"We have our Black and Latino children much more likely to get deeper and deeper into the system than their white peers for similar behavior."
REPORT: ‘RAISE THE AGE’ LAW IN MA REDUCED YOUTH DETENTION
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AUTONOMOUS SOURCES: BOSTON’S YOUTH ORGANIZERS RETHINK VOLUNTEERING, POLITICAL ACTIVITY
“We feel that her policies represent us, but we’re ready to speak our mind if we feel that she needs to change.”
ENSEMBLE MIK NAWOOJ TEAMS UP WITH BOSTON MUSIC PROJECT FOR YOUTH WORKSHOPS
“While the pursuit of musical excellence is an important aspect of our work, a student’s ability to take musical risks is equally important.”
YOUNG VOTERS, OLD GAME
Youth engagement and the shifting Massachusetts political playing field.
CURATORS, CREATIVES AIM TO INDIVIDUALIZE ART IN THE NEW VIRTUAL AGE
“Going to galleries and museums is going to be very different, because people are not going to be willing to stand in a room with one hundred other people.”
THANKS FOR GIVING: MUSIC-LEANING ORGANIZATIONS THAT NEED YOUR SUPPORT
Our guide to Boston-based music charities, nonprofits, and organizations that could use a donate or two during the holiday season.
SCHOOL OF ROCK: PILE AND WILD PAINTING SWAP LESSONS
Local rock act and newfound synthpop group talk age differences, music education, and the pros of Boston.
YOU SAY IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY: ZUMIX TURNS 25 IN STYLE
Enjoy live jazz, radio tours, and teen-produced segments at youth-centered non-profit ZUMIX. Did we mention it's free?
