Civic Action Podcast

S3.E4 – Youth Access, Civic Opportunities: A Conversation with Miles Davis

Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is an initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. In this special episode, Miles Davis, Policy Director at PRISM, joins us for an important conversation about expanding access and creating civic opportunities for youth. Together, we explore how policy and community initiatives can open doors for young people, build pathways for leadership, and strengthen the civic life of our communities. This episode is a reminder that youth empowerment starts with access—access to resources, mentorship, and real civic involvement. Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications! Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ [https://www.virtutempopulo.org/]💙 Facebook: /virtutempopuloinc ❤️ Instagram: /virtutem_populo 💙 Twitter: /virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net This podcast was funded by a grant from the Brooks and Joan Fortune Foundation. #EducationMatters #CivicActionPodcast #VirtutemPopulo #YouthAccess #CivicOpportunities #PRISM Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications!

S3.E2 – Youth Voices, County Choices: A Conversation with Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is an initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. In this special episode, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava joins us for an inspiring conversation on the challenges and opportunities shaping Miami-Dade County. Together, we explore how local government tackles pressing community issues, the vital role of leadership in driving change, and why investing in youth voices is essential for the county’s future. This episode is a reminder that empowering young people isn’t just about listening, it’s about acting on their ideas to build a stronger, more inclusive Miami-Dade. Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications! Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ 💙 Facebook: /virtutempopuloinc ❤️ Instagram: /virtutem_populo 💙 Twitter: /virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net [info@virtutempopulo.net] This podcast was funded by a grant from the Brooks and Joan Fortune Foundation. Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications!

S3.E1 – Passing the Torch: Maurits & Clint Talk Legacy, Leadership, & Letting Go

Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is an initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. In this powerful season opener, Founder & Board Chair Maurits Acosta and Incoming Executive Director Clint John Jr. sit down for a real and raw conversation on what it means to transition leadership, protect legacy, and build something that outlives you. It’s a reflection on what it means to “pass the torch”: to move from being the voice to empowering the next one. Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications! Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ 💙 Facebook: /virtutempopuloinc ❤️ Instagram: /virtutem_populo 💙 Twitter: /virtutem_populo 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net [info@virtutempopulo.net] This podcast was funded by a grant from the Brooks and Joan Fortune Foundation. #VirtutemPopulo #CivicActionPodcast #YouthLeadership #SuccessionPlanning #CommunityLeadership #PurposeDriven Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications!

Philanthropy Meets Public Schools: Erin Sicker on Funding the Future

In this episode, we sit down with Erin Sicker, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for New Education Initiatives, the nonprofit behind fundraising for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. When tax dollars can’t cover it, their work steps in. From student wellness to digital access, Erin breaks down how public-private partnerships power the future of education and why young people need a seat at the table in these conversations. Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications!

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. Make sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications!