Our new short documentary, produced with Youth Speaks, features young poets from Stockton, California, and shows how the facts and figures from our reporting helped them learn about the history of their community.
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Posted inCriminal Justice, Militarization of Police
Young Bay Area poet shares perspective on Ferguson at John Legend show
At R&B singer John Legend’s recent show honoring Marvin Gaye, a 14-year-old Bay Area poet performed a moving poem that threaded the events in Ferguson, Missouri, with Gaye’s still-timely lyrics.
Posted inCriminal Justice, Militarization of Police
Off/Page Project seeks youth poetry on Ferguson, Missouri, shooting
The fatal police shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown has extended well beyond the borders of Ferguson. Whether you’re on the ground in Missouri or following the events from afar, we want to hear what you have to say.
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Posted inSubsidized Squalor
Investigative reporting inspires poetry
What happens when you pair young poets with journalists to investigate issues that directly affect them and their communities?