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Exploring the Benefits of the Gap Year with Michelle Dittmer
Exploring the Benefits of the Gap Year with Michelle Dittmer
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Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Apr 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Should your child take a “gap year” between high school and university? The latest episode of the Shaping Our World podcast may help to answer that question as we sit down with Michelle Dittmer, educator, youth advocate and founder of the Canadian Gap Year Association (CanGap). With her extensive background in teaching and youth development, Michelle champions the power of the gap year experience. She passionately believes in the innate potential of young people and advocates for creating spaces where their voices are heard and valued. Tune in as Michelle shares insights on the benefits of taking a gap year between high school and post-secondary education. From fostering innovative thinking to addressing mental health and career education, discover how gap years can positively shape the journey of our youth.
Released:
Apr 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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