Restorative Justice & Compassion in Action with Marlo Botello-Aepli of Unchained

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Join us for a heartwarming conversation with Marlo on this episode of the Just Be Cause Podcast, where we dive into the impactful journey of Unchained and their groundbreaking Canines Teaching Compassion program. This inspiring initiative pairs incarcerated youth with rescue dogs, fostering empathy and personal growth through the power of animal companionship and positive reinforcement training.

Marlo shares the transformative impact this has on both the youths and dogs involved and delves into the challenges of maintaining safety and quality in such niche-focused programs. Can small-scale operations truly be more effective than wide-scale expansions? What does it mean to measure long-term impact over numbers served? Discover how the program's unique blend of youth development and animal welfare creates dual fundraising opportunities and encourages alumni to return as mentors.

Explore the dynamic world of nonprofit collaboration, creative partnerships, and the push for greater visibility and support. Could your involvement or donation be the catalyst for someone else's brighter future? Tune in and be inspired by how Unchained is changing lives, one paw at a time!

Get ready for an inspiring and insightful episode!
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Marlo Botello-Aepli serves as the Executive Director of UnChained, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering at-risk youth through its innovative Canines Teaching Compassion program. Under Marlo’s leadership, UnChained has expanded its impact, building partnerships with local facilities and providing young people the opportunity to train and care for shelter dogs, fostering empathy, responsibility, and life skills. With a background in nonprofit management and a passion for community outreach, UnChained was recognized as a CNN Hero in 2024 for her work advancing UnChained’s mission to transform lives—both human and canine.

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