We have begun an initiative to create a safe space where young people will be able to express their opinion on education, politics, employment, the environment and other issues that affect them. We want young people to share their stories, organize and take action. As a society we have deemed the voice of young people inadequate however, in order to create change we must be adamant about listening to one another. The young people in these interviews represent a part of this voice and their struggles.
Jose Iraheta | Describe a positive and negative educational experience.“You shouldn’t worry about being different”
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Joas | Tell us about a time you learned something.
“Everyday is a learning experience”“All educational experiences are positive”“Working with the youth is making the city better”
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Tequisha Dunn | Tell us about a time you learned something.
“There is always a new experience and someone else to learn from”“Kids pay so much attention that you can learn from watching them”“As you become an adult you pay less attention the the most meaningful things”
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O'Neal Session | Tell us about a time you learned something.
“The Black kids dont receive the education they need”
“To be a citizen of this country, it means to be respected, respect yourself..”
“Once you take care of your country your pretty much taking care of the world, helping those around you..”
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Desravines
