We're talking child-friendly cities this episode, communities where all kids feel safe and cared for, while being able to express their opinions and influence decisions that affect them. Becoming a child-friendly Boulder is an ongoing journey, but we've got a plan for how to get there. Ready, set, tune in!
 
Explore more visions for a child-friendly Boulder.
 
Special guests in this episode:

Sarah Huntley, Director of the City of Boulder Communications and Engagement Department
Mara Mintzer, Co-Founder and Director of Growing Up Boulder
Avery Stuhlbarg, YOAB member
Elias Weatherley, YOAB member
Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige
Paige Doughty of Jeff & Paige


This episode was produced and hosted by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
 
Related Resources:

All about the City of Boulder's Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI).
Learn more about Growing Up Boulder. Explore their CFCI webpage.
Boulder's digital Child Friendly City Map.
Check out the city's Be Heard Boulder online engagement platform. Stay tuned for future opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas.
Learn about UNICEF CFCI around the world.
UNICEF CFCI in the United States.


Jeff and Paige's website and music.
Fostering a Better Community for Children and Youth, plus Family Services.
Dig into the city's Youth Opportunities Program.
Youth Opportunities Advisory Board (YOAB) and how to apply.
More opportunities for youth in Boulder.




Stay in the loop: follow City of Boulder Instagram #CFCIBoulder, and subscribe to city updates and Growing Up Boulder's newsletter.
 
Upcoming Engagement Opportunities:
Teen Townhall: A Conversation about Policing and Safety. 
Boulder Police Department Youth Open House.

Learn more about both events.
 
Music in this episode (adapted): 
"A Civic Area" by Jeff and Paige.