If you are passionate about issues that impact Nebraska children and families, this podcast is for you! At Voices for Children in Nebraska, we work to ensure every child in our state has the opportunity to thrive, and we believe education and advocacy are key to making that happen.
Meet Tiffany Uher, executive director of MilkWorks, and learn why this local nonprofit is being recognized as Voices for Children in Nebraska's 2026 Outstanding Youth-Serving Organization at Raise Your Voice.
Learn more about the organization at MilkWorks.org (https://milkworks.org/) and follow them on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MilkWorks) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/milkworks_/).
Born and raised in North Omaha, Racquel Henderson is a fearless leader, activist, and community advocate dedicated to education, employment, equity, and second chances. She's a sought-after speaker, mentor, and award- winning community leader whose work is rooted in resilience, accountability, and belief in what is possible.
We are honored to have her on the podcast and to celebrate her at Raise Your Voice in September. Tune in, and then grab your tickets to the event at VoicesForChildren.com.
30 Jul 2026
Episode 14 - Neurodiversity and the power of being understood
Dr. Erin Willis-Loucks, a pediatrician at Children's Nebraska, and her daughter, Micahlyn Loucks, join host Juliet Summers for a conversation about neurodiversity, advocacy, and the power of being understood. Tune in as they share how their family's experiences inspired them to launch Squarepeginclusive and explore how communities can create greater understanding, inclusion, and belonging for neurodivergent children and families.
2 Jun 2026
Episode 13 - Youth Justice Advocacy and Policy with Senator Victor Rountree
Host Juliet Summers sits down with Nebraska State Senator Victor Rountree to discuss youth justice, advocacy, and policymaking. From elevating youth voices to advancing legislation on justice system reform and SNAP eligibility, this episode explores how lived experience and collaboration are shaping a more equitable future in Nebraska.
24 Apr 2026
Episode 12 - Food Insecurity with Eric Savaiano of Nebraska Appleseed
Host Juliet Summers is joined by Eric Savaiano of Nebraska Appleseed and Josh Shirk, research coordinator at Voices for Children in Nebraska, to dig into the findings of the latest Kids Count in Nebraska Report.
A focused conversation on food insecurity, this episode explores the power of combining research and advocacy to drive change, and what the 2025 Kids Count data mean for improving well-being for Nebraska’s kids and families.
6 Mar 2026
Episode 11 - Mid-Session Check-In: What’s Moving in the Nebraska Legislature
In this mid-session check-in, host Juliet Summers is joined by Eric Reiter, advocacy and community collaborations coordinator at Voices for Children in Nebraska, for a grounded look at what’s moving in the 2026 Nebraska Legislative Session. Eric sheds light on how lawmakers, advocates, and community members often bring very different ideas about what’s best for child well-being—and how those perspectives shape the debates unfolding in the Unicameral. Together, they walk through key bills impacting kids and families, highlight emerging trends, and share what to watch as the session heads into its second half.
2 Jan 2026
Preparing for the 2026 Legislative Session: What’s at Stake for Nebraska’s Kids
As Nebraska lawmakers head into a budget-heavy legislative session, critical decisions about children and families are on the line. In this episode of Raising Justice, host Juliet Summers sits down with Anahí Salazar, Director of Economic Stability, Education, & Health Policy at Voices for Children in Nebraska, to unpack key anticipated carry-over priorities from 2025, what to expect during a short session, and why funding decisions around programs like the child care subsidy matter.
In this episode of Raising Justice, host Juliet Summers sits down with two members of Voices for Children in Nebraska’s Youth Leadership Council, Ta’Miyah Wright and Tay’Viana Robinson, to explore food security from their perspective.
Join us for an honest conversation about what hunger looks like in their schools and communities, potential solutions, and what gives young people hope for the future.
16 Oct 2025
Early Childhood Matters: Building Strong Foundations for Nebraska’s Kids
Host Juliet Summers sits down with Anne Thompson Brandt, Executive Director of Lincoln Littles, to discuss why early childhood care and education are critical for kids, families, and communities as a whole. They explore barriers like cost and workforce shortages, and how policy and community solutions can build a stronger future for Nebraska’s children.
24 Jul 2025
Political Determinants of Health: The Policy Roots of Well-Being
What truly determines a child’s health? In this episode of Raising Justice, host Juliet Summers is joined by Dr. Ali Khan, Dean of the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Public Health, to explore the powerful role that policy plays in shaping community health.
Together, they unpack the social and political determinants of health—from housing and education to legislation and systems of power—and examine how these forces impact children and families across Nebraska.
17 Jun 2025
Pride and Policy: Advocating for LGBTQ+ Youth
Eric Reiter discusses LGBTQ+ youth advocacy and visibility with Juliet Summers, highlighting the importance of year-round support for creating a thriving environment for every child in Nebraska in this interview.
27 May 2025
The Original Advocate: A Conversation with Kathy Bigsby Moore
Juliet Summers interviews Kathy Bigsby Moore, the founding director of Voices for Children in Nebraska, about the organization's origins and its ongoing impact on child-focused policy, highlighting the importance of advocacy for creating lasting change.
2 May 2025
Episode 4 - Kids Count in Nebraska - Why Data Matters for Change
In this episode of Raising Justice, host Juliet Summers is joined by Dr. Josh Shirk, research coordinator at Voices for Children in Nebraska, to discuss how data can drive better policies and outcomes for kids. Together, they explore why it’s critical to measure what matters, how the data is used to inform state leaders and community advocates, and what this year’s findings reveal about the challenges and opportunities facing Nebraska’s children.
Whether you're a policymaker, parent, advocate, or educator, this episode will help you understand why data isn't just about counting kids—it's about making every kid count.
24 Mar 2025
Episode 3 - Juvenile Justice: Why detention is rarely the answer
For many youth, time spent in juvenile detention doesn’t lead to rehabilitation—it leads to deeper harm and lasting consequences. In this episode of Raising Justice, host Juliet Summers sits down with Nia Williams, Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator at Voices for Children in Nebraska, to discuss juvenile justice in our state. Joining the conversation is local artist Johnny Chatmon, who shares his firsthand experience of being detained as a youth and perspective on how we can better help young people in need of development. Together, they explore the failures of the system, the need for alternatives, and what a more just future could look like for Nebraska’s kids.
30 Jan 2025
Episode 2 - Who knew tax credits could be so exciting?
Juliet and Voices for Children policy coordinator Katie Nungesser dive into one of our advocacy pillars—economic stability. Listen in as Katie shares her experience navigating poverty as a single mom, how it has influenced her career path and work with Voices, and ways you can get involved with current bills at the Nebraska state legislature that will help families make ends meet.
5 Jan 2025
Episode 1 - Introducing Raising Justice
Juliet Summers, Executive Director of Voices for Children in Nebraska, and Anahí Salazar, Policy Coordinator, share their passion for advocating for Nebraska's children and outline key issues to be addressed in the 109th Legislative session.
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