Brenda Hayes started pursuing her dream of becoming a documentary filmmaker at age 58. Now 62, she is releasing her first documentary – BackBurner Dreams. BackBurner Dreams follows three women of color over a nine month period, as they bring the dreams they put on hold to raise children, work unfulfilling jobs, support the dreams and passions of everyone else except themselves, back to the fore. . . . → Read More: BackBurner Dreams: A Woman’s Passion Project
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Reparations: A Very Basic PrimerReparations: a process of repairing, healing and restoring a people injured because of their group identity and in violation of their fundamental human rights. In 2019, the House held a Hearing on H.R. 40, Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African-Americans Act. There was no vote but the hearing itself was historic. We take a look at what led up to this point. 
A Timeline Leading Up to The “Revitalization” of Barry FarmWith the deconstruction and rebuilding of Barry Farm under way, it is important to understand some of the key factors of this process, what led up to it and how it has been affecting the existing community. Here is a somewhat concise timeline of events to provide context and stay updated on the fast-changing neighborhood. 
Incompatible Allies: Black Lives Matter, March 4 Our Lives and the US Debate about Guns and Violence 
Initiative 77 & The Crisis of The Tipped Minimum Wage 
About half of DC students currently qualify for ‘at-risk’ funding because they are growing up in families struggling to make ends meet. Both DC Public Schools and public charter schools receive additional funds for at-risk students. But the underfunding of schools often results in the misuse of these extra resources. . . . → Read More: A Closer Look at ‘At-Risk’ Funds: How Limited School Funding Can Lead to the Misuse of Extra Resources for Low-Income Students  2 COMMENTS SO FAR, CLICK HERE TO VIEW & RESPOND - ()%  %categories-linked() Education  at-risk students, DC Public Schools, DCPS, Funding 
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)% %categories-linked( Art & Culture Black Cop, film screening, police brutality, R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center So, you want to enjoy the arrival of spring. You’re thinking about checking out the cherry blossoms this weekend before all the petals blow away but aren’t thrilled about the crowds. Consider the Anacostia River Festival at the 11th Street Bridge Park instead. Take a canoe out to explore the River, ride in our bike parade, play lawn games with your family and experience Southeast D.C.’s local arts scene at this special FREE event. This year we are throwing a birthday bash for the 100th Anniversary of Anacostia Park. . . . → Read More: Anacostia River Festival Tired of endless community meetings about violence in our community that do not end in solutions? Come learn about the NEAR Act and help make it a reality in the District of Columbia! Join Black Lives Matter DC, Thursday April 5 at Covenant Baptist Church, 3845 S Capitol Street SW. . . . → Read More: What’s the NEAR Act and Why Is It Necessary? |
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