- 16
- Episodes
- 7
- Ratings
- 2023
- First episode
About Civic Action Podcast
The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Its goal is to provide youth with a variety of perspectives on community service and civic engagement. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
- Publisher
- Virtutem Populo, Inc.
- Category
- education
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 25 Mar 2023
- Latest episode
- 27 Jan 2026
Latest episodes
16 episodes in the feed.
27 Jan 2026
S3.E4 – Youth Access, Civic Opportunities: A Conversation with Miles Davis
Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is an initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. In this special episode, Miles Davis, Policy Director at PRISM, joins us for an important conversation about expanding access and creating civic opportunities for youth. Together, we explore how policy and community initiatives ca...
27 Oct 2025
S3.E2 – Youth Voices, County Choices: A Conversation with Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is an initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. In this special episode, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava joins us for an inspiring conversation on the challenges and opportunities shaping Miami-Dade County. Together, we explore how local government tackles pressing community issues,...
14 Sept 2025
S3.E1 – Passing the Torch: Maurits & Clint Talk Legacy, Leadership, & Letting Go
Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is an initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. In this powerful season opener, Founder & Board Chair Maurits Acosta and Incoming Executive Director Clint John Jr. sit down for a real and raw conversation on what it means to transition leadership, protect legacy, and build ...
24 Aug 2025
Philanthropy Meets Public Schools: Erin Sicker on Funding the Future
In this episode, we sit down with Erin Sicker, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for New Education Initiatives, the nonprofit behind fundraising for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. When tax dollars can’t cover it, their work steps in. From student wellness to digital access, Erin breaks down how public-private partnerships power the future of education and why young people need a seat at the table in these conversations. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Act...
29 Jul 2024
Flipping the Script: Lya Interviews Maurits on Civic Action
Join us as Lya Quintana, a student at Jose Marti MAST Academy, interviews the founder of Virtutem Populo, Maurits Acosta, on all thing civic action and starting a nonprofit organization. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
22 Jun 2024
Be The Change: A Conversation with Miami's Youngest Elected Official
Listen to this inspiring conversation between Virtutem Populo's Executive Director, Maurits Acosta, and City of Hialeah Councilman, Bryan Calvo. Bryan is a licensed Florida attorney, former White House intern, Harvard graduate, and the youngest elected official in Miami-Dade County. Bryan received a full ride scholarship to attend Harvard University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Government and a Language Citation in Italian. He was accepted to Harvard in one of the most competitive years in Harvard’s history, with over 40,000 students applying for 1,500 spots. During his time at Harvard, Bryan was a Senior Staffer of Harvard Model Congress, an active member of the Institute of Politics, and President of the Harvard Candela Salsa Team. While in law school, Bryan ran for and was elected to the Hialeah City Council, where he serves as the youngest elected official in Miami-Dade County. Although his various professional commitments keep Bryan very busy, he is passionate about various hobbies including holding a current private pilot’s license, scuba diving, spearfishing, and taking his two dogs Mars and Ziva on long walks. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
12 Apr 2024
Students Impacting Communities with Alyson Garcia and Vanessa Banos
Alyson and Vanessa are the founders of Know Your Rights Weekly, an email newsletter based in Miami-Dade County run by students. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
12 Feb 2024
All Things University of Florida and Student Engagement with Josh Rios
Josh Rios is a graduate of the University of Florida and former student advisor to the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Listen in as we talk about dual enrollment, student advocacy, and the power of youth in local government. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
11 Nov 2023
All Things Voting and Election Law with J.C. Planas
Listen in as we speak with former member of the Florida House of Representatives and election law professor at St. Thomas University J.C. Planas. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
27 Sept 2023
Becoming a Community Leader with Chairman Hector Abad
In episode #7 of the Civic Action Podcast, we interviewed Hector Abad, the chair of the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Hector is a cancer survivor and champion for education our community. Learn about his path and what he did to become a community leader. Use his advice to learn how you can become a community changemaker as well. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
27 Sept 2023
From High School Student to School Board Member with Luisa Santos
In episode #6 of the Civic Action Podcast, we interviewed Luisa Santos, the youngest-ever elected school board member of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Luisa is a pioneer for student leadership and change-making and has developed many programs for students to get involved in civic and government at the local level. Let's see her thoughts on the importance of student civic engagement and her advice on how one can get involved more in their community. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
10 Jul 2023
Students for Disease Prevention and Early Detection with Andrea Ivory
In episode #5 we interviewed Andrea Ivory, Founder and Executive Director of the Women's Breast & Heart Initiative. The Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative (WBHI) is a nonprofit outreach organization piloting whole communities toward lifesaving, preventive self-care. Through boots-on-the-ground education and screening initiatives, WBHI vigorously encourages and supports social responsibility, community organization and the good health of all women. We spoke about how students can join the mission by becoming an advocate for the specialty license plate. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
16 Jun 2023
Securing the Future of Miami with Children's Trust CEO James Haj
On the fourth episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed James Haj, the president and CEO of the Children's Trust of Miami Dade County. We spoke about all things children, civic engagement, and how to secure the future leaders of Miami. Learn about what the Children's Trust is, how your tax dollars are at work, and much more. Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWFBMTRmQWlBQTZTaVJFWjFqcWJWRmVBSWtFUXxBQ3Jtc0tsLXhFZWlnaHFSdWdCUTFKVWlKbUJ6WXVHM240bE10ejVzX1pGamRwZGJUckFtYU5SMUc4ZTlhQ0daWGFZLUw3ZWMwbzNVYjc0WlVlMjlPdEFLRmRqeVpXQnVmVDFlalVqZkNMZ2R3dV9INTZ0UnQ4WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.virtutempopulo.org%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1otUmZTR0xSdGpyRUdZZ0x2emZaak40NUtrd3xBQ3Jtc0trdzlaSUlMME5lejE4Sjl1eHc4N1E0bzRIWHpzeXFPRk9xRkx0bXNneFdpT3Nubm1YYkxHaE1ObUJmb0dySXo3ZnBRRmZtWEtuT0dZb1JYTWZnU1VNUXlNcUhIYWxycHFxU09wSkNSWUNmXzF6SHRqaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fvirtutempopuloinc%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHFmamZHNEhRUGp5MXNoNDZmd2lVMVkwelhfQXxBQ3Jtc0trUTUtaHhWazBpVk9JRUNlcnNxUjNxSEk4bE05eUNGZ0I1UXROSzZyQVQ0bmhvZm5DVVlpOUtVRjdKMXYyZVFyS3dNSHNkNjZwZlJ2R2c4cGtjbHR0TWRkZXpOazl3UzJwSkRqdzNtQjljUC1NS0o1SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvirtutem_populo%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZtOS1ZS0dvWE55NEJsSjdCWFB6Z3BTRFZWd3xBQ3Jtc0tuZVRJakVvUjBQUkZZWEVDOFd6eHFrMkNSOC1ULU9vQkU1MHV0R3c5OXh5RnMtZkx4cDdjUV9TbTRfNjM5dldLZkk2TWpRUkYwR0xDajEtVzBENVRJSk1zZWtUMmxYdEl0RU1SYnpsUWwtazFHZ2Zvaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fvirtutem_populo&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
27 May 2023
The Future of Youth Leadership in Miami with Anthony Valenzuela
On the third episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed Anthony Valenzuela, a young changemaker and community councilman for district 11. We spoke about all things civic engagement and how students can set themselves up to be the future leaders of Miami. Learn about Anthony's very own podcast, his experience at the University of Florida, and much more. Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWFBMTRmQWlBQTZTaVJFWjFqcWJWRmVBSWtFUXxBQ3Jtc0tsLXhFZWlnaHFSdWdCUTFKVWlKbUJ6WXVHM240bE10ejVzX1pGamRwZGJUckFtYU5SMUc4ZTlhQ0daWGFZLUw3ZWMwbzNVYjc0WlVlMjlPdEFLRmRqeVpXQnVmVDFlalVqZkNMZ2R3dV9INTZ0UnQ4WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.virtutempopulo.org%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1otUmZTR0xSdGpyRUdZZ0x2emZaak40NUtrd3xBQ3Jtc0trdzlaSUlMME5lejE4Sjl1eHc4N1E0bzRIWHpzeXFPRk9xRkx0bXNneFdpT3Nubm1YYkxHaE1ObUJmb0dySXo3ZnBRRmZtWEtuT0dZb1JYTWZnU1VNUXlNcUhIYWxycHFxU09wSkNSWUNmXzF6SHRqaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fvirtutempopuloinc%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHFmamZHNEhRUGp5MXNoNDZmd2lVMVkwelhfQXxBQ3Jtc0trUTUtaHhWazBpVk9JRUNlcnNxUjNxSEk4bE05eUNGZ0I1UXROSzZyQVQ0bmhvZm5DVVlpOUtVRjdKMXYyZVFyS3dNSHNkNjZwZlJ2R2c4cGtjbHR0TWRkZXpOazl3UzJwSkRqdzNtQjljUC1NS0o1SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvirtutem_populo%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZtOS1ZS0dvWE55NEJsSjdCWFB6Z3BTRFZWd3xBQ3Jtc0tuZVRJakVvUjBQUkZZWEVDOFd6eHFrMkNSOC1ULU9vQkU1MHV0R3c5OXh5RnMtZkx4cDdjUV9TbTRfNjM5dldLZkk2TWpRUkYwR0xDajEtVzBENVRJSk1zZWtUMmxYdEl0RU1SYnpsUWwtazFHZ2Zvaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fvirtutem_populo&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
21 Apr 2023
All Things MDCPS with Superintendent Jose L. Dotres
On the second episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed Superintendent Jose L. Dotres of Miami Dade County Public Schools. We spoke about all things civic engagement and how to empower the student voice within the school district. Learn about all the incredible programs and opportunities MDCPS gives its students and how Miami schools serve as a model for student representation in Florida. Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWFBMTRmQWlBQTZTaVJFWjFqcWJWRmVBSWtFUXxBQ3Jtc0tsLXhFZWlnaHFSdWdCUTFKVWlKbUJ6WXVHM240bE10ejVzX1pGamRwZGJUckFtYU5SMUc4ZTlhQ0daWGFZLUw3ZWMwbzNVYjc0WlVlMjlPdEFLRmRqeVpXQnVmVDFlalVqZkNMZ2R3dV9INTZ0UnQ4WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.virtutempopulo.org%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1otUmZTR0xSdGpyRUdZZ0x2emZaak40NUtrd3xBQ3Jtc0trdzlaSUlMME5lejE4Sjl1eHc4N1E0bzRIWHpzeXFPRk9xRkx0bXNneFdpT3Nubm1YYkxHaE1ObUJmb0dySXo3ZnBRRmZtWEtuT0dZb1JYTWZnU1VNUXlNcUhIYWxycHFxU09wSkNSWUNmXzF6SHRqaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fvirtutempopuloinc%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHFmamZHNEhRUGp5MXNoNDZmd2lVMVkwelhfQXxBQ3Jtc0trUTUtaHhWazBpVk9JRUNlcnNxUjNxSEk4bE05eUNGZ0I1UXROSzZyQVQ0bmhvZm5DVVlpOUtVRjdKMXYyZVFyS3dNSHNkNjZwZlJ2R2c4cGtjbHR0TWRkZXpOazl3UzJwSkRqdzNtQjljUC1NS0o1SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvirtutem_populo%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZtOS1ZS0dvWE55NEJsSjdCWFB6Z3BTRFZWd3xBQ3Jtc0tuZVRJakVvUjBQUkZZWEVDOFd6eHFrMkNSOC1ULU9vQkU1MHV0R3c5OXh5RnMtZkx4cDdjUV9TbTRfNjM5dldLZkk2TWpRUkYwR0xDajEtVzBENVRJSk1zZWtUMmxYdEl0RU1SYnpsUWwtazFHZ2Zvaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fvirtutem_populo&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education. Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
25 Mar 2023
All Things Miami-Dade College with Pres. Vazquez
On the first episode of the Civic Action Podcast we interviewed President Fermin Vazquez of Miami-Dade College North Campus. Learn about dual enrollment credits, getting your associates degree in high school, and what MDC has to offer. You will also hear motivating stories about how you can be the change you want to see in the world! Our Links: ❤️ Website: https://www.virtutempopulo.org/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWFBMTRmQWlBQTZTaVJFWjFqcWJWRmVBSWtFUXxBQ3Jtc0tsLXhFZWlnaHFSdWdCUTFKVWlKbUJ6WXVHM240bE10ejVzX1pGamRwZGJUckFtYU5SMUc4ZTlhQ0daWGFZLUw3ZWMwbzNVYjc0WlVlMjlPdEFLRmRqeVpXQnVmVDFlalVqZkNMZ2R3dV9INTZ0UnQ4WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.virtutempopulo.org%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtutempopu... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1otUmZTR0xSdGpyRUdZZ0x2emZaak40NUtrd3xBQ3Jtc0trdzlaSUlMME5lejE4Sjl1eHc4N1E0bzRIWHpzeXFPRk9xRkx0bXNneFdpT3Nubm1YYkxHaE1ObUJmb0dySXo3ZnBRRmZtWEtuT0dZb1JYTWZnU1VNUXlNcUhIYWxycHFxU09wSkNSWUNmXzF6SHRqaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fvirtutempopuloinc%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) ❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtutem_po... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHFmamZHNEhRUGp5MXNoNDZmd2lVMVkwelhfQXxBQ3Jtc0trUTUtaHhWazBpVk9JRUNlcnNxUjNxSEk4bE05eUNGZ0I1UXROSzZyQVQ0bmhvZm5DVVlpOUtVRjdKMXYyZVFyS3dNSHNkNjZwZlJ2R2c4cGtjbHR0TWRkZXpOazl3UzJwSkRqdzNtQjljUC1NS0o1SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvirtutem_populo%2F&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 💙 Twitter: https://twitter.com/virtutem_populo (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZtOS1ZS0dvWE55NEJsSjdCWFB6Z3BTRFZWd3xBQ3Jtc0tuZVRJakVvUjBQUkZZWEVDOFd6eHFrMkNSOC1ULU9vQkU1MHV0R3c5OXh5RnMtZkx4cDdjUV9TbTRfNjM5dldLZkk2TWpRUkYwR0xDajEtVzBENVRJSk1zZWtUMmxYdEl0RU1SYnpsUWwtazFHZ2Zvaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fvirtutem_populo&v=gwyc7g9jRaI) 🎯 Contact Us: info@virtutempopulo.net Thank you for watching the Civic Action Podcast! The Civic Action Podcast is a grant-funded initiative of Virtutem Populo, Inc. Virtutem Populo remains committed to its mission of promoting civic engagement and community involvement through programming, advocacy, and education.
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