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Transforming Communities: The Butterfly Effect and Youth Empowerment

Transforming Communities: The Butterfly Effect and Youth Empowerment

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 Welcome to Let's Talk Local! In this episode, host Rod Lovett dives into an inspiring conversation with impactful community leaders and change-makers making waves in Central Florida. Joining Rod are Chiquita Wynn from the Florida Economic Consortium, Bobby Lyons from the Youth Violence Prevention Project, and Deja Coleman, the founder and CEO of The Butterfly Effect.Deja shares the powerful story behind her organization, a program empowering young girls (ages 7–17) to develop personal and professional skills, build self-dignity, and break free from societal expectations. Inspired by her own journey of transformation, Deja correlates her program’s mission with the life cycle of a butterfly—a story of resilience, strength, and eventual freedom.The conversation expands to highlight community outreach efforts, including partnerships with local programs like I Hope Mentoring, annual events for families in need, and initiatives to equip youth with essential tools for life success. Learn how these programs work together to provide mentorship, resources, and hope for the next generation.Key Highlights:
  • The Butterfly Effect: How a personal journey became a movement for young girls.
  • Addressing youth violence through innovative prevention programs.
  • Community-based accountability: Using data to measure real outcomes.
  • The power of partnerships in creating opportunities for change.
Tune in to hear how these leaders are shaping a brighter future for Orlando’s youth and how you can get involved in their impactful work.

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