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Empowering Youth: Andrew Lacey on TOP Soccer and Inclusive Education Initiatives
byRachel Martens and Janette Afsharian
Meet Andrew Lacey! We have a wonderful chat getting to know Andrew's background from being born in Australia to living in Brazil, Pennsylvania, Boston, New York, and finally Montclair, NJ. He shares his experience working as a teacher and then transitioning to working in finance while practicing philanthropy. Andrew discusses the importance of inclusivity in education and sports, highlighting TOP Soccer, a program that fosters relationships between children with disabilities and their peers. Andrew also shares his involvement in the Increasing Access to College Program at Montclair State University, aimed at providing opportunities for young adults with intellectual disabilities. With humor and heartfelt stories, Andrew illustrates the power of community and the impact of giving back, making this episode one you don't want to miss.
