Category Archives: at risk youth

Everybody’s Thing

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Randolph Randy Camp

Teen homelessness leads to human trafficking. Human trafficking leads to HIV. This is an endless cycle, which keeps evolving. This isn’t someone else’s thing. This is everybody’s thing. Sadly, the numbers are still rising, even in your hometown. Spreading the … Continue reading →

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Education: The Priceless Tool

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Randolph Randy Camp

It’s back-to-school season again and this can put a financial strain on a lot of families. Over the years, many non-profits, charitable and religious organizations have helped to relieve some of this financial burden from families by giving away free … Continue reading →

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Courage To Walk Alone

Posted on July 7, 2019 by Randolph Randy Camp

Due to the senseless, recent death of my grandson in New York it gave me a renewed appreciation for positive-minded kids, and got me thinking a lot about all of the positive kids out there who are doing their own thing … Continue reading →

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‘Tis the Season, No Degree Necessary

Posted on April 26, 2019 by Randolph Randy Camp

Feeling unsafe, uncomfortable and unwanted, especially in your own home, is a terrible feeling. Secretly, many kids have been planning to run away all winter long. As the weather gets better there’s always a spike in runaways, regardless of where … Continue reading →

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Our Vulnerable Youth

Posted on September 4, 2017 by Randolph Randy Camp

Unfortunately, human trafficking has become a rising social issue in America. And sadly, after natural disasters, such as Hurricane Harvey, which devastated the Houston area, there’s a predictable spike in human trafficking due to the high number of displaced and … Continue reading →

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Mile 19: A Runner’s Dream

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Randolph Randy Camp

Don’t give up on people. There’s good in everybody, although in some it’s hidden. Often, a person just need someone to believe in them first, before they start believing in themselves. My legs were close to giving out. It felt … Continue reading →

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America Exposed: A Call For Help

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Randolph Randy Camp

Our young people need us more than ever right now. The recent election gave a true snapshot of the real America. All of our hidden, dark secrets and thoughts are now exposed to the world. Those who’ve harbored hatred and … Continue reading →

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Dropping Out: Slavery Without Chains

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Randolph Randy Camp

After a long day yesterday one of my neighbors knocked on my door. She wanted to know if I could speak with her 16 year old daughter because her daughter was seriously considering dropping out of school. The moment my neighbor said the words … Continue reading →

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Start A Conversation

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Randolph Randy Camp

America’s teen runaway and youth homelessness issues are increasing. Between 1.6 and 2.8 million youth run away each year. There are a number of reasons why these kids were motivated to leave home, and the long list of risk factors … Continue reading →

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The Wishful Traveler

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Randolph Randy Camp

I grew up poor in rural Spotsylvania County, Virginia. I was a nerd and absolutely loved going to school because it was an escape from my sometimes dismal surroundings. I loved reading books about different cultures around the world and … Continue reading →

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