Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
The NYC Youth Advocacy Board Podcasts, presented by NYC For Youth Inc. in partnership with Manhattan Neighborhood Network (MNN), connect young people with professionals across a variety of career fields.
Hosted by members of the NYC For Youth Advocacy Board, these podcasts put young people at the center of the conversation. Through engaging discussions with experienced professionals, youth gain valuable insights into the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to succeed in different careers, while learning about the challenges and opportunities they may encounter along their professional journeys.
Our goal is to empower young people to explore career possibilities, learn from the experiences of others, build confidence, and make informed decisions about their futures.
In this episode, members of the NYC For Youth Advocacy Board Jemimah Corlette and Edgar Circur sit down with attorney Sean A. Farrow to discuss his journey through criminal defense and civil litigation, the realities of working in law, and lessons young people can take from his experiences.
The interview offers several lessons for students and aspiring professionals.
Identify work that aligns with your interests, values, and desire to make a difference.
Developing expertise in multiple areas can expand career opportunities.
Earning money and building wealth can support personal stability and community impact.
Understanding legal, political, and economic institutions helps you identify opportunities for change.
Use your knowledge and professional skills to advocate for fairness and accountability.
Mistakes can become opportunities for growth when you take responsibility and prepare to do better.
You can pursue new opportunities while managing financial risks and personal responsibilities.
Understanding legal, political, and economic institutions helps you identify opportunities for change.
Members of the NYC For Youth Advocacy Board engage in a conversation with Barbara Kolsun, Professor of Practice and Director of the FAME Program at Cardozo School of Law, about her career journey into fashion law, the experiences that shaped her professional path, and the advice she has for young people aspiring to pursue their passions and build successful careers.
NYC For Youth Advocacy Board members Jackson Wanlass, and Alex Swagert, engage in a conversation with Barbara Kolsun, Professor of Practice and Director of the FAME Program at Cardozo School of Law, about her career journey into fashion law, the experiences that shaped her professional path, and the advice she has for young people aspiring to pursue their passions and build successful careers.
The interview offers several lessons for students and aspiring professionals.
You do not need to have your entire future figured out while you are young. Explore your passions, develop transferable skills, build meaningful relationships, remain open to opportunities, and continue learning throughout your life.
Interests and opportunities can lead you in unexpected directions.
Participate in activities, read, visit cultural institutions, and learn by doing.
Communication, creativity, confidence, and problem-solving can help you succeed in different professions.
Careers in fashion, entertainment, sports, and media involve legal, financial, and business responsibilities.
Mentors and professional connections can open doors to internships and careers.
Use your skills, knowledge, and opportunities to contribute positively to the world around you.
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The information provided in this broadcast, video, or publication is intended solely for general educational, civic, and informational purposes. It does not constitute formal legal, political, or professional advice.
The views and opinions expressed during this presentation are those of the individual participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policies, positions, or endorsements of any judicial body, court system, government agency, or affiliated organization.