658. How a Student-Led Movement Sparked Global Change at Atlanta International School - Veronica McDaniel + Alice Abreu

Meet Veronica, the dedicated teacher and guiding force, alongside Alice, the passionate Senior at Atlanta International School (AIS) and Co-President of AIS Against Human Trafficking. 

AIS Against Human Trafficking is a dynamic, student-led initiative dedicated to raising awareness and mobilizing action against human trafficking through education, powerful storytelling, and global partnerships. This story represents the heart-wired generation students who are actively using their empathy and digital fluency to drive monumental societal change 🩵

Listen in to learn how this inspiring group has strategically teamed up with major global players like CNN and built a network with other international schools, transforming a local initiative into an undeniable global force. Their campaigns are a masterclass in resilience and creativity, showing the world what happens when Gen Z’s passion for justice is unleashed 🌱

Episode Highlights

• Empowering Students Against Human Trafficking (02:14)
• The Journey of Veronica McDaniel in Nonprofit (10:24)
• The Impact of Youth Voices in Activism (16:27)
• Harnessing Youth Energy for Change (21:06)
• Building a Content Engine for Advocacy (22:51)
• The Power of Consistency in Messaging (25:29)
• Inspiring Action Through Awareness (26:47)
• Intergenerational Learning and Relationship Building (29:17)
• The Impact of Generosity and Empathy (32:48)
• Alice’s One Good Thing: Real change starts with empathy and listening (35:49)
• Veronica’s One Good Thing: Building and Maintaining Relationships (36:39)

Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/658

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