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Youth Empowerment Radio
This podcast was created by young people as a project of Youth MOVE Colorado, a youth-led organization. This is meant to serve as a fun, educational, and community-building resource for youth with lived experience. We will be having organic conversations about everything from making friends to advocating for change, and interviewing other changemakers along the way!
Youth Empowerment Radio
Season 2 Episode 4 - Interview with Carlton Mason, CEO of CASA for the 7th Judicial District
Carlton Mason on Leading CASA: Breaking the Cycle of Abuse and Neglect
In this episode, Carlton Mason, CEO of CASA for the 7th Judicial District, shares his unique journey into his role, the profound impact of CASA's mission, and the importance of positive, non-transactional relationships for youth. Carlton discusses the challenges and barriers faced by young people in crisis, the organization's approach to advocacy and engagement, the significance of creating safe and trusting environments, and redefining success beyond societal norms. Listen in as Carlton and Jared dive deep into the power of hope, compassion, and ordinary moments that lead to extraordinary change.
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:44 Discovering CASA's Mission
02:23 The Importance of Non-Transactional Relationships
06:02 Challenges and Barriers for Youth
18:02 Defining Success Beyond Traditional Metrics
24:35 Final Thoughts and Messages