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Young Voices For Unity

Young Voices For Unity

By Umoja

Educators and students discuss topics of social justice, mental health, equity and navigating a successful future for youth. This black student leadership group intends to empower others and spark healthy conversations.
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Continued...BLM NOT just a #Hashtag Pt.2

Young Voices For UnityOct 06, 2020

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Police Brutality| An issue?
May 21, 202138:03
Celebrating Women’s History
Apr 15, 202128:49
Bystander Effect

Bystander Effect

Authentic Allyship takes courage; in this episode Black Student Union’s President (DGN) Quentin Miller and Umoja member Aamari Taylor talk about how being a bystander can be harmful to those who experience micro/macro-assaults, insults and aggressions.
Mar 19, 202129:15
African Culture VS Black American Culture Pt.3

African Culture VS Black American Culture Pt.3

Wrapping up our three part episode for Black History Month, Sarah and Andy bring more gems reminding BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) that we are beautifully unique and black all year around. More shared stories on African culture, dialects, stereotypes and traditions.
Mar 01, 202123:04
African Culture VS Black American Culture Pt. 2

African Culture VS Black American Culture Pt. 2

This second part of the interview Sarah and Andy share how colonization influenced African religions, they dispel African stereotypes displayed in American media and more. Africa is a continent NOT a country or language. Africa is very high in linguistic diversity and hundreds of dialects. These students take us to class on the bias of African natives.
Feb 09, 202130:39
African Culture VS Black American Culture Pt.1
Feb 02, 202131:23
The System +{VS}& Choices Pt.2

The System +{VS}& Choices Pt.2

Diving deeper into the variables of governing Systems, DGS student and Umoja member Henry Johnson helps discuss how systems can effect marginalized groups. Illinois State report card: https://www.illinoisreportcard.com/state.aspx?source=trends&source2=graduationrate&Stateid=IL. School suspension prison-to-school pipeline: https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/opinions/systemic-racism-police-evidence-criminal-justice-system/#School Washington Post/Driving While Black Article: https://www.google.com/imgres
Dec 15, 202030:04
The System +(VS)& Choices Pt. 1

The System +(VS)& Choices Pt. 1

Should the marginalized play the blame game? Listen as we mathematically breakdown the equations & variables that add obstacles to deficient systems for many. Don’t forget your (Pemdas), please excuse my dear aunt sally for tutoring me because mom and dad are not capable. Current Umoja President, Camrynn Harper shares her thoughts on how choices may triumph over faulty systems or vice versa. This is a NO CALCULATOR segment of the equity test.
Dec 01, 202017:01
“Just Mercy” |Movie Review

“Just Mercy” |Movie Review

This episode is a cross cutting interview of two DGS students Jessica S. & Ensara S. who attended the “Just Mercy” movie night. The true story of Harvard graduate Bryan Stevenson moved to Alabama to defend those wrongly incarcerated or those not afforded proper representation. One of his first cases is that of Walter McMillian, who is sentenced to die in 1987 for the murder of an 18-year-old girl, despite evidence proving his innocence. . Equal Justice Inititive/owned by Bryan Stevenson: https://justmercy.eji.org/responsive/ Cover artist: Raj Dhanna
Nov 17, 202029:33
BONUS EPISODE: College & Career

BONUS EPISODE: College & Career

Mr. Robinson & Ms. Nolan explains the benefits of TCD courses. As Downers Grove South College & Career Counselors, they help students get a early jump on career paths, trade work & business skills. This bonus episode is full of info! DGS Career Speaker Series: https://www.smore.com/qrnmy Career Resources/TCD: https://www.csd99.org/dgs/counseling-support/career-resources IG: https://instagram.com/dgs_umoja?igshid=ek3pl1aa35l6
Nov 10, 202017:55
Is College The Only Success Route?

Is College The Only Success Route?

DGS Alumni Stella Emezue & Ambria Ford give their insight on how being college freshman can be challenging. Listen as these young Voices share thoughts students may face from start to graduation. We discuss entrepreneurship, post college debt & more. Downers Grove BLM Patch Article: https://patch.com/illinois/downersgrove/hundreds-march-black-lives-matter-protest-downers-grove Downers Grove Protest: https://youtu.be/4K3xUjMcbDQ IG: https://instagram.com/dgs_umoja?igshid=ek3pl1aa35l6
Nov 10, 202021:07
Graduating In a Pandemic

Graduating In a Pandemic

DGS Alumni Stella Emezue & Ambria Ford share how Covid-19 has effected their senior year of high school and freshman year of college. Both ladies are former Umoja members which they also share how the club impacted them from leadership to creativity. Umoja’s “For The Culture” Showcase blueprint article: https://southblueprint.com/20775/news/umojas-for-the-culture-creative-show-gives-voice-to-black-students/
Nov 03, 202024:54
Hispanic Heritage Month Pt.3 of 3

Hispanic Heritage Month Pt.3 of 3

More on the Hispanic/LatinX Heritage. We discuss colorism within the LatinX community. LSU Sponsors & Students are open about how being Hispanic comes with challenges. More talk about the Mexican-American experience & the relativity with the Black culture. (Roma, movie 2018): https://www.netflix.9com/title/80240715 Chicano Movement Article: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.history.com/.amp/news/chicano-movement Chicano Documentary: https://youtu.be/EKBRverGRGw
Oct 27, 202037:47
Hispanic Heritage Month Pt.2 of 3

Hispanic Heritage Month Pt.2 of 3

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A continued conversation about Hispanic/LatinX Heritage. Latino Student Union members (Emily & Vicky) bring a heart felt truth of immigration. Their shared experiences of upbringings, traditions and navigating cultural challenges give listeners a glimpse of a unique culture. “Here’s Why Becoming a US Citizen Just Got More Difficult.”: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.wbur.org/news/2019/12/02/citizenship-application-fee-green-card-naturalization Pozole dish history & recipe: https://youtu.be/1kno8nTCmWw. How to make Champurrado!: https://youtu.be/6i0vwkc3NS0 What is “Day of the Dead”? 👉🏾 https://youtu.be/_sSawpU81cI
Oct 20, 202034:52
Hispanic Heritage Month Pt.1 of 3

Hispanic Heritage Month Pt.1 of 3

This episode cross-cuts between Interviews with Latino Student Union. Joined by the club’s Sponsors (Ms. Lopez & Ms. Gutierrez) and two phenomenal LSU students; we dig deep in conversation about the beginning stages of the club and the celebration of Hispanic/LatinX culture. Club Link: https://www.csd99.org/dgs/activities/clubs#latino •Hispanic Heritage Month was created back in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week from legislation sponsored by Representative Edward Roybal of Los Angeles, and signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, and runs from September 15 - October 15 every year. • Hispanic Heritage Month acknowledges five Latin American countries that declared their independence in 1821 from Spain. Those countries are Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Instagram: https://instagram.com/dgs_umoja?igshid=1pwf6g0c0j0fc
Oct 13, 202027:00
Continued...BLM NOT just a #Hashtag Pt.2
Oct 06, 202026:38
Black Lives Matter.....NOT just a #Hashtag Pt.1
Sep 29, 202027:15