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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 14 - Youth Empowerment and Recovery: An Interview with Brendan, YPR Durango Chapter Lead
Youth Empowerment and Recovery: An Interview with Brendan, YPR Durango Chapter Lead
In episode 14 of Youth Empowerment Radio, host Audrey interviews Brendan, the lead of the Young People in Recovery (YPR) Durango chapter and program coordinator at Oak Tree Youth Resources. Brendan discusses the key takeaways for homeless youth seeking sobriety, the success stories from recovery groups, understanding and preventing relapse, and the rewards and challenges of leading a recovery program. Brendan shares personal experiences, the importance of community connection, and advice for others looking to start or lead similar programs. The episode also highlights the practical resources available for unhoused youth and the efforts to engage and support them through creative activities and outreach.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:42 Key Takeaways for Homeless Youth Seeking Sobriety
02:00 Success Stories and Recovery Group Dynamics
04:34 Understanding and Preventing Relapse
07:52 Gains After Recovery
10:59 Impact of Substance Use and Being Unhoused
13:39 Inspiration and Leadership in YPR
15:56 Challenges and Rewards of Leading a Recovery Program
23:04 Advice for Starting a Recovery Program
25:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts