06: CultureCast with guest Edna Primrose
Let’s talk about creating culture! Edna Primrose, founder and President of Differenza, shares on developing the next generation of leaders through access to quality education and culture.
- The importance of access to quality education: The conversation highlights the impact of access to quality education on individuals' lives. Edna shares her personal experience of moving from a brown community to a suburb and gaining access to better resources and education. They discuss the challenges faced by students who may be held back or lack access to resources in underprivileged communities. This emphasizes the need for equal educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their background.
- The role of Job Corps in empowering young people: The conversation discusses Job Corps, a program that provides young people with structured environments, education, and career development opportunities. Edna describes how Job Corps offers not only academic support but also life skills, leadership development, and industry-specific training. They highlight the program's focus on building good citizens and future leaders through service learning, community engagement, and exposure to new experiences. Job Corps serves as a platform for young individuals to excel, gain confidence, and pave their path to success.
Contact Edna Primrose:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eprimrose
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