A podcast series focused on young people in juvenile rehabilitation, the programs they participate in, and the staff that support them was launched last week by The Bridge Music Project in partnership with the Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).
"Dignity: A Podcast on WA Juvenile Rehabilitation” hosted by Executive Director of The Bridge Music Project Bobby Williams explores topics such as cultural identity, creativity, anti-violence, and reentering the community in juvenile rehabilitation. Throughout the season, Bobby interviews over 40 staff members, partners, and young people at Green Hill School and Echo Glen Children’s Center for the seven-part series.
“The mission of the show is to share stories that don't always make the news about youth growing as individuals and the adults who care about making a difference," said Williams.
You can listen to the first episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or Amazon, which chronicles an ongoing Sweat Lodge program that takes place at Green Hill. New episodes are available every Thursday.
“Through this collaboration, we can share remarkable stories of young finding new ways to envision their futures,” said Assistant Secretary Felice Upton. “We couldn’t do this work without excellent partners like The Bridge Music Program.”
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families oversees Green Hill School, a medium/maximum security fenced facility and Echo Glen Children’s Center, a medium/maximum-security facility. Both facilities provide education, vocational training, and treatment programs for substance use, behavioral health, and mental health to those sentenced to juvenile rehabilitation.
The Bridge Music Project, a non-profit organization that hosts songwriting workshops at music venues, schools, and JR facilities including Green Hill School and Echo Glen Children's Center.