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EDITOR LETTER: FRANCES T. MCGRIER
Shining Parents9 B
eing a parent is the hardest job in the world. My parents were diligent on placing me in Catholic School and participating in a collection of extra-curricular activities. Anything to direct my path in a positive way, supposedly far away from negative peer pressure. Despite their overprotective efforts, I experienced many things they shielded me from on a daily basis. Unbeknownst to them, I faced obstacles that shaped me into an individual with all of their qualities. It was a reflection of my decision making and recovering. So, whether or not the schools or activities played a major part in my upbringing I know for sure their character was much more effective in my future. As a mother of four children; two boys and two girls ages ranging from 7 to 19 years old, YES, elementary school to college. I started to think what can I do, that will make a defining difference, matter the most, be more effective and shine in their hearts and minds. Of course, I want to protect them, guide them, and nurture them into making the right decisions outside our home. However, I know the tallest and
strongest wall built to shield them wouldn’t protect them from outside influences. I have to instill that armor within, they are golden and will never be anything less. Demonstrating that in my everyday life. Learned behavior rarely fades, it’s generously contagious. I always love this quote and felt this is how I will become a shining parent:
“THE ART OF PARENTING IS TO TEACH THE ART OF LIVING TO CHILDREN“.
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CONTENTS Issue 3 2015
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Frances McGrier
Founder/Editor-in-Chief
Matthew Beatty
Managing Editor
Angelic Linen
Creative & Art Director
Apri Janai
Fashion Director/Editor
Quiana Autrey
Associate Publisher
Anissa Mann
COMING SOON October, 2015 5th Golden Runway: Children’s Fashion Show For a Cause. Find out more at www.thegoldenmag.com
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Graphic Designer
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Production Coordinator
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Tyquane Bates Photographer
SydniWise Stylist
Golden Magazine is a Bi-annual reference magazine that includes the latest Fashion and coming trends for Children. It offers a platform for brand visibility in a childrens market. It serves as a resource for parents by providing information on education, health, beauty and events for kids; thus offering a broad panaroma of a child’s world.
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ENTREPR PARENTS OFTEN ENCOURAGE THEIR CHILDREN TO BECOME ENTREPRENEURS WHICH I THINK IS A GREAT ATTRIBUTE TO INSTILL IN YOUNG CHILDREN. HOWEVER, THEY HAVE TO POSSESS THE PASSION FOR IT, TO BE MOTIVATED, DETERMINE AND DEDICATED. ADD THOSE QUALITIES WITH GREAT SUPPORT FROM THEIR PARENTS AND THEY WILL DEFINITELY SUCCEED. LET’S HEAR SOME OF THE AMAZING YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS VOICES OF THE GOLDEN WORLD. INTERVIEW WITH AMEENHA LEE PHOTOGRAPHY BY WINTER TAYLOR STYLED BY SAMAMTHA MCCRAE & DAVID RUUM 16 | GOLDEN MAG
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First, I want to congratulate you Ameenha Lee for being one of the first “young entrepreneurs” featured in Golden Magazine. We admire you tremendously and look forward to all your achievements and success!
Thanks for taking the time out for Golden and discussing Industry Kids Events! I know you are a busy girl, going to many events such as the “Annie Movie Premiere & Kids ROCK Fashion Show. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?
1. How did you get started? What spark the idea? 2011 Industry Kids (parents are in Industry), my mother encouraged me to be an entrepreneur.
2. I really like the name “Industry Kids”, Tell
me some details most people wouldn’t know about your brand?
Industry kids is a marketing and branding firm which started by Malika Manning (Ameenha’s mother), a true industry kid who grew up around music greats such as Micheal Jackson, Al Greene and new edition. Her uncle worked closely with the Jackson’s and LlCool J just to name a few. He also helped to develop artists such as new edition and R. Kelly. Malika had a genuine desire to give Ameenha the same experience by using the family upbringing, surroundings and network to do events and market brands. 18 | GOLDEN MAG
3. Your parents — how do they feel about having a young daughter entrepreneur in the house?
Q&A
9. What has been your favorite moment in business?
They are very happy and excited.
Annie premiere and Super fun Saturday
4. What advice would you give to other
10. In one word, characterize your life
children your age who want to become entrepreneurs?
You have to be yourself. Be your own person, let your personality shine naturally.
5. What motivates you? Being a better person, don’t be afraid to try, just do your best and keep going.
6. What does an average day (during
school term) consist of? Describe a Typical Day in the life of Ameenha, young entrepreneurs of Industry Kids Events?
My morning starts out with school, then home, my homework & studying, then watching you tube for inspiration, watch games, eat, and sleep.
as an entrepreneur.
“Unique”
11. What are your hobbies? What do
you do in your non-work time? What are some “typical things” Ameenha likes outside of Industry Kids? (When you’re at home or in school)
Shopping at Nordstrom and Claire’s. I love to shop for nice things.
12. What makes you happy? Good people around you.
13. What do success mean to you? Your own Journey, being yourself is what success means to me.
14. Ok, last question from me: What
company?
are your plans for the future? Where you see yourself and your business in 10 years? 20 years?
Researching, watching video and different things inspires.
Modeling, Acting and in Catalogs and on Television.
8. Who has been your greatest
It was such a pleasure speaking to you. Your answers amazed me. You are so poised and wise for your age. I look forward to seeing you grow into a phenomenal and successful young lady.
7. How do you create new ideas for your
inspiration?
My mom!
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SOLID GRAY
FENDI BOSS
STELLA MCCARTNEY
MONCLER
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grey goldenpicks
Grey, a color considered to be a neutral with different shades getting darker in the winter and lighter tones during spring/summer. Has become the alternative to black. Not only being used for your old grey sweatpants designers are using the color to dress things up a little. ROGER
CONVERSE
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White dress TuTu du Monde Sneakers Kmart (customized by Apri Janai) 22 | GOLDEN MAG
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in style STYLED BY APRI JANAI HAIR STYLED LONDON FREE PHOTOGRAPHED BY COLLIS TORRINGTON
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Top Hucklebones Skirt TuTu du Monde
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Dress & Shrug Andy & Evan Shoes & Hat H&M
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Dress (Cream & Gold) Hucklebones Sneakers K-Mart (customized by Apri Janai)
Dress (Cream & Black) Petit by Sofie Schnoor Shirt Epic Threads Sneakers Converse (customized by Apri Janai)
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Dress Aristocrat Kids Belt J Crew Boots (Models own) Hat H&M
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Top & Skirt Mar Mar Ribbon/Belt M&J Trimming
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FASHION DIRECTOR APRI JANAI PHOTOGRAPHED BY TYQUANE BATES
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Track Suit & Vest Guess Boots Gap Necklace H&M
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All Clothes Children’s Place Styled By Sydni Wise
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Denim Top Ralph Lauren Pants Epic Threads Belt (models own) Shoes J Crew (customized by Apri Janai)
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golden picks
RED
apple
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FALKE
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BURBERRY
Radiant Reds hit the runway heavy this past fall2015 and spilling over into ss2015. Childrens wear designers are using the hue throughout their collections great for any ocassions red can be paired with just about anything. You can never go wrong with a pop of red to bring your littles one’s outfit to life.
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SYDNEY Dress HUCKLEBONES Boots Dr. Marteens
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Stylist & Editor Apri Janai Photographed by Angelic Linen
Camo denim shirt Levi Checked shirt Ralph Lauren Jeans Levi Boots Timberland
STREET STYLE fashion that is considered to have emerged not
from history but from the grassroot. Street fashion is associated with youth culture and mostly seen in major urban areas. Having an impact on the way designers are designing their collections each season. Children have become the new face of the street fashion culture starting early making a statement in the industry.
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Golden Thoughts
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Yoga is a physical mental and spiritual practice that enters the mind body and soul. According to the Yoga Journal Magazine over 15 million people practice Yoga. This is a practice that has become popular not only with adult but with children also. There are several organizations that specialize in Yoga for the youth. One in particular is the Kharma Kids Yoga in New York. Their mission is to promote:
on, Focus Physica Concentratiention l Streng th and Fle and Att xibility Confidence and Inner Strength an d Self-esteem Body Awareness being ion and A Feeling of Well- thers Relaxat ontrol O t for and Respec Self-c Love for One’s Self, Inside and Out Yoga is a discipline that can lead kids on the path toward a calm and balanced mind, as well as help them build a strong and flexible body - tools they can use in their everyday lives. It’s important for children to understand how Yoga can become a positive impact in their lifestyles. Parents describe Yoga classes as fun, educational, creative and motivational for their children. Yoga is another avenue that allows children to express themselves without the normal route of sports,art, and other common recreational activities. Yoga is an exercise that allows children to relax, concentrate and grow not just physically but mentally as well. GOLDEN MAG | 43
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Why Is It Important That
Your Child Can Read? By SLH Bowen
Did you know that when you talk to your child, you are helping them learn to read? If you read aloud to them and play rhyming games when they are young, this all helps them learn to read.
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hildren need to learn to talk and hear language as a basis for reading. Most people think that children learn to read by using their eyes, but research shows that children learn to read by using their ears. Hearing a language and using words over and over are the activities that help a child learn to read. Research on brain development has shown that early experiences and interactions don’t just create context for learning but they actually affect the way the brain is wired. If you want your child’s brain to be “wired” in
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the best way possible, interacting with them is just one step in the right direction. As your child gets older, different things happen to slow down their interest in reading. Sports and video games are only two things that just might curb your child’s interest in reading a book. Ever heard of television? Thirty-eight percent of all fourth graders in the United States can’t read a simple poem. Does your child read aloud slowly,
stutter over words, pronounce them wrong? Even the simple words? Research indicates that 90 to 95% of all children can learn to read at grade level if they are caught and taught. As a parent, you can make a difference in your child’s ability to read. Did you know that if you spend fifteen minutes a day with your child, playing reading games and reading good books together, their reading skills will improve? Here are some ways to encourage your child to read: Read yourself and read frequently. Do what I say, not what I do is not a good way to encourage your child to read. If you read frequently, your child will most likely develop the same habit. Make books available and accessible. If there are no books or magazines available for your child to read, then they won’t read. Take your children to the library. This is a way for those books and magazines to become more accessible. Use movie or video tie-ins. What child doesn’t like movies or videos? If you find reading materials that tie into the movies and videos that your child likes, they’ll be more likely to be interested enough to read about it. Comic books and magazines are a great way to encourage reading. It’s not only books that are good things to read. Reading is reading. Comic books are a great way to find
something your child is interested in reading. Magazines are also a good way to find a way to tie your child’s attention to reading. Turn off the television. Obviously. There is research galore that show that television viewing is harmful to the development of your child. But only if they’re allowed to watch it all the time. Limit their TV time and their reading skills should increase. Reading to your child, no matter how old they are, is one of the best ways to help them learn to read and improve their reading skills. Some of the benefits to reading aloud to your child are: •
Builds listening skills
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Increases your child’s attention span
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Shapes your child into a reader
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Promotes a meaningful communication with your child
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Broadens your child’s range of experience
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Expands your child’s horizons, exposes them to new situations and teaches them appropriate behavior
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Helps children think in more complex abstract and creative ways
• It’s just fun By encouraging your child to read, you’re not only developing your child’s mind, but you’re creating a lasting bond between you and your child that will last a lifetime. Blessed are the flexible for they don’t get bent out of shape.
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Clothing Andy & Evan Sneaker Jordan Nike (model own)
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BUILDING -A-CHILD EMPOWERING THE WHOLE CHILD BY EMMI KERN
n a perfect world, businesses, educators, communities, and the media would work together for the best interests of our children. They’d strive to produce the entertainment, products, and emotional environment best suited to keep our kids physically healthy, accurately informed, intellectually stimulated and endowed with a strong sense of their own value and individuality. However, as we well know, this is not a perfect world. In fact, if we pay attention to the statistics, we could all get quite depressed. The rates of childhood obesity and type-2 diabetes are on the rise, and the number of children who needed therapeutic intervention for anxiety, hyperactivity and attention disorders has skyrocketed. One doesn’t even need to look at the numbers to realize what’s happening; simple observation of the average child’s attitude is all that’s necessary. When was the last time you met a child who seemed genuinely alive, hopeful, and engaged in the world around her? The cynicism and apathy once known as a
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passing phase for teens is now the everyday outlook for many an 8-year old. Should we get used to this? Reversing a widespread negative cultural trend is quite a tall order. Most parents and guardians would feel overwhelmed at the prospect, but even the longest journey begins with the first step. We need to first identify the factors that are affecting our children’s’ well-being and then address them one by one to the best of our ability. Providing nutritious food and adequate exercise are the most obvious steps we must take in order to improve kids’ health. Diet has been shown to affect not only weight and fitness but also mental and emotional conditions, such as ADD/HD. In the last several years, a growing awareness of the need to address the obesity epidemic has led to increased efforts by government and other organizations to educate the public about basic nutrition and exercise. There are some good, practical resources available for those interested in helping their children change their diet and activity habits; such as www.drpbody.com or www. kidshealth.org Also, you can inquire about free or low cost nutrition or exercise classes and groups provided by your state or community. You can access a wealth of information by GOLDEN MAG | 55
doing online searches on your wellness topic of interest, either at home or at your local library. At this time, however, I’d like to focus on a few of the less examined factors that affect a child’s choice to live healthily. Choice is the operative word, because while we as adults can preach, beg, and cajole until our children comply with our wishes, unless we can inspire them and truly educate them, the results of our efforts won’t last. We need to take a holistic approach toward our young people’s health, caring for their minds bodies, and spirits, and giving them the tools to make good choices throughout their lives. Here are some suggestions. Managing the messages Each day our children are bombarded by cultural messages from their peers, television, the Internet, and music. Not all these messages are bad; some can be pro-social and useful, but the vast majority is geared to do one thing: sell products. Children are hearing that they need to eat certain foods in order to be cool or fit in, and not all these foods are good for them. In fact, the “coolest” of the restaurants and snack brands seem to offer the least nutritious food choices. Ironically, the same voices that sell your 5-year-old that bag of cheese curls or that greasy meal will tell her when she turns
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12 that only the flattest stomach is socially acceptable. Why? To sell her diet products, of course. In order to bolster a child against these contradictory and destructive messages, a strong dose of media awareness education is vitally important. Talk to your children about what they see in the media. Ask questions. Encourage critical thinking. For some ideas on how to start media awareness conversations, try the following online resources. www.pbskids.org/dontbuyit www.media-awareness.ca/ english/parents/index.cfm www.goodmedia.nd.edu Building Identity Accentuate the positive in your family by speaking encouraging words to your children. Compliment them on good work and show them you love them for who they are. Celebrate your family history and ethnic heritage, too. All cultures have valuable wisdom to pass down to the generations, including ceremonies, stories and meals. If you haven’t already, do a little research and get in touch with your family background; it’s a great way to strengthen self-esteem. If your family is of mixed heritage, all the better, it gives you more traditions to draw on. Cooking some ethnic dishes with your kids can be a great way to celebrate your
heritage while introducing new foods. Many traditional meals are simple and healthy! Some resources include: Site www.celebratingfamilies.co.uk Book Affirmation Weaver by Lori Lite Making Good Connections It can be hard to maintain a lifestyle if you’re isolated. Once you’ve decided to make some positive changes in your life, try and find others who have done the same. Your children would benefit from making friends with others their own age who are interested in wellness. It would be wonderful is every community had a kids health group where children could get together to eat nutritious food, play education fun games, and get to know one another, but most do not. Your best bet is to actively seek out other wellness-minded parents and encourage your children to buddy up with theirs, either in person or through the Web. If your local community center offers any classes on nutrition or exercise groups, join up. Go online and find friends who share your interests through social networking sites. Some to try:
www.community. justmommies.com www.blackmomsclub.com www.holisticmoms.org Zapping Stress School, homework, issues within the family and neighborhood…. all these factors can cause a child to become stressed, anxious or depressed. Emotional distress can lead to poor eating habits such as bingeing or over consumption of sweet or fatty “comfort” foods. Depression can cause lethargy and inactivity, causing kids to become couch potatoes. Many of use don’t learn to manage our reactions to stress until we’re diagnosed with high blood pressure or other serious health problem, and sometimes not even then. One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the early knowledge of stress’s effect on their bodies and how to handle it. Of course, there are practical actions to take to address sources of stress in our kids’ lives. Talk with your child’s school to find remedies for academic issues and social problems such as bullying. Try and keep your home peaceful by limiting excessive loud noises and other distractions. Work through family issues in a healthy way, and seek professional help
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when necessary. Even doing all these things, we can’t control every aspect of our lives and difficulties will arise. One way for young people to handle stress is through meditation and imagery. Meditation is a time-honored way of clearing the mind, lowering heart rate, and diminishing stress. Guided imagery also can be very useful in reducing anxiety and fear, and helping build confidence. Some parents are suspicious of these practices because they feel they promote religious or spiritual ideas that run counter to their family’s beliefs. In reality, meditation and guided imagery are very flexible and user friendly practices. They can be completely non-religious, used only for their scientifically proven relaxation benefits, or they can feature images and words from your own spiritual tradition. It’s entirely up to you.
About The Author
You can find out more about these techniques for free at your local library and/or purchase books, CD’s and other resources online. Recommended tools: Book: Meditation For All Kids by Susan Kramer Website: www.imageryforkids.com Article www.naturalnews. com/023576.html I encourage all parents and children to get informed about all these issues. By guiding children to take control of their well being at a young age, we’re preparing them for a future in a world that may not be perfect, but in which they can find the power and wisdom to work toward positive change.
Emmi Kern is the creator of Holist Kids Lifestyle Enhancement for Children, an organization that promotes natural lifestyle and holistic health among young people. To find out more, or to receive a free copy of H-kids News, the HolistiKids newsletter, please visit www.holistikidsonline.com Emmi splits her time between New York State and the greater Toronto area, where she lives with her husband and daughter.
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Q+A WITH THE FOUNDER OF “THE STOP BULLYING PROJECT”, DR. JACQUELYN WILSON By Quiana Autrey
What is The Stop Bullying Project mission? Our mission (Dr. Jacquelyn Wilson & Jiggyjada) is to inspire, motivate, empower any living being who’s experiencing depression, suicide, any form of bullying. Through film, theatre, arts or music. Workshops, live screenings, Q&A’s hands on etc. What inspired The Stop Bullying Project? The Stop Bullying Project was inspired by Mynding My Own Bizness (MMOB) artist Jiggyjada. I, Dr. Wilson asked her to write a song about bullying. The 3 minute song was so impactful we decided to turn it into a film instead of a video. The blueprint was so vivid. My brother executive producer Maurice Wilson was blown away. Being a veteran producer in hiphop and a music critique himself I knew we had something great if he was behind it. We contacted veteran No Limit/Wu-Tang director Geebee and the rest was God.. “The Stop Bullying Project” title just felt right to me during filming. Before we even completed shooting or had a
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website I’d already given it a title... What is your experience with bullying? As a kid I Dr. Wilson was bullied in 5 & 6 grade, but Jiggyjada wasn’t a victim of bullying. She was the kid who stood up for the bullied. She was a free spirit who got along with everybody and stood up for all.
systems today. Kids aren’t handling it the way we did in the 80’s they have way more technology. The suicides due to bullying in schools alone are at an all time high. Fights, weapons, cyber threats etc. The Stop Bullying Project conducted an NYPD school safety workshop for over 100 officers to educate them on bullying and it was it’s 1st time ever
What is your goal with “The Stop Bullying Project”? Our goal is to reverse the affect of bullying that has had on our youth and adults through our duo award winning film, media platforms, workshops and appearances. To empower and educate the unheard so they know they are loved. Suicide doesn’t have to be an option. So they know they’re not alone. To give them a judgment free platform to vent and be heard without prejudice whether they’re gay, lesbian, straight, black, purple or blue. No one deserves to be treated unfairly. How should children react if they’re bullied? If your experiencing any form of bullying. Stand up and speak out. Tell an adult or school official. Report to anyone you feel you can’t trust to handle the situation. U can reverse it on your bully as well. 90% of them are angry or have been bullied. Give them kindness. Hug them. Show them your not afraid and that love conquers all. How big of a problem is bullying in schools? Bullying is huge in our school
having anything in a “public school” to educate it’s safety staff on bullying.They are not educated on bullying although they face it everyday. It’s becoming a worldwide issue. Social Media has a huge influence on today’s society…… Let’s talk Social Media Bullying… Social media is a gift and a curse. It has created an enormous platform for the wrong persons to be able to ridicule and embarrass others so badly that they take their own lives. The camera phones. Facebook, IG, twitter, kik, youtube, and the worst WORLDSTAR. The people behind the computers should be arrested for taunting, bullying, exposure of adolescent privacy and assistant to
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suicide. Do you think social media bullying is worst? Yes, Social media bullying is worst. It takes people into your private space without permission. There’s people who may be in the closet for whatever their reason is,someone films them and in a upload their life is all over the internet? Viral? The pressure is to much for some. Charges should be in place for such behavior. So what a girl is obese so what he’s crippled it’s their business. What impact does bullying have on their victim? Depression, anger, suicide, obesity, hatred, rage. Bullying Even creates more bullies or murderers What can children, adults, and schools do to increase awareness? To increase awareness we need to be the voice. Make the choice to take a stand. Stand your ground. Don’t let up. Connect with organizations in our communities. Be the missing parent. Break up that fight. Diffuse drama. Teach our kids love. Self love. How to love others and help strangers. Implement a mandatory workshop on anti bullying for School staff, Afterschool, School Safety. Set laws in place. Increase the penalties for bullies. Hold them accountable. Allow your children to vent honestly. It’ll save more lives. We’ve reversed a lot of suicides thru our workshops because we just listened and didn’t judge. Kids care about what people think of them but if they know that nobody knows it’s them venting
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they’re comfortable with that. Encourage them to write. Mandatory journals in schools. Reach out to us anytime ANYDAY www.thestopbullyingproject.com
Harlem School of the Arts enriches the lives of children and their families
in the Harlem community and beyond, through exposure to the arts across multiple disciplines in an environment that emphasizes rigorous training, stimulates creativity, builds self- confidence, and add dimension of beauty to their lives. HSA achieves its Mission on-site at “The Herb Alpert Center” by offering high quality, affordable arts training in dance music theatre and visual arts to ethnically and socio-economically diverse young people aged 2-18; by providing financial ai and merit scholarships to those who need it most. The renewed program focuses on providing quality arts education across four disciplines: dance, music, theatre and visual arts. Within those categories, you creative types focus on acting, painting, photography, yoga, musical theater and West African dance amongst other endless offerings. Ages 2 to 18. The Herb Albert Center, 645 Saint Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10030, 212.926.4100 Email: communications@hsanyc.org
PERFORMING ARTS IN NYC
Brooklyn Art Exchange provide nurturing, a year-round performance,
rehearsal and educational venue in Brooklyn that encourages artistic risk taking. BAX train and develop young dancers and actors and provide essential art services. BAX, 421 Fifth Avenue, Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY 11215, 718.832.0018 Email: Info@BAX.org
TADA! Youth Theater provides-high quality musical
theater productions performed by talented kids for family audiences and to provide a safe, creative and nurturing place where kids can harness their energy, build self confidence and realize their true potential through the unique collaborative art form. Creative artists (composers, writers and Ensemble members) who developed their trade at TADA! include: Josh Peck (The Wackness, Nickelodeon’s “Drake & Josh” and Drillbit Taylor), Kerry Washington (Scandal, Lakeview Terrace, I Think I Love My Wife, The Last King of Scotland), Mizuo Peck (Night at the Museum), Ricki Lake (The Business of Being Born, “Ricki Lake” show), Rap artist Azealia Banks, Jeanine Tesori (Shrek, Thoroughly Modern Millie), Jordan Peele (Key & Peele, MadTV), Eric Rockwell (The Musical of Musicals: The Musical), Winnie Holzman (Wicked), and Jason Robert Brown (Parade, 13). TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W 28th St, (Between Broadway & 5th) New York, NY 10001 212.252.1619
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