Welcome to L.G.N, the next chapter of DiploChatz. In this debut episode, we introduce the rebrand and set the tone for the season with our first Ask an Expert conversation featuring Dr. Carina Black, Executive Director of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC).

We break down what refugee resettlement really means, who it serves, and how it works on the ground, spotlighting the vital role of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC). From arrival and integration to community partnerships and local impact, this episode offers a clear, human-centered overview of how global displacement connects to our region.

Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to understand how Northern Nevada shows up for newcomers, this episode is your starting point.

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The NNIC marketing team has been working on rebranding our existing podcast, DiploChatz. We are finally ready to announce the launch date of our fresh start with L.G.N. (stands for Local.Global.Nevada).

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DiploChatz welcomes you to our Second Season - Episode 3!

Episode 3 Description:
We will begin every DiploChatz show with a warm welcome to you!

On Episode 3 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Cheryl Erwin is a Certified Positive Discipline Lead Trainer and the co-author of several books and resources in the bestselling Positive Discipline series, including Positive Discipline for Single Parents, Positive Discipline for Preschoolers, Positive Discipline: the First Three Years, and the “Positive Discipline for Early Childhood Educators” training manual, which are available in several languages. She was a marriage and family therapist in private practice for 25 years, and was the Mental Health Consultant for Early Head Start at the University of Nevada, Reno. She is a popular international speaker and trainer, both in person and online, and has taught in China, Egypt, Spain, the UK, Canada, Taiwan, and all across Latin America. Cheryl is married and has one adult son and two remarkable grandchildren.

What is Positive Discipline?

Positive Discipline is a model based on Adlerian Psychology. It can be used by parents, teachers, couples, businesses, and community leaders to learn to create responsible, respectful, and resourceful relationships in their communities. Based on the bestselling Positive Discipline books by Jane Nelsen, Lynn Lott, and their co-authors (including Cheryl Erwin), this model can be applied to both children and adults to become contributing members of their communities.

The premise of this model is to help people find a sense of belonging and significance following FIVE CRITERIA:

1. Helps children feel a sense of connection. (Belonging and significance)
   
   
2. Is mutually respectful and encouraging. (Kind and firm at the same time.)
   
   
3. Is effective long - term. (Considers what the child is thinking, feeling, learning, and deciding about himself and his world – and what to do in the future to survive or to thrive.)
   
   
4. Teaches important social and life skills. (Respect, concern for others, problem solving, communication, and cooperation as well as the skills to contribute to the home, school, or larger community.)
   
   
5. Invites children to discover how capable they are. (Encourages the constructive use of personal power and autonomy.)
   
   Positive Discipline is currently taught and practiced in more than 90 countries and has been translated into many languages.

DiploChatz featured an ongoing Segment:
MINDFULNESS MOMENT WITH DR. YVONNE STEDHAM

Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.

This episode's Mindfulness Moment Segment is titled: Mindfulness of Thoughts

Who is Dr. Yvonne?

In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness-trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.

Credits:

Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator, and Guest Coordinator

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