Civic Action Podcast

Virtutem Populo, Inc.
Civic Action Podcast

The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Its goal is to provide youth with a variety of perspectives on community service and civic engagement. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

Episodes

  1. 07/29/2024

    Flipping the Script: Lya Interviews Maurits on Civic Action

    Join us as Lya Quintana, a student at Jose Marti MAST Academy, interviews the founder of Virtutem Populo, Maurits Acosta, on all thing civic action and starting a nonprofit organization. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    21 min

  2. 06/22/2024

    Be The Change: A Conversation with Miami's Youngest Elected Official

    Listen to  this inspiring conversation between Virtutem Populo's Executive Director, Maurits Acosta,  and City of Hialeah Councilman, Bryan Calvo. Bryan is a licensed Florida attorney, former White House intern, Harvard graduate, and the youngest elected official in Miami-Dade County.  Bryan received a full ride scholarship to attend Harvard University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Government and a Language Citation in Italian. He was accepted to Harvard in one of the most competitive years in Harvard’s history, with over 40,000 students applying for 1,500 spots. During his time at Harvard, Bryan was a Senior Staffer of Harvard Model Congress, an active member of the Institute of Politics, and President of the Harvard Candela Salsa Team.  While in law school, Bryan ran for and was elected to the Hialeah City Council, where he serves as the youngest elected official in Miami-Dade County. Although his various professional commitments keep Bryan very busy, he is passionate about various hobbies including holding a current private pilot’s license, scuba diving, spearfishing, and taking his two dogs Mars and Ziva on long walks. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    25 min

  3. 04/12/2024

    Students Impacting Communities with Alyson Garcia and Vanessa Banos

    Alyson and Vanessa are the founders of Know Your Rights Weekly, an email newsletter based in Miami-Dade County run by students. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    23 min

  4. 02/12/2024

    All Things University of Florida and Student Engagement with Josh Rios

    Josh Rios is a graduate of the University of Florida and former student advisor to the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Listen in as we talk about dual enrollment, student advocacy, and the power of youth in local government. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    24 min

  5. 11/11/2023

    All Things Voting and Election Law with J.C. Planas

    Listen in as we speak with former member of the Florida House of Representatives and election law professor at St. Thomas University J.C. Planas. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    30 min

  6. 09/27/2023

    Becoming a Community Leader with Chairman Hector Abad

    In episode #7 of the Civic Action Podcast, we interviewed Hector Abad, the chair of the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Hector is a cancer survivor and champion for education our community. Learn about his path and what he did to become a community leader. Use his advice to learn how you can become a community changemaker as well. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    23 min

  7. 09/27/2023

    From High School Student to School Board Member with Luisa Santos

    In episode #6 of the Civic Action Podcast, we interviewed Luisa Santos, the youngest-ever elected school board member of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Luisa is a pioneer for student leadership and change-making and has developed many programs for students to get involved in civic and government at the local level. Let's see her thoughts on the importance of student civic engagement and her advice on how one can get involved more in their community.  Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    27 min

  8. 07/10/2023

    Students for Disease Prevention and Early Detection with Andrea Ivory

    In episode #5 we interviewed Andrea Ivory, Founder and Executive Director of the Women's Breast & Heart Initiative. The Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative (WBHI) is a nonprofit outreach organization piloting whole communities toward lifesaving, preventive self-care. Through boots-on-the-ground education and screening initiatives, WBHI vigorously encourages and supports social responsibility, community organization and the good health of all women.  We spoke about how students can join the mission by becoming an advocate for the specialty license plate. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    22 min

  9. 06/16/2023

    Securing the Future of Miami with Children's Trust CEO James Haj

    On the fourth episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed James Haj, the president and CEO of the Children's Trust of Miami Dade County. We spoke about all things children, civic engagement, and how to secure the future leaders of Miami. Learn about what the Children's Trust is, how your tax dollars are at work, and much more. Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    25 min

  10. 05/27/2023

    The Future of Youth Leadership in Miami with Anthony Valenzuela

    On the third episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed Anthony Valenzuela, a young changemaker and community councilman for district 11. We spoke about all things civic engagement and how students can set themselves up to be the future leaders of Miami. Learn about Anthony's very own podcast, his experience at the University of Florida, and much more. Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    30 min

  11. 04/21/2023

    All Things MDCPS with Superintendent Jose L. Dotres

    On the second episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed Superintendent Jose L. Dotres of Miami Dade County Public Schools. We spoke about all things civic engagement and how to empower the student voice within the school district. Learn about all the incredible programs and opportunities MDCPS gives its students and how Miami schools serve as a model for student representation in Florida. Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    25 min

  12. 03/25/2023

    All Things Miami-Dade College with Pres. Vazquez

    On the first episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed President Fermin Vazquez of Miami-Dade College North Campus. Learn about dual enrollment credits, getting your associates degree in high school, and what MDC has to offer. You will also hear motivating stories about how you can be the change you want to see in the world! Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

    24 min
  • 12 Episodes

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About

The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Its goal is to provide youth with a variety of perspectives on community service and civic engagement. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.

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  • Creator
    Virtutem Populo, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Virtutem Populo, Inc. | Civic Action Podcast
  • Show Website
    Civic Action Podcast

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