Even though I served people who are homeless in these programs, I still felt distant from them, since I never met or spoke with those I impacted. It just seemed like something was missing no matter how many care packages I packed or food I sorted. Read on
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With a year-long quarantine, virtual school, and Zoom sessions replacing the majority of our opportunities for human interaction, this past year has been one characterized largely by isolation. However, these public health measures did not come without their consequences. In our efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we indirectly gave rise to a silent… Read on
Story by Rachel Alexander/VOX Media Cafe May 2021 It was barely 64°F outside, and we were all freezing cold. Everyone was bundled up in sweatshirts and pants, a rare sight for a high school marching band rehearsal. “Alright, I want three laps around the parking lot! No cutting corners!” said our director as the band… Read on
GRL TLK: “The End’s Beginning” [AUDIO]
GRL TLK is back! In part one of this episode, fellow VOXers Brooklyn, Jennie, Zariah, Tibria, and Nishthha tackle everything they have been through this past year. Between summer plans, life after high school, and learning during a pandemic, they dive deep into how all of it has made them feel. After a whirlwind of a year, GRL TLK returns to give you a unique perspective on what is happening.
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For some reason, I didn’t believe the adults or high school graduates when they said junior year is really going to humble you. Read on
For some of us, the pandemic allowed time to heal and grow, and for others, it did quite the opposite. Either way, we deserve to be heard. Read on