Understanding My Jewish Identity
I am a Jewish person, but not a very religious one. As I got older I started to look for…
Journalism
Truth: A Documentary
A documentary produced by 18 year old Alexandria Rice, explores the commercial sexual exploitation of children also known as CSEC by providing an outlet for survivors to participate in the healing process.
Agents Of Change On Two Wheels: Combine Activism, Cycling
For most people, riding a bike is a way to squeeze in some exercise, a favorite pastime or a form of transportation. But for Xela de la X, a single mother, riding is freedom.
Teen Tries To Change Perception of Young Black Men
Growing up as a young, black male in America is not easy. Sometimes it feels like I’m walking on eggshells…
Am I A Feminist?
I’m a woman, and I love being a woman. Doesn’t that make me a feminist? Not quite.
Oakland Mayoral Candidates Take On Public Safety
Youth Radio’s Bianca Brooks was one of the panelists and the only youth reporter at the table at last night’s…
Civil Rights Snapshot Of AP Classes In U.S. and Oakland
The U.S. Department of Education recently released its 2011 – 2012 Civil Rights Data Collection numbers. The information includes data about enrollment in AP classes, participation in the SAT / ACT, and suspension and expulsion numbers — delineated by race, gender and disability status.
Alternate Reality Game Eavesdrops On Climate Changed Future
The year is 20XX: Dallas is covered in 30 inches of snow, San Francisco is experiencing mild tornadoes, and Greenland has become a tropical paradise. At least, this is what inhabitants of possible futures are saying in the new alternate reality game, Future Coast.
Backlash To Facebook Buying Virtual Reality Firm Comes Swiftly
When Facebook purchases a company, you can often hear a collective groan go around the internet — “there goes the neighborhood.” The social network’s purchase of Instagram and WhatsApp gave Facebook access to a younger and more global user base.