Tag Archives: First-Generation

The Unawareness of Gender Violence

While my time in Cusco, I heard various stories in the media about young girls from rural areas in Peru experiencing some type of gender violence. One of the stories that caught my attention the most was about this underage girl from Cusco being sexually exploited by her own father. It was horrendous to learnContinue reading “The Unawareness of Gender Violence”

A farewell to Cusco

As my time in Cusco comes to end, I can’t help to think about how much this experience has changed my life. I never imagined that I would have the opportunity to visit Cusco, especially do such a impactful labor with Casa Acogida Mantay. I leave this experience with so much gratitude and hope toContinue reading “A farewell to Cusco”

Overcoming Challenges in Research: A Mid-Summer Reflection

Dear fellow research enthusiasts, As I dive deeper into my summer research journey, I find it important to look back on the surprises and problems I’ve faced. Good planning is crucial for any research project, and mine is no different. My project, “Exploring the Impact of Solitary Confinement on Recidivism and Social Outcomes,” has hadContinue reading “Overcoming Challenges in Research: A Mid-Summer Reflection”

Starting at The Ritz

My first week at the Ritz Theatre and Museum was a jump straight into preparations for their upcoming gallery show! Throughout the week, I was able to meet and speak with artists from the local community and help them bring their visions to life in the space. I never knew how much went into theContinue reading “Starting at The Ritz”

Kimasia Ayers: Skills Building

As I embarked on my first project at Domi Station, I found myself immersed in an ecosystem of endless possibilities and a lively community. The task at hand was no small feat – editing the master classes for Domi’s 2023 July Cohort, the very tools that shape the aspiring entrepreneurs and nonprofits in our community.Continue reading “Kimasia Ayers: Skills Building”

Amoy Robinson: Hitting the Ground Running

My time at the North Florida Innovation Labs has been nothing short of amazing. The days are filled with meetings and tasks that align perfectly with my career goals. The executive director Bill Lickson has been a great resource for when I need more guidance or just want to ensure I’m on the right path.Continue reading “Amoy Robinson: Hitting the Ground Running”

Teonna McCullum: A Good Start in Tampa

My first official day at Tampa Bay Wave was on Monday, May 22nd. I had moved into my new apartment a week prior, so I had time to get accustomed to the area. My apartment is around 20 minutes away from office, but traffic is so bad in Tampa so it’s always best to leaveContinue reading “Teonna McCullum: A Good Start in Tampa”

Janeen Green: New Senses of Justice

This summer, I will collect narratives from various Yemeni women activists in Dearborn, Michigan and, via Zoom, from Yemen, to perform a thematic analysis to understand the range of standpoints that inspire their activism. Approaching human rights discourses from the perspectives of Yemeni women will show how they create new senses of justice in andContinue reading “Janeen Green: New Senses of Justice”

Raven Joseph: Getting Started at StarterStudio

I started my internship at StarterStudio on Monday, May 22nd. I woke up early that morning and aimed to get there about 30 minutes early just in case I got lost. I also gave myself this time because I knew it was in downtown Orlando and I would have to calculate parking and time toContinue reading “Raven Joseph: Getting Started at StarterStudio”