Episode 72 – Millennial Activism and Engagement

On this episode, correspondent Emily Rendell-Watson talks with Troy PavlekIlya Ushakov, and Jackie Pearce to find out how Millennials in Edmonton approach civic engagement- from politics  to volunteering.

This is the second of four Vital Topics that will be produced throughout the year. Our previous topic focused on Millennials and Money.

Upcoming topics will look at Millennials’ behaviours around technology and the trends they are setting.

Links:
Read the Vital Topic: Millennial Advocacy and Engagement.
Get your nerd on with the Vital Topic’s Resources.
See our past Vital Signs reports.
Follow our guests on Twitter: Troy PavlekIlya Ushakov, and Jackie Pearce.
Check out Speaking Municipally (Troy’s Podcast with Mack Male)on the Alberta Podcast Network.
Follow journalist Emily Rendell-Watson on Twitter.
See the COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund at work.
Learn more about the fund and how to contribute.

Grants:
Al Maurer Awards – Due August 31st
Charmaine Letourneau Scholarships – Due August 31st
ECF Community Grants – Due September 1st

The Well Endowed Podcast is produced by Edmonton Community Foundation. And is a proud, affiliate member of the Alberta Podcast Network.

The music featured in the Millennial segment is called Minimal by Xylo-Ziko.