Diana Macis, Protective Services Program Manager of SD County’s Child and Family Well-Being department, talks about the recruitment of resource parents and the shift in how children, youth and families are supported in terms of adoptive and foster care.

Kristen Fogle, Executive Director of San Diego Writers, Ink, discusses the organization’s 20th Anniversary celebrations; it’s Joy workshops; upcoming classes; the “Brown Bag” program; and the importance of storytelling.

Lt. Col (Ret.) Tony Anthony, a Vietnam veteran, talks about his role as the Senior Plaque Designer for the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial (MSNVM). Lt. Col. Anthony is joined by Neil O’Connell, Executive Director of MSNVM to discuss the Memorial’s 70th Anniversary; membership strategy; MSNVM ceremonies; and the Memorial’s focus on education and innovation.

Dr. Moises Baron, President & CEO of the San Diego Center for Children, chats about the pediatric mental health care crisis; the Center’s comprehensive continuum of pediatric mental health and education services; and its success in improving access to mental health care.

Scott Brown, Board President for the San Diego County Crime Stoppers, chats about his organization’s “Students Speaking Out” program that empowers students to speak out to law enforcement officers when they observe or are aware of bullying, substance abuse, violence or weapons on their campuses. Brown is joined by Dr. Divya Kakaiya, Founder and CEO of Healthy Within, who works closely with Crime Stoppers to increase awareness about the “Students Speaking Out” program.

Janice Luna Reynoso, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Mundo Gardens, discusses her organization’s mission and its goal of shining a light on the need for indigenous human-centered approaches in public health, education and commerce.

Charles Parisi, Founder and CEO of Cloudcast Media, talks about his company’s focus on featuring the life-changing work of local brands, companies and nonprofits.

Sidd Vivek, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of San Diego County, is joined by Hanna Jensen, Vice President of Impact (JA), to talk about JA’s economic education programs for students; its cross-functional collaboration within the social sector; and its Summer Youth Employment program.

Monica Emery, Executive Director of the Center for World Music, discusses the mission of the Center; it’s footprint in the schools; and upcoming concerts.