Microphones Up Guns Down Initiative Rocks in Western Mass

Microphones Up Guns Down Initiative

Rocks in Western Mass

Hello Soul in the City fans and friends! It's so much going on in the world of Soul, but I would like to share something that is very near and dear to my heart...young people! Saving their lives is the heart and soul of my volunteerism! Two programs that I've developed and/or assisted in developing are the "Paul Laurence Dunbar Expressive Writing Workshop" and the "Microphones Up Guns Down Workshop". The latter is an initiative created by entertainer Gerald Kelly and I am so proud to be a part of this movement!!! We visited the city of Springfield MA this past weekend, [October 24th-25th] visiting alternative high school, Springfield Public Day High and Springfield College to talk to at risk teens about conflict resolution and the arts. The whole weekend was a great success and we plan to follow up with the youth to ensure that they continue to stay on track so that they may have a brighter future...

Here's some reflections from our events and workshops!

"Ms Lamara Hunter, you inspired my daughter Saturday and gave her added strength and confidence to know she's destined to be great. We love you dearly" - Sharonda P

“Microphones Up, Guns Down” Youth Workshop

For more information on how this initiative can be brought to your city, please contact me at microphonesupgunsdown@gmail.com.

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