Podcasts about digital nest

On January 25th, Salinas' Digital Nest transformed into a powerful space of storytelling, poetry, and community as Brown Issues hosted an unforgettable Poetry Night. Voices from across the region gathered to share palabra, weaving together experiences of resilience, culture, and identity. This episode brings you highlights from the event, where the power of spoken word connected us all. Featuring performances from Jose Cordon, Brown Issues' Kimberly Gudino, Velveth Legglew, Marco Osorio, Nathalie Guillen, and Varrio Voices' own Arturo "Velaz" Muñoz, this night was a testament to the power of poetry to inspire and unify.

Our 6th season opens up a deeper conversation, regarding higher education, community and resources for the next generation of workforce for our Latine Youth. Our guest is Dr. Antonia O. Franco, COO and President of DigitalNest.org. Dr. Antonia O. Franco's career spans nearly thirty years of executive and management experience in the nonprofit, philanthropic and government sectors advancing access, equity and a voice to marginalized communities. She has worked extensively on leading organizational change, creating strategic partnerships and community building, and scaling the work of programs, initiatives and organizations. She oversees the programmatic and operational initiatives that support the scaling efforts spanning the five rural communities of Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy, Modesto and Stockton.  Dr. Antonia and I  discuss her inspiring journey into higher education, through perseverance and by highlighting the pivotal role her family, community support, and how she saw that representation matters. If you can see it, you can be it.  Growing up in an agricultural community in Arizona, Dr. Franco's story is a testament to the power of nurturing curiosity and providing opportunities for young people to envision and achieve their aspirations. Dr. Franco and I discuss the current lack of diversity in tech and educational leadership and stress the importance of motivating more of our Latine community to pursue careers in education, technology and the  STEM industries. By showcasing various career paths, organizations like Digital Nest are guiding young people toward building economic equity by fulfilling impactful careers by utilizing tech and helping them into their first career within tech organizations.  We both emphasize how important it is to pay it forward to our future generations by the change we are setting in motion through organizations, such as Digital Nest and by using this podcast platform to lift our voices. We are delighted to have Dr. Antonia O. Franco and the Digital Nest team help make this audio production also as a recorded live video episode, which you can watch in full length on our YouTube Channel, at Latinasb2b and subscribe to follow us on longer content videos.   Connect with Latinas From The Block To The Boardroom Website: www.latinasb2b.com  YouTube @Latinasb2b Join newsletter: www.latinasb2b.com LinkedIn: latinasb2bmarketing Facebook: @Latinasb2b.marketing  Instagram: @Latinasb2b  X.com: @LatinasB2B  Executive Podcast production by Theresa E. Gonzales and Audio Engineered by Robert Lopez.  To learn more about Latinasb2b.com and how you can work with us in a sponsorship opportunity, please contact us at info@latinasb2b.com. 

Jacob Martinez is the founder of Digital Nest. His nonprofit has produced some of the brightest students from the Central Coast that have gone on to be part of silicon valley's flourishing start ups. With some help of wealthy donors and his drive to give under privileged youth a chance, he's created a powerhouse for the our community.You can find more information on Digital Nest by clicking the link below https://digitalnest.org/You can also find Digital Nest on Instagram https://instagram.com/digitalnest?igshid=NDk5N2NlZjQ=For more information about Paid The Cost Podcast please visit https://www.paidthecostpodcast.com/Follow us on Instagram athttps://instagram.com/paidthecostpodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=This episode is sponsored byhttps://www.borasilaw.com/Follow Gina Borasi Esq on instagram https://instagram.com/santacruzattorney?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

106. Karen Catlin - Generous Allyship  “One of my favorite approaches for giving people feedback on non-inclusive language or other non-inclusive behavior. And that is, seek common ground and then educate.” - Karen Catlin “Be curious, not furious.” - Karen Catlin Karen Catlin Guest Bio: After spending 25 years building software products and serving as a vice president of engineering at Macromedia and Adobe, Karen Catlin witnessed a sharp decline in the number of women working in tech. Frustrated but galvanized, she knew it was time to switch gears. In 2014, Karen started the Twitter handle @betterallies to share simple, actionable steps that anyone could take to make their workplaces more inclusive. That Twitter handle became the inspiration for three books: Better Allies®: Everyday Actions to Create Inclusive, Engaging Workplaces, The Better Allies Approach to Hiring, and Belonging in Healthcare. She also emails a roundup of “5 Ally Actions” to over 30,000 newsletter subscribers every week. A self-professed public speaking geek, Karen is a highly sought-after and engaging presenter who has delivered talks at hundreds of conferences and corporate events. Her TEDx talk, “Women in Tech: The Missing Force,” explores the decline in gender diversity in tech, why it's a problem, and what can be done about it. In addition to speaking herself, Karen is determined to change the ratio for who is on stage giving keynotes and other presentations. To support her goal of bringing more diversity to speaker lineups at tech industry events, she coauthored the book Present! A Techie's Guide to Public Speaking with Poornima Vijayashanker. In addition to speaking about her books, Karen coaches women to be stronger leaders and men to be better allies for members of all underrepresented groups. Her client roster includes Airbnb, DoorDash, Google, eBay, and Intuit. Her writing on leadership has appeared in Inc., the Daily Beast, Fast Company, and the Muse, and she's consulted on articles for the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and the New York Times. Karen is a graduate and active alum of Brown University, mentoring students on how to launch their careers. She's also a member of the board of directors of Digital NEST and on the advisory boards for the Women's CLUB of Silicon Valley and WEST (Women Entering & Staying in Technology). In 2015, the California State Assembly honored Karen with the Wonder Women Tech Innovator Award for outstanding achievements in business and technology and for being a role model for women. Guest Favorite Quote:  “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” - Maya Angelou R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Share the spotlight. Take the 50 Potential Privileges Checklist  Share office housework Set up your profile with inclusive requirements. (closed captions, diverse panels, etc.)  Keep growing on the journey. Subscribe to 5 Ally Actions for specific ideas on how to continue to grow.  Resources: www.karencatlin.com www.betterallies.com Additional Better Allies Content Better Allies Weekly Newletter Karen Catlin on LinkedIn (ln/kecatlin) Karen Catlin on Twitter (@kecatlin) Karen Catlin on Instagram (@karencatlin) Better Allies on Instagram (@betterallies) Better Allies on Twitter (@betterallies) Network Diversity Index Quiz Coming Next: Episode 107, Building Bridges Coaching Tips for Generous Leaders with Shannon Cassidy. Topic: Generous V.I.B.E.   Credits: Karen Catlin, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.

Hi there, Poetry Month Extravaganza continues! I'm overjoyed to be arts calling Christopher Soriano-Palma! About: Christopher Soriano-Palma is a writer and bookseller. Born and raised in Watsonville, CA., he earned his MFA in Writing from the University of San Francisco. He is a contributor to Reclamation Magazine and a staff writer for Alebrijes Review. He has briefly volunteered as a screenwriting instructor for the Digital NEST, a nonprofit located in Watsonville. He currently lives in Los Angeles and is at work on several projects. Visit Christopher's Website/Blog here: christophersorianowrites.wordpress.com Check out Chris's favorite works at Bookshop.org: bookshop.org/shop/chsoripalma Chris on Medium: chsoripalma.medium.com And don't forget to visit his Goodreads! Christopher Soriano-Palma (chsoripalma) NHMC Scriptwriters Program that was mentioned: https://nhmc.org/writers/ -- Arts Calling is produced by Jaime Alejandro at cruzfolio.com. If you like the show: consider reviewing the podcast and sharing it with those who love the arts, your support truly makes a difference! Check out cruzfolio.com for more podcasts about the arts and original content! Make art. Much love, j

On Episode 92, our co-host, Jasmine Nájera had the opportunity to talk with Joanne Sanchez and Ruby Vasquez from the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan for an update on the groups work. The volunteers have continued to visit farms each week, sometimes more to appreciate, support and connect farm workers with essential needs and donations. You can thank campesinos/farm workers for the fruits and vegetables you consume on a daily basis. During this pandemic, they work at risk of contracting Covid-19 for the the lowest wages in the country and under the most dangerous conditions to get these nutritious foods to your table.If you would like to support the work of the caravan and make a meaningful donation, please click here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/LaborEsencialJoanne Sanchez was the Watsonville Community reporter at the Santa Cruz Sentinel before moving on to focus her energy in the non-profit sector. She was the Public Relations manager at CASA of Santa Cruz County, serves on the Board of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, and is a founding member of the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan. Joanne was instrumental in the creation of the Digital NEST.Ruby Vasquez is the daughter of loving parents who worked the fields, safeguarded traditions, served others, and emphasized the importance of education and familia. These values have shaped who she is and how she serves her community. After earning a BA in American studies with an emphasis on Chicano studies and a bilingual teaching credential from UC-Santa Cruz, Ruby started working at Pajaro Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) in 1987 and eearned a master's in educational leadership at Mills College in Oakland. Ruby began dancing Mexican folk dance at the age of 6. Dance made her more aware of her cultural heritage and helped her develop a strong sense of pride and self confidence. She joined Esperanza del Valle (EDV), a Watsonville adult Mexican folk dance group in 1987 and now serve as assistant director. EDV promotes pride and an understanding of Mexican culture through traditional dance forms rooted in the merging of indigenous, European, and African heritages.In 2006 she founded Estrellas de Esperanza, a 40+ member dance group for students ranging in the ages of 5 to 18. Estrellas is committed to projecting a positive image of Mexican culture and ensuring that local students learn about their heritage.Ruby's involvement goes beyond the arts. As a parent education trainer for PVUSD, she works with colleagues to engage parents in their children's schooling. More recently, she helped to form the Watsonville Campesino Appreciation Caravan,  dedicated to agricultural campesinos (fieldworkers). At the onset of the pandemic, they were left out of the “essential workers” narrative. What began as a caravan of cars driving past local agricultural worksites with messages of gratitude in Spanish and Mixteco Bajo has transformed into Adopt a Cuadrilla, where the group distributes personal protective equipment and household supplies. This work and everything else that she does is offered with respect to our local community. #WatsonvilleCamepsinoAppreciationCaravan#LaborEsencial#FarmWorkers#Campesinos#EssentialWorkers#Heroes#ProtectFarmWorkers#healthcareuntold#healthcareuntoldpodcast#latinxhealth #chicanxhealth #indigenoushealth#gentecare    #mentalhealth#prevention#publichealth

Welcome to the second episode of the Be Data Lit – Learning to Fly.   This episode also brings our first guest, Jacob Martinez. Jacob is teaching the youth of his community to learn how to fly – through networks, representation, and skills.    Jacob is the inspiration you need in the world of data literacy – he's making a difference and paving the way for others who need a helping hand. 

Hosts: Demitria Wack and Elli Arzbaecher.Guest: Jacob Martinez.Production and Marketing: Jarrett Ramones, Tim Haydock, Mehek Kandru, Elli Arzbaecher, and Abby Pugh.In California, though broadband subscriptions were at record height pre-pandemic, significant gaps still exist, with diminished broadband access within low-income, minority, and rural communities. Considering the ever-expanding reliance on technology within education and workforce development, it is vital to close the digital divide to give underserved communities and youth equal opportunity for success and achievement. A few episodes back, we talked to Prince Ogidikpe and Sunne Wright McPeak about legislative efforts to tackle the digital divide. Today we will be approaching the issue from a new angle, learning from an organization who works directly with young people throughout California and beyond. The DigitalNEST aims to create economic equality for the residents of low income and rural regions and teach young people the technical skills needed to become competitive and self-sufficient in the digital future. The Digital NEST's model for tech equity has received national recognition for conquering the digital divide in underserved communities throughout the U.S. We will be talking to the DigitalNest Founder, Jacob Martinez. Before starting Digital NEST, Jacob spent nearly 10 years running a program funded by the National Science Foundation, to encourage underrepresented Latina girls, and later boys as well, to study computer science. Jacob currently sits on several community boards and has  received many leadership awards, such as being named one of TechCrunch's 2014 “Top 10 Men in the Country Supporting Women in Technology.” Resources:DigitalNEST.orgWe'd Love to Hear from You! Clink the link below to fill out a quick survey and let us know what you think!https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/QLVPBCTFollow us on social @policywisepod on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook! And don't forget to subscribe and rate us on iTunes. See you next time on PolicyWise!

Jacob Martinez recognized that Latino communities were locked out of the  economic opportunities and digital innovations that were shaping the globe just across the Santa Cruz Mountains in Silicon Valley. He wanted to give Latino youth from rural communities  opportunities to tap and develop their talents, perspectives, and passions to build their own thriving technology  centers, and to prepare them  for the technology workforce.Since Digital NEST's inception in 2014, Digital NEST has opened two technology centers in  Watsonville and Salinas, California.  Over 2,000 youth have been  empowered by this organization to develop essential work skills via job internships, school placements and employment opportunities in  technology.The economic opportunities for these youth is enormous and can change the trajectory of their lives, their families, and the communities in which they live.  Jacob's passionate commitment to youth and their future in technology is awe-inspiring!  We are proud to recognize him as one of HealthCare UnTold's Heroes.

Digital Nest is an organization that is trying to get the youth of our area the tools to compete in a modern workforce. We talk to their founder, Jacob Martinez, and their Salinas site manager, Yesenia Molina, to discuss how they have been doing that in Salinas and Watsonville. We talk about their history, the difficulties of being a Latino entrepreneur, and their plans for the future not just here in Salinas but all over the country.

Episode Notes Gabriel Medina is a rising film producer bringing digital arts to the center stage of Watsonville. On top of his work with Calavera Productions, he helps young students get into the digital arts field in an area few would expect to see such growth. He has made it his mission to involve his community in his work.

Find Manu:manukoenig.comAbout Manu:Manu Koenig is a candidate for Santa Cruz County Supervisor in the 1st District, an area that includes Live Oak, Pleasure Pt, Soquel, and Old San Jose Rd. He is 34 years old and was born and raised in Santa Cruz. He has been actively working to improve politics for the last decade, starting by programming an online voting app.    His journey to running for office has been one of discovering that the system is SO broken that our current representatives aren't even listening to public opinion.   Manu was Executive Director of Santa Cruz County Greenway, advocating for a trail in the rail corridor NOT a train. He served on the Board of Directors for Digital NEST and the City of Santa Cruz's Downtown Commission, managing downtown parking. He has worked for 4 technology startups.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/speakforchange/supportSupport the show (Http://Www.patreon.com/speakforchangepodcast)

Young people from Watsonville are learning the basics of broadcasting and publishing their own podcasts thanks to a unique partnership between UC Santa Cruz's Research Center for the Americas, KZSC, and Digital NEST. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 35255]

Young people from Watsonville are learning the basics of broadcasting and publishing their own podcasts thanks to a unique partnership between UC Santa Cruz's Research Center for the Americas, KZSC, and Digital NEST. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Show ID: 35255]

Young people from Watsonville are learning the basics of broadcasting and publishing their own podcasts thanks to a unique partnership between UC Santa Cruz's Research Center for the Americas, KZSC, and Digital NEST. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 35255]

Young people from Watsonville are learning the basics of broadcasting and publishing their own podcasts thanks to a unique partnership between UC Santa Cruz's Research Center for the Americas, KZSC, and Digital NEST. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 35255]

Young people from Watsonville are learning the basics of broadcasting and publishing their own podcasts thanks to a unique partnership between UC Santa Cruz's Research Center for the Americas, KZSC, and Digital NEST. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 35255]

Young people from Watsonville are learning the basics of broadcasting and publishing their own podcasts thanks to a unique partnership between UC Santa Cruz's Research Center for the Americas, KZSC, and Digital NEST. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Show ID: 35255]

Jacob Martinez is a social entrepreneur, tech educator, keynote speaker and cutting-edge community collaborator. Martinez believes technology has the potential to break down socioeconomic barriers and unlock economic growth for youth and their communities. As the founder and executive director of Digital NEST (Nurturing Entrepreneurial Skills with Technology), Martinez turned a vision into reality by creating a modern, collaborative workspace for local youth to receive high-tech training.The opening of the first Digital NEST in 2014 garnered national attention as a model for bridging the digital divide experienced by youth living in low-income, rural communities. Today the NEST continues to expand, with more than 1200 members at two regional centers; its main location in Watsonville, CA and since April 2017, a Digital NEST pilot in Salinas, CA.Martinez’s inspiration for Digital NEST is built on more than a dozen years of experience and research in teaching tech as a way to overcome economic disparities and achieve equity for Latinos and girls. His early work focused on promoting careers in STEM for youth through an award winning after-school program teaching middle-school girls to create computer games. The program serves hundreds of students in 15 Santa Cruz County schools.Martinez has presented his work and research to the National Science Foundation, to technology companies Google, Mozilla, and Infosys; to the Computer Science Collaborative Project, the University of California, and the National Girls Collaborative Project. Martinez spoke in 2015 at the first White House Tech Meetup and was named by TechCrunch as one of 2014’s Top 10 Men in the Country Supporting Women in Technology.Martinez has been widely recognized for his work as a community leader developing innovative approaches to solving social problems across diverse populations. Martinez founded the Santa Cruz County Ag-tech Meetup, co-founded the Watsonville Film festival, is a Community Advisor for Opportunity Fund and hosts a podcast focused on the intersection of agriculture and technology.He is a frequent speaker at technology and educational conferences and symposia, and has been honored by business, community, and educational institutions for his innovation and leadership. He was named the 2015 Santa Cruz County Entrepreneur of the Year, has provided thought leadership on the impact of tech and underserved student populations, and also received a recommendation letter from former United States Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta.Martinez graduated from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, and received his Master’s in Instructional Science and Technology from California State University, Monterey Bay.Links from this episode:Digital Nest: https://digitalnest.org/Jacob Martinez: https://digitalnest.org/oldsite/?page_id=2847Better Schools Won't Fix America, Nick Hanauer, Atlantic Monthly: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/07/education-isnt-enough/590611/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jacob Martinez is the founder of Digital NEST, an incubator for young tech talent in the farming towns of Watsonville and Salinas, California. Its graduates make an average starting salary of more than $46,000. The average Watsonville resident makes about $17,000. NEST graduates have been hired not just by local companies but by multi-nationals like software maker Adobe, and the NEST has attracted donations from major venture capitalists. As we hear in this interview with host Spencer Critchley, Jacob Martinez thinks the success of Digital NEST can be replicated in small towns up and down California, and maybe even across the country.

**Please note this interview covers a sensitive topic and may not be suitable for all listeners.** Since October 2018, KZSC and the Research Center for the Americas at UC Santa Cruz have been teaching journalism classes in Watsonville, California at the Digital NEST. This special episode is co-produced by three Watsonville High School students from the class: Nance Rodriguez, Dafne Martinez, and Casey Martinez. Their audio-video project included an important interview with Jaqueline Mendoza, a local sexual assault survivor. This interview took place on May 9, 2019 on the rooftop of the Digital NEST.

This week we talk to Miguel Lozoya Burciaga from Digital Nest, to catch up on how the summer youth program has progressed.  Hear about the various tech sites that students have been able to visit and the connections students have been able to make with people in the digital field.  Also, hear about what Digital Nest is working to do to increase the number of women in the tech industry by working to recruit more women for their student program.  Miguel also shares what future classes Salinas youth can sign up for with Digital Nest this fall and in the future.  As always, Miguel brings a wealth of information to share with Call It What You Will Salinas!

Platicamos con Miguel Lozoya Burciaga de Digital NEST (el Nido Digital), una organización super innovador que prepara a nuestros jóvenes para el trabajo del futuro y acaba de instalar una rama en Salinas!

Digital Nest is a great program that originated in Watsonville and has expanded to Salinas.  This program connects young people in our community with not only technology such as computers and wi-fi, but free classes to learn how to build and design websites, graphic arts, music and video production.  In addition, Digital Nest works to connect those that have learned new skills in technology with companies where they can intern and further develop their skills.  Listen in and learn all about this amazing program as we speak to Miguel Lozoya Burciaga from the Digital Nest at Cesar Chavez library in Salinas.

The Digital Nest provides tech training, job skills and a safe community place to low-income youth ages 12-24. I talk with founder, Jacob Martinez, about providing these free services to 800+ members. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.