Show notes
Today, Denise and I interviewed Avi Palaoro from Oregon City High School. Avi is an active member of her school’s student council, as well as other groups in her community. She focuses on building platforms for people to enable them to voice out their ideas and experiences.She will share her story to show us that making a difference in the world does not have an age requirement. Connecting with people and making them open up to you to understand them better also does not require a degree. Sometimes, all it takes are three words. Let’s listen to Avi and learn the words that can help us understand other people better! [00:01 – 01:59] Opening SegmentDenise and I introduce and welcome our guest, Avi PalaoroJoin our Facebook group! Link below[02:00 – 20:03] The Flip-5 SegmentWe take turns asking five GTKY questionsLearn more GTKY questions!Link below[20:04 – 36:44] Building Platforms For Voices to be Heard Let’s get to know AviWhat stood out to Avi about social connections? Listen to Avi on how she handles racism and homophobiaAvi gives interesting insights about calling out and shaming “No-hate” dialogues [36:45 – 51:57] Giving People Experiences Avi tells us the importance of having conversations about differing beliefs Educate and give resourcesDon’t force-feed your own beliefs How important is her support system in pursuing her passion and advocacies?We talk about turning abstract ideas into concrete experiences You can’t tell someone how they should feel[51:58 – 01:08:06] Making People Open UpThe three powerful words that can help other people open up to youDenise explainsThe difference between reacting and responding Talking about uncomfortable topics and those still considered taboo [01:08:07 – 01:15:29] Take Care of Yourself FirstThe question that people should ask for each other Being vulnerableDon’t forget to take care of yourself first Communicate your “why” and “how”All it takes is one person[01:15:30 – 01:18:28] Closing SegmentConnect with Avi. Links below Final thoughts Tweetable Quotes:“I just want to elevate the voices of the people who don’t get to be heard...I want to help them have a platform to share their voices and talk about their experiences.” – Avi Palaoro“You need to fix yourself and heal yourself before you go out there and fix and heal everyone else.” – Avi Palaoro Resources Mentioned:Ep. 2: Mauren Palaoro | Building Community in the Classroom Follow Avi on Instagram. Visit www.Rclfirst.com to join the Educator Circle Calls that happen three times a week! Join our Facebook Group for more stories and communication about our work. Want a FREE download of 25 GTKY questions? Visit www.rclfirst.com and sign up for our newsletter!