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Jaws of Justice Radio
It is the intention of Jaws of Justice Radio to investigate how to achieve justice in America, this includes issues of economic injustice, political injustice and the criminal justice system. We want to put a human face on those caught in the grasp of injustice and those that are part of an unjust system. We strive to dispel the misconceptions created by the news and entertainment industry, politicians and our educational system.
Youth Ambassadors – Empowering Young People
Youth Ambassadors, established in 2010, is an educational, not-for-profit employment program designed to empower underserved youth with the knowledge that they as teenagers have a vital voice. They have the power to be active participants in their communities, not just passive observers. To this end, we have developed programs that provide our youth with important life skills, soft job skills, creative expression, and academic success, helping them become future community leaders willing and able to work for positive change.
Host Melvin Merritt talks with Paige O’Connor, Executive Director of Youth Ambassadors about the organization, the activities such a photography, art and writing and involvement of the young people they serve.
Call in during show – 816-931-5534
Paige O’Connor has a Bachelors Degree in English from the University of California Berkeley. She worked in the computer software industry before moving to Kansas City with her husband Rory in 1989. She is the mother of four young adults. For 13 years she worked as the adult founder and supervisor of Kids Helping Kids, a youth community service organization dedicated to helping children in need. Currently, she privately mentors youth that want to take an active role in their communities and is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Youth Ambassadors.
Website – http://youthambassadorskc.org/
Email – [email protected]
2nd Annual Youth Speak – Featuring Ambassadors together with other community youth reading powerful journal writings on stage, February 28th 7-8:30 PM at Unity Temple on the Plaza. This event is Free and open to the public. Contact: Jenni Jones [email protected], 913.219.3799
The JoJR Calendar for February 13th
The KC chapter of Mothers in Charge, Healing Support Group will be meeting Thursday February 16th from 5-7 PM at the Robert J Mohart Multipurpose Center, Suite 124 W, 3200 Wayne Ave, KCMO. This group is for people who have lost loved ones to murder and violence. The first hour will be sharing of experiences and in the second hour therapists and others who can who can help navigate the emotional and legal terrain will be available. For more information you can find them on the web at www.kcmothersincharge.org or call them at 816-912-2601.
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The KCK Public Library, the Unified Government Black History Committee and the KCK Community College presents The Anatomy of Prejudice with Jane Elliott, Friday February 17th from 6-8 Pm at Memorial Hall, 600 N 7th St Trwy, KCK.
Jane Elliott is an iconic educator, feminist, anti-discrimination, and diversity advocate. She is know for her “Blue eyes-Brown eyes” exercise in discrimination conducted with 3rd graders in 1970. Her in your face style is designed to create personal examination and change. This event is open to the public.
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