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Interview with NM Representative Stephanie Garcia Richard on Education

From Generation Justice Admin | 03:56

Generation Justice's Bayan Jaber spoke with Representative Stephanie Garcia Richard about the state of education in New Mexico, and what can be done to improve it.

Rep_stephanie_garcia_richard_small Generation Justice's Bayan Jaber spoke with Representative Stephanie Garcia Richard on Children and Youth Day at the legislature about the state of education in New Mexico, and what can be done to improve it. Representative Garcia Richard is a teacher, and focused on a bill that would reduce class sizes.

Celebrating Nelson Mandela's Life and Legacy

From Generation Justice Admin | 59:50

On this show, Pauly Denetclaw and Jason Fuller talk about what they were NOT taught in school – even college – about the legendary Nelson Mandela. Listen in to learn about Madiba through the eyes of youth who have come to love and respect who he is, and what the legend of Mandela means to them now that they know. We also played a number of songs from South African and international artists commemorating the struggle to end apartheid.

Mandela_photo_small In this deeply personal show, Generation Justice Fellows Jason Fuller and Pauly Denetclaw discuss their journey learning about Mandela's life and legacy. They also reflect on an education system that failed them by keeping them uninformed of the history of the strugge to end apartheid, and Nelson Mandela's work. Throughout the show, songs from South African and international artists commenting on apartheid, oppression, and Mandela's life are interwoven with Jason and Pauly's commentary.

Child Wellbeing in New Mexico

From Generation Justice Admin | 04:30

Generation Justice member Jonquilyn Hill reports on the KIDS COUNT report that ranked New Mexico last in the nation for child well being. Angela Merkert of Cuidando Los Niños and Representative Rick Miera bring this story to life.

Jonquilyn_hill_photo_small Generation Justice member Jonquilyn Hill reports on the KIDS COUNT report that ranked New Mexico last in the nation for child well being. Angela Merkert of Cuidando Los Niños and Representative Rick Miera bring this story to life.  

Discussion with the New Mexico Coalition for Equity and Justice

From Generation Justice Admin | 24:34

In this piece, Generation Justice's George Luna-Peña discusses the proposed changes to the lottery scholarship in New Mexico with representatives of the New Mexico Coalition for Equity and Justice. They are an intergenerational, statewide coalition focused on educational access, equity, inclusion, and justice.

Nm_coalition_for_equity_and_justice_small In this piece, Generation Justice's George Luna-Peña discusses the proposed changes to the lottery scholarship in New Mexico with Virginia Necochea, Jorge Garcia, and Sonora Rodriguez, representatives of the New Mexico Coalition for Equity and Justice . They are an intergenerational, statewide coalition focused on educational access, equity, inclusion, and justice.

One aspect often overlooked in discussions is that raising the course load and GPA requirements would impact disadvantaged students the hardest.

Albuquerque Poet Laureate Hakim Bellamy

From Generation Justice Admin | 06:18

Generation Justice attended the annual International May Day Celebration 2013. This International Worker’s Day event sponsored by El Centro de Igualdad y Derechos was in support of Immigration Reform. Hakim Bellamy performed at the rally before hundreds of diverse community members.

Hakim_bellamy_small Generation Justice attended the annual International May Day Celebration 2013. This International Worker’s Day event sponsored by El Centro de Igualdad y Derechos was in support of Immigration Reform. Hakim Bellamy performed at the rally before hundreds of diverse community members.

Interview with Fashion Designer Patricia Michaels

From Generation Justice Admin | 14:24

This week’s show focuses on one of our core values, LOVE! In the spirit of love and social justice, Brittany Tsosie’s interviewed Taos fashion designer Patricia Michaels, who speaks about the importance of marriage equity.

Brittany_with_patricia_michaels_small This week’s show focuses on one of our core values, LOVE! In the spirit of love and social justice, Brittany Tsosie’s interviewed Taos fashion designer Patricia Michaels, who speaks about the importance of marriage equity. Patricia was a finalist on Project Runway season 11.

2014 New Mexico Legislature Wrapup

From Generation Justice Admin | 33:44

This week we talked with a panel of policy experts discussing recent important legislative outcomes. Have a listen to hear what happened with education, taxes, the living wage, and early childhood education during the 2014 legislative session.

Legislative_panel_show_small This week we talked with a panel of policy experts discussing recent important legislative outcomes. Have a listen to hear what happened with education, taxes, the living wage, and early childhood education during the session. Panelists include Javier Benavidez of the Center for Civic Policy, Sharon Kayne of New Mexico Voices for Children, and Stephanie Ly of AFT New Mexico.