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dedicated to social justice, ed equity, civic engagement. tweets my own. @BaruchColleg, @LeadershipWome @commofwriters alum

Michigan
Joined September 2020
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This Pulitzer Center opportunity is open to afterschool professionals who support students in grades K-12 in the United States and U.S. territories.
How can The 1619 Project and other underreported stories from the past and present sharpen students’ critical thinking, empathy, and communication skills? Apply for this paid, virtual program to explore these questions with our K-12 team this school year. bit.ly/3R3vhj5
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How bad is the Amazon deforestation crisis? The total area of deforested land is larger than France and Italy combined. Day 4 in our series of Amazon infographics based on the Science Panel for the Amazon study assesses the impact. mott.org/news/articles/incre… #AmazonRainforest
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Deforestation and development are taking a toll on the Amazon River, the world’s largest by volume. Day 2 in our series of infographics, based on the landmark Science Panel for the Amazon study, explores what’s at stake. mott.org/news/articles/dams-… @theamazonwewant
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can't wait to hear @cecilesalvant 2nite at @detroitjazzfest🎵🎹🎼🎶
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Barbara Ehrenreich, a journalist, activist and author, has died at 81. Her book "Nickel and Dimed," an undercover account of the indignities of being a low-wage worker in the U.S., became a best seller and a classic in social justice literature. nyti.ms/3wR6RlN
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Learn about @MizzenbyMott's latest content and new collaborative partnerships to support #OST programs, youth learning, leadership and pandemic recovery. #thisisafterschool #BacktoSchool2022
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Tomorrow the Mott Foundation Building will be awash in green and purple for #CollegeSavingsMonth. We thank and congratulate the Mott grantees working tirelessly to create a brighter future for young people through children’s savings accounts. Learn more: mott.org/csa.
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With new content for out-of-school-time programs this summer, @MizzenbyMott and its content partners are making summer count for student learning, well-being and recovery. mott.org/news/articles/conne… #summerlearning #thisisafterschool
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We applaud @usedgov’s Engage Every Student Initiative announced today by @SecCardona. Afterschool and summer programs are crucial to student learning, well-being and recovery, but millions of young people still lack access. #EngageEveryStudent #SummerLearningWeek
How can #afterschool be more meaningful in young people's lives? Share this youth-developed survey with youth 12-19 by July 15. Via: .@everyhourcounts .@Youthprise
While we eagerly await @SecCardona 's remarks pls take a moment to get this survey in front of youth ages 12-19. This informs our nat'l#YouthVoice initiative wiht @Youthprise and funded by @MottFoundation . One day left! #afterschool
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Important information if you're in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - and if you're not, find out if you're eligible: StudentAid.gov/PSLFwaiver
Check your inboxes 📨! This week @FAFSA is emailing approximately 22 million borrowers about the limited Public Service Loan Forgiveness waiver with information on seeing if your employer qualifies, submitting your form, and getting your loans forgiven. StudentAid.gov/PSLFwaiver
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Our goal is to help provide meals for kids across the U.S. all year round - - summer included! 😎 ☀️ If you're looking for a way to help feed your kids this summer >> Text 'FOOD' to 304-304 for FREE meal sites in your area! #NoKidHungry Learn more: bit.ly/3Kvsflf
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You're invited to join a special summer workshop for youth development professionals. Join us for ways to infuse maker education into your summer and fall camps and programs! Clear off some space on the table. It’s free, fun and open to everyone. bit.ly/3NElhv7
Please help spread the word. The National Youth Survey issued by @EveryHrCounts and @Youthprise (for students in grades 7-12) closes June 10.
The National Youth Survey on Afterschool issued by @EveryHrCounts and @Youthprise is open now to seventh to twelfth graders and closes June 10. #youthvoice #youthleadership #afterschool
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Happy Pride! The Mott building is aglow in a rainbow of lights for Pride Month. We celebrate the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and stand in solidarity with the ongoing struggle to end discrimination and secure justice for all.
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