“Until the lion writes his own story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter.” The Soy Autor writing process was developed in collaboration with young people at-risk of, victims of or perpetrators of violence in El Salvador. In 2017, this innovative program expanded into Chicago to create tangible high quality opportunities that nourish the minds, expand the voices and share the personal truths of young people who have long been underserved and underestimated. Through the process of drafting, revising, illustrating and publishing memoirs, the Authors’ Circle members develop reflection, critical thinking, camaraderie, conflict resolution and positive self-projection.This Roseland Authors’ Circle has been based at the Youth Peace Center in Roseland, as part of Chicago CRED program. In collaboration with:
Can Cupid Spread Love with a Broken Heart? Larry Scruggs
I am from the mud, from no foot and no hope. I am from the home of music and success. Happy, loud, and comfortable. I am from the sea. Be like water. I’m from halloween and a lot of candy, from Giovanni and God-flo, from your the golden child and the chosen one. From “you’re the golden child” and “The Chosen One.”