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Congressman John Larson Hails Climate Change March

September 22, 2014

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On Rosa Parks Day, take a look at several stories from the YJI archive about the Civil Rights champion whose courage and commitment made her an American hero. Here are a few links:"When Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat she symbolized America , and what it stands for, in the simplest way."She knew that everyone was created equal, and she knew that she had rights, and she exercised them, and would influence the world forever."youthjournalism.org/rosa-parks-changed-world/"We all have the potential to change the world, whether it�s by mowing a neighbor’s lawn or catalyzing a national civil rights movement."We are all Rosa Parks. We all leave our marks on someone’s history with our acts."youthjournalism.org/we-are-all-rosa-parks/"We are proud to live in the city that this great woman called home. We are proud because she didn’t see the city the way most people do, as a dark and ruinous place where people get mugged on a daily basis. Detroit was her home, and we are proud to call it our home, too."youthjournalism.org/her-legacy-makes-the-motor-city-proud/ ... See MoreSee Less

Her legacy makes the Motor City proud - Youth Journalism International

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DETROIT, Michigan, U.S.A. — As Detroit prepared for Super Bowl XL, an ominous dark cloud appeared over the city. There was a moment of silence, and then everyone burst into action. The city moved fa...

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Thanks to supporter John Collins for setting up this fundraiser for Giving Tuesday! If you can contribute, please do! <3 😎 ... See MoreSee Less

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If you are considering making a donation this Giving Tuesday, please consider making an impact with a gift to Youth Journalism International, an organization that empowers young people worldwide. ... See MoreSee Less

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We just finished publishing all of the stories and photographs from our students who attended the amazing global conference YJI held in Istanbul last summer.They did a lot.Their pieces cover everything from going to a spa to how the gathering empowered and inspired them.We urge you to read their work and see why this little charity is so committed to the worldwide family it has created since 1994. ... See MoreSee Less

Forming strong friendships was the best part of YJI's Global Conference - Youth Journalism International

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YJI’s Istanbul Adventure is a collection of news stories, travel writing, illustrations, personal commentary and lots of photos that document Youth Journalism International’s first Global Conferen...

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