Follow me if you will on a journey. We are going to explore together the effects of economic development on an average individual. This will be a cautionary tale for economic developers, job creators and community leaders. I do not base this ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & Life
Written and edited by UF/IFAS Faculty: Alicia Bradigan-Betancourt, Monroe County Extension Director; Linda Seals, SEED Regionalized State Agent; Ramona Madhosingh-Hector, SWED Regionalized State Agent and Carol Roberts, St. Lucie County CRD ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Poverty is a subject that many talk about but few understand. The subject is near and dear to my heart because I've experienced it. I work with people who are seeking to overcome it as well - a difficult task for sure. The biggest misconception ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters
Last week I had the distinct pleasure of attending a graduation of "Investigators" participating in a "Getting Ahead in a Just Getting By World" learning experience. Twelve community members committed to embracing change met sixteen times to ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life