Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Dara Bacon, Senior Director of Development with Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee, who highlights the nonprofit organization’s efforts to inspire and prepare young people for success.
During the interview, Dara talks about Junior Achievement’s proven lessons in financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship, and how they are positively impacting the lives of young people. She spotlights JA BizTown and JA Finance Park, along with current initiatives, like StartUp, which is removing barriers so more kids can participate in the programs and experiences. Dara shares some stories of student impact and also how parents and adult volunteers are impacted, as well. She also covers how the community can get involved and support their efforts to power the GOOD.
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