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The Surprising Power of Small Beginnings in Saving Lives and Changing Communities
Most programs focus only on short-term prevention, but what if there was a way to equip young people with lifelong skills for healthy, impactful decisions?
In this powerful episode, Thelma Moten reveals how a small Bible-based initiative grew into a statewide movement impacting thousands of students, families, and communities over 35 years — all while facing cultural shifts and funding challenges.
You'll discover:
The origin story of Choosing to Excel and how one woman's desire to help young women led to a nationwide ripple effect
Practical tools for fostering emotional health…
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