There Are No Children In Oakland
Joshua Clayton tells the story of growing up in West Oakland, California.
Brett Myers
Life Beyond The Gender Binary
Even the strongest lgbtqqia advocates I know, struggle with the T part. Trans-gender.
Learning To Accept My Father, Flaws And All
When I was nine, my father started coming home late at night. He would walk through the door like nothing was wrong. But I knew something was.
The Merits of Being a Teenage Fangirl
I’m 18 now and I’ve gotten used to the eye rolling when I mention my love for Justin Bieber, but what no one understands is that being a true fan is not only about obsessing over Justin’s looks or his music. He also represents an opportunity to get crazy about something.
Get Off Your Cell Phone…Dad!
When I interviewed my father, Jose Escobar, for this story, we were just seconds into the conversation when his cell phone vibrated with a message. So does he think he’s addicted?, I asked.
Castlemont High: One School’s Struggle With Daily Violence
Sitting on the steps in front of his apartment, 14-year-old Trevor Watson — the same kid from the after-school group at Castlemont — says the popping sounds of gunfire sometimes keep him up at night.
To deal with it, he tries to ignore it.
Choosing My Religion
It wasn’t until I reached my teens that I began to appreciate all the things I inherited from my mother—my big eyes, strong calves, and most of all– my religion.
For Many Urban Schools, Gun Violence Remains A Daily Reality
In the Castlemont neighborhood, according to county reports, homicide is the leading cause of death for young people.
Work-Life-School Balance Is High Wire Act For Low-Income Youth
For working class families, young people are often the default safety net.