Why I’m Not A Democrat… Or A Republican
Growing up, my understanding of politics could be summed up in two words: Republican and Democrat.
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Staying A Family After Deportation
By: Elizabeth Arteaga, We’Ced Ed. Note: Studies show there are about 4.5 million U.S. born children with at least one…
Forgive
By: M M. is a 17-year-old ward of the court in Los Angeles’ Central Juvenile Hall. How can I forgive…
Barbara Lee Hosts Community Forum on Racial Justice
On August 18th, 2015 Congresswoman Barbara Lee held a community forum at Brookins AME Church in Oakland, CA to discuss…
Unlocked: From Probation to Incarceration
In recent years, Alameda country’s incarcerated juvenile population dropped by half. Now, instead of using detention centers that remove kids from their homes, judges are ordering young offenders into the probation system. But the system presents hidden challenges.
Stigmatization of Teen Depression
Earlier this month when I reached out to a friend and revealed that I believed I was experiencing depression, I yearned and expected my confession to be met with the compulsory “Oh, I’m so sorry” and “Let’s hang out soon okay?” Instead, all I got was “Oh that’s too bad. Hey I have to go now, I’ll talk to you later.”
Fresno Officer ‘Building Bridges’ To City’s Youth
Editor’s Note: Officer Mike Martin is the Youth Liaison Officer for the Fresno Police Department. A native of Fresno, Martin…
Youth Voices On Baltimore
Youth Radio teamed up with youth in Baltimore as well as all over the country to cover various community reactions to…
‘I’ve Hidden This My Whole Life’- Getting Help After Childhood Depression
Editor’s Note: May 7 marks the 10th annual National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. According to the Substance Abuse and…