I pledge allegiance to their flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all white men in America who hold the gun to my brothers and sisters in a nation that lays at the premise of inequality, but wears the mask of freedom. Nina Simone once said,… Read on
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VOXCast: How Does Advocating For Social Justice Impact Our Mental Health? [AUDIO]
In this week’s episode of the VOXCast, teen editor Anjali continues our mental health coverage and is joined by fellow VOXers Sanjna, Prince and Kit to talk about how fighting against injustice and dealing with racism can impact our mental health.
Also, be sure to listen to the previous episode where the team talks about how high school counselors are doing when it comes to helping teens with their mental health. Link below:
VOXCast: Are High School Counselors Helping Teens With Our Mental Health?
Justice Seekers EP. 2: Activism vs “Slacktivism” [PODCAST]
VOX ATL’s Sanjna and A’Marie present the second episode of “Justice Seekers.”
About the show, Sanjna says: “We are youth empowering youth who aim to promote inclusivity among youth and amplify underrepresented voices everywhere while informing and raising awareness to current day issues ranging from politics to academic struggles and mental health.”
In this episode they discuss the pros and cons of activism and “slacktivism” on social media.
The year was 2018. I was sitting in my 8th grade social studies class as whispers went around the room. Are you walking out? Do you think he will let us? I’ll do it, if you do. When the time came for the walkout, I looked through the thin glass window on the door to… Read on
If the money you make and your livelihood is dependent on the continued suffering of others, then how hard will you really work to end that suffering? Read on
Black children are forced to face the question, “Which America do I live in?” The ability to survive and thrive in a country that doesn't want us in power. Read on