Family Empowerment Podcast, Powered by Clover Nola

Where Are The Workers Study

Welcome to the Family Empowerment Podcast, Powered by Clover Nola! In this episode, our host Dr. Arnel Cosey sits down with Claire Jecklin, CEO of the New Orleans Career Center, to discuss workforce development in our community. Claire shares insights into how the Career Center provides technical training for high school youth and adults, focusing on those aged 18 to 24 and the unemployed or underemployed. We delve into our collaborative efforts on the "Where Are the Workers" study, which examines local talent, work opportunities, wages, barriers, and training needs in New Orleans. Key findings highlight the high interest in healthcare jobs and the necessity for better job training programs and wraparound services like transportation and childcare. Claire emphasizes the importance of coordinated efforts among community organizations to support workforce development and improve economic mobility. Tune in to learn more about how we can all contribute to creating better opportunities and support systems for our workforce. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on social media for more empowering content! For more information about Clover Nola, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @CloverNewOrleans. To learn more about the New Orleans Career Center, visit their website at ⁠NOCC.org⁠ [https://nocc.org/] or find them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Follow Family Empowerment Podcast Website: ⁠https://www.clovernola.org⁠ [https://www.clovernola.org/] Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lapelicanbriefs/]cloverneworleans Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560259747696]cloverneworleans X: ⁠https://x.com/⁠ [https://x.com/LaPelicanBriefs]clovernola

Clover's Head Start Program

Welcome to the Family Empowerment Podcast, Powered by Clover Nola! In this episode, our host Dr. Arnel Cosey explores the significant impact Clover Nola has on our community with special guest Crystal Russell, a devoted Clover parent and member of the Clover Parent Policy Council. Crystal shares her personal experiences with Clover’s programs and the positive influence they have had on her four-year-old daughter, highlighting our comprehensive services, including Head Start and Early Head Start. Crystal discusses the importance of our wraparound services that support not only the child's needs but also the family's needs, such as nutrition, career development, and access to resources. She also shares her role in the parent policy council, advocating for families and the broader community, and recounts her advocacy trip to Washington D.C., emphasizing the need for continued federal funding and support for our essential services. Tune in to hear Crystal’s inspiring story and learn more about how Clover Nola empowers our community every day. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! For more information about our programs and services, follow us on all social media platforms at Clover New Orleans. Thank you for watching! Follow Family Empowerment Podcast Website: ⁠https://www.clovernola.org⁠ [https://www.clovernola.org/] Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lapelicanbriefs/]cloverneworleans Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560259747696]cloverneworleans X: ⁠https://x.com/⁠ [https://x.com/LaPelicanBriefs]clovernola

Clover's Advocacy Impact

Welcome to the Family Empowerment Podcast, powered by CloverNola! In our inaugural episode, Dr. Arnel Cosey, our Strategy and Impact Officer, sits down with our CEO, Dr. Keith Liederman, to discuss Clover's rich history of advocacy and its profound impact on the Greater New Orleans community. From early efforts to combat child labor and push for civil rights to pioneering public policy initiatives, our commitment to social justice has always been at the forefront. Dr. Liederman shares exciting developments, including securing public funding for early childhood education in New Orleans, benefiting thousands of families, and protecting seniors through Home and Community-Based Services. Our strategic partnerships with key organizations have been instrumental in driving change and improving lives, ensuring comprehensive and inclusive support for all. Tune in to learn more about our holistic, intergenerational approach and our unwavering commitment to creating a thriving community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Whether you're a long-time supporter or new to our mission, we hope you'll be inspired by the impactful stories and join us in making a difference. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and family. Follow Family Empowerment Podcast Website: https://www.clovernola.org [https://www.clovernola.org/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ [https://www.instagram.com/lapelicanbriefs/]cloverneworleans Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560259747696]cloverneworleans X: https://x.com/ [https://x.com/LaPelicanBriefs]clovernola

Family Empowerment Podcast Trailer

"Family Empowerment Podcast, Powered by CloverNola" is a monthly podcast series where Dr. Arnel Cosey talks with various Clover Nola team members, partners, and exemplary participants about the programs offered, studies developed, and life changing stories shared by CloverNola. Each season, Arnell will dive deeper into what Clover is and how it impacts the city of New Orleans.