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Welcome to Changing the Conversation! We discuss critical and timely topics focused on equity, homelessness, substance use, mental health, and trauma. Our hosts interview health and human service experts, researchers, and advocates. Conversations explore how we can adapt our systems to the rapidly changing landscape of social services.

 

Nov 3, 2025

Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano discuss the history and current status of youth peer support with host Rowan Willis-Gorman. This episode is part of a series featuring youth peer workers and recovery innovators discussing how to improve and uplift behavioral health systems for youth.

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Johanna Bergan
UConn School of Social Work Innovations Institute
Youth MOVE National
Gina Albano
Youth Wellness Coaches at C4 Innovations
Rowan Willis-Gorman

Stay tuned for part 2 of this conversation with Johanna Bergan and Gina Albano coming soon on November 17!

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