Executive Director, Elika Almeida is interviewed by Pocono 96.7 Morning Host, Gary Cee

Thank you to Gary Cee for having Youth Infusion's Co-founder & Executive Director on his morning show, Pocono 96.7. 

Elika Almeida is on a mission to touch as many kids lives as possible through Youth Infusion's programming such as their Youth Leadership Advisory Board and Youth-led Podcasting. We encounter tragic headline after tragic headline of school shootings, youth suicide and the struggles facing young people today and with the pandemic, this has become more evident. We believe that youth are assets to their communities and our mission is to provide those connections to their peers, parents, with other trusting adults and with their communities through confidence-buildling as they learn new things and apply it within their communities. Elika's aim is to give youth the social connection and sense of purpose that is missing in their lives, the absence of which fuels the continued rise in youth tragedies that we've been bearing witness to. 

In addition, Elika talks about some of Youth Infusion's upcoming events, fundraisers and the need for funding to continue running these essential youth programs. She also points out that having partners in the community such as businesses and other non-profits is key to acquiring funding. She believes that when there is collaboration, everyone benefits and grows from it.

Listen in and get involved. Connect with Elika and Youth Infusion either by volunteering, donating or collaborating. WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER!

You can listen every morning Monday-Friday from 6am - 10am Live here: https://pocono967.com/gary-cee-mornings/ 

For more information on Youth Infusion's programming, visit their website: https://youthinfusioninc.com/