Youth Running the OpenLine 98.7Kiss FM Program May 25, 2003
Residents and Teachers asking for help with gang problems!
Eric Taylor- Former Chief of NYC Department of Correction Conducts Gang Presentation & Past Headlines from 2002
Remembering Black History submitted Q Jones (North Carolina)
You Black Man: Rise and Walk Like A King..Written by Ralph E. Smith
Community Youth & You
Written by Ralph E. Smith
Welcome to Community Youth & You. This section of our Internet Magazine gives our readers the opportunity to voice their opinions, and review solutions for improving the quality of life in New York City. Youth, students, and community organizations are highlighted in this section because their voice is often not heard on issues that affect them.
Former NYCD Explorer Keith Owens On Front Line in Iraq
Story & Photo by Ralph E Smith: July 4,2004 came and went, but many young people are still on the front lines in Iraq. Keith Owens is a 21 year old young man who proudly wears the Marine Uniform . Mr. Owens was ready for the Marines because he was a member of the New York City Department of Correction Explorers Program. According to Mr. Owens: " Correction Officers' Glover and A.J taught me about drilling and believing in myself. Correction Officer Cook taught me martial arts. I'll be o.k. over here.
I've seen a lot in the war. I'm only here in the U.S. on leave. Going back in a few days. I feel safe because other soldiers have my back. My rank is Lance Corporal. I've been in 3 years. When my time in complete, I'm coming back to New York City to be a New York City Cop or Correction Officer. Joined Explorers in 1997.
COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS HELP YOUTH IN NEW YORK! THEY NEED TO COME BACK AND THE COMMUNITY NEEDS TO MAKE SOME NOISE!
JULY 20 P Diddy Rocks The Youth Vote!"I think that Rock the Vote and the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network has given birth to this organization," said P. Diddy. "(But) I wanted to launch a new energy at a new time."
Citizen Change plans to link up with MTV, BET, Clear Channel and other media outlets to increase voter awareness, and P. Diddy said there will be registration drives on college campuses and education initiatives to make people more aware of the election and the issues
Zanshin Dojo in Queens, New York Training Youth To Be Leaders in Their Family, School, and Community
The Martial Arts Builds Leadership in Youth
Puffy (Rap Star & Businessman To Visit New York School Today With Positive Message) October 22, 2003
The Rabbit Running Club at the May 3 Rikers Island Race
Photo by Carman Rodriguez (Guardian Chronicle.Com)
MAYOR MICHAEL R. BLOOMBERG AND AMERICA’S PROMISE CO-CHAIR ALMA POWELL HONOR STUDENTS April 15, 2003
Elementary Students from Harbor Science & Arts Charter School Honored for Civic Contribution. Children Inspired by America’s Promise.
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and America’s Promise Co-Chair and author Alma Powell today honored Japeera Mchunu, a seven-year old student representative from Harbor Science & Arts Charter School in East Harlem at City Hall with a certificate in recognition of the school’s service to New York. The students recently cleaned up a section of Central Park after reading the book America’s Promise by Alma Powell, which inspired them to perform this public service. The book was written to reinforce the importance of caring for children, and to encourage children themselves to give back to their communities. The mission of America’s Promise is to help ensure that our nation’s children receive the fundamental resources they need to build character.
“Here in New York City, we work hard so every child can grow up safe, healthy and with the kind of education that will help them reach their full potential,” said Mayor Bloomberg. “Investing in our kids is investing in our future, and the public service inspired by these books is a stepping stone to ensure a brighter future for the children of this City.”
“The young boys and girls at Harbor Science & Arts truly embody the spirit of America’s Promise,” said Alma Powell. “They are working to make this world, this nation this very city a better place for us all.”
America’s Promise, a not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1997 at the Presidents’ Summit for America’s Future to challenge the nation to make youth a national priority. Their call to action includes a commitment on the part of the nation to fulfill the Five Promises declared at the Summit: Caring adults - parents, mentors, tutors, and coaches; providing safe places with structured activities during non-school hours; giving children a healthy start; instilling marketable skills through effective education; and creating opportunities for all young people to serve. Secretary of State Colin L. Powell is founding Chairman.
Alma Powell is donating proceeds from the sale of these books to America’s Promise to help strengthen their community mobilization efforts nationwide. As part of its commitment to America’s Promise, HarperCollins Children’s Books will donate more than 100,000 books to First Book and local Communities of Promise. For more information about America’s Promise visit www.americaspromise.org
March
2003 Youth Win Big Time in the Bronx:
Felix Hernandez. Rojas and his partner came in fourth place at Bronx Bowling Ceremony.
Law Enforcement Explorer Recognition and Scholarship Dinner Hosted by Drug Enforcement Administration February 20, 2003 from 7-11pm
New York City Department of Correction Explorers
Mr. Mike Sheehan Fox 5 T.V. Reporter (Former NYPD Detective) Did a Great Job as the M.C (Click here for Photographic Coverage of the Explorer DEA Awards)
Gangs on Long Island with invited experts from Nassau, Suffolk Police Department and New York City Department of Correction at Nassau Community College in Long Island March 13, 2002 from 2pmto 4pm!
The Guardian Chronicle will have the full story and the impact on the over 600 residents and students who attended: Stay tuned into our March 19, 2002 Edition.Gangs on Long Island Story for by Ralph E. Smith
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