Ep. 15- Overcoming Adultism: Centering Youth Voice in Violence Prevention Work

Kayla DeCant, Project Director of Prevention & Outreach at Lewis University, is all about stopping gender-based violence—especially on college campuses. We explore "adultism," as a barrier to empowering young people to seek help, and common roadblocks for youth involvement in prevention efforts. Kayla gets real about the current federal ban on words like “equity” and “empathy,” and shares creative strategies for practitioners to reframe conversations to "meet youth where they are." Learn why peer support is vital, and ways to elevate conversation and education on violence prevention amidst societal shifts. [email protected]