychologists to Lead in Language Reframing by Geri Palmer

Can a Brief Strength-Based Parenting Intervention Boost Self-Efficacy and Positive Emotions in Parents? | International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology

an opportunity to explore your strengths:

https://www.viacharacter.org/

https://tayyabrashid.com/pdf/via_strengths.pdf

takeaways:

• Person-centered language in communication is important.
• Ethical storytelling can change perceptions about homelessness.
• Recognizing individual strengths is crucial in outreach efforts.
• Community involvement is essential for effective support.

• Systemic challenges must be acknowledged but not overwhelming.
• Volunteers play a vital role in community outreach.
• Empowerment comes from recognizing dignity and respect.
• Authenticity in communication fosters trust and engagement.

contact:

[email protected]

keywords:

Empower Wyandotte, community outreach, ethical storytelling, person-centered language, strengths-based communication, social impact, CrossLines Community Outreach, systemic challenges, volunteerism, community support