Posts Tagged as "the california endowment"

Reimagine Justice Merced: A Conversation with Common

October 24, 2018 / By and
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We'Ced Youth Media reporters Stephanie Gurtel and Victor Seguin sat down with Common during his stop in Merced, Calif. on his 'Hope and Redemption Tour.'

Elliot Shin, Merced youth, inspired by memories being carved for skateboard design

August 7, 2018 / By
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Youth leaders within our community are not often recognized, that is why I wanted to highlight Elliot Shin.

New Skate Park in South Merced Breaks Ground

May 29, 2018 / By
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A skate park for youth set to be built at South Merced's McNamara Park broke ground on May 16.

BHC Merced, Community Partners Celebrate Wins While Preparing for Challenges Ahead

December 21, 2016 / By
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Above: Merced community organizers and residents gather in support of Building Healthy Communities #Health4All campaign in April.

Reflections on a Weekend Devoted to Youth Media

October 30, 2015 / By
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I was impressed with every single youth journalist and reporter that I met at the conference, from the way they spoke, to the samples of their newspapers and podcasts. I’m honored and humbled to be a part of the Golden State’s youth media network. Overall, the gathering motivated me to continue spreading information and producing content on issues important to me and my community. I will continue to write as I realize the true meaning of the statement, ‘The Pen is Mightier than the sword.’