Friend of the agency Macy Pulliam joins the show to share her experience in founding the now wildly successful Social Llama Events - and the hidden meaning behind the name. Tune in to learn why child welfare is close to Macy's heart and what she is doing tie in a "give-back" component in her work!

Thought Leaders Lounge is a summer series show with new episodes released every other week throughout the season. As an ongoing conversation with Family Compass, we focus on program updates, community stories, and inspiring guests. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram! Contact the show at podcast@family-compass.org. Sponsorship opportunities available.

The mission of Family Compass is to build healthy families and a strong North Texas community by preventing child abuse and neglect. Programs are evidence-based, voluntary and free of charge. Family Compass believes that every child has the fundamental right to a healthy family and environment, the opportunity to succeed in school and the capacity to experience life without abuse or violence. Learn more at family-compass.org.

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Alicia Foxx and Kyla Lynch join the show to talk about Family Compass' involvement with Dallas CAPCO, Child Abuse Prevention Coalition, a group of over 30 child welfare organizations uniting to mobilize and share resources in the area. The core focus of Dallas CAPCO is to prevent child abuse and to spread awareness of the cause. Family Compass and Dallas CASA have both Co-Chaired the coalition for many years.

To hear more from Alicia, check out Episode 2 of Season 1. She was on the show previously to discuss her role as Program Director of Community Education and Outreach and the focus of our Fathers Initiative throughout Family Compass' work.

Thank you to Hockey House for making this episode of Thought Leaders Lounge possible! Hockey House is the new home of individual or small group hockey practice and entertainment – think of it like batting cages except for hockey! Focus on skill development in stick handling, shooting, and so much more. Support our friends at Hockey House by visiting hockeyhouse.com to learn more about the facility conveniently located in Grapevine, TX. Hockey House is proud to support Family Compass' vision where all children are safe in their homes and communities.

Thought Leaders Lounge is a summer series show with new episodes released biweekly throughout the season. As an ongoing conversation with Family Compass, we focus on program updates, community stories, and inspiring guests. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram! Contact the show at podcast@family-compass.org. Sponsorship opportunities available.

The mission of Family Compass is to build healthy families and a strong North Texas community by preventing child abuse and neglect. Programs are evidence-based, voluntary and free of charge. Family Compass believes that every child has the fundamental right to a healthy family and environment, the opportunity to succeed in school and the capacity to experience life without abuse or violence. Learn more at family-compass.org.

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Friend of the agency and consultant Sommer Neff joins the show to share about her career path as social worker, serving abroad, and becoming an entrepreneur. She has felt most fulfilled in her profession by working with organizations like Family Compass, "organizations with equity at their core."

Thought Leaders Lounge is a summer series show with new episodes released every other week throughout the season. As an ongoing conversation with Family Compass, we focus on program updates, community stories, and inspiring guests. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram! Contact the show at podcast@family-compass.org. Sponsorship opportunities available.

The mission of Family Compass is to build healthy families and a strong North Texas community by preventing child abuse and neglect. Programs are evidence-based, voluntary and free of charge. Family Compass believes that every child has the fundamental right to a healthy family and environment, the opportunity to succeed in school and the capacity to experience life without abuse or violence. Learn more at family-compass.org.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.