In this episode, Will Melton interviews Traymanesha Lamy, CEO and President of NextUp RVA. They discuss the organization's mission to increase access to quality after-school and summer programs for Richmond's youth. Traymanesha shares her journey into youth development, emphasizing the critical role of out-of-school time in shaping young lives. They explore how NextUp RVA is working to close the opportunity gap by providing essential resources and creating pathways for youth from pre-K to career, with a focus on filling gaps in programming and addressing youth violence through positive engagement.

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