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“Historically and systemically women of color aren't represented,” says Olympia Edwards, Founder and CEO of Project Girl mentoring program, which . “Here we're providing a space where their life story and their life journey doesn't have to be what society thinks of them. It doesn't have to be a struggle. They're entitled to a comfortable life; they're entitled to a fruitful life. We're trying to change that narrative and that's why it's important for Project Girl to be here.” While working with teens in crises shelters, Olympia noticed a lot of the girls she helped, lacked coping skills and a safe community space. “I gotta do something,” she told herself. AND SHE DID. Edwards began partnering with school districts around the area in 2012, offering an after school mentorship program for women of color a place to hang out, do their homework, and talk about whatever's on their mind. Project Girl, a certified 501(c)3 nonprofit, has now reached over 2000 mentees in over 130 sessions completed, and they're only getting started. Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with local support from The Community Foundation of Snohomish County, Hansmire Builders and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101 Project Girl mentoring program: https://www.project-girl.com/ more about Project Girl in Lynnwood Times This episode is made possible by The Community Foundation of Snohomish County: https://www.cf-sc.org/learn/who-we-are-what-we-do/
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From the projects to Paris: One woman's brutally honest story about surviving the vices of her neighborhood, only to be thrust into a world that neither wants nor accepts her is a sobering reminder of the disparities plaguing citizens of a nation still ignoring its history. Her undying drive to be recognized takes her in and out of ivy league schools, prisons, and psychiatric hospitals until she's finally drawn across the ocean to expatriation and rebirth. The woman's name — Janet McDonald. The book — Project Girl. This is LIT Society. Let's get LIT! Find Alexis and Kari online: Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod/; Twitter — twitter.com/litsocietypod; Facebook — www.facebook.com/LitSocietyPod/; and our website www.LitSocietyPod.com. Get in on the conversation by using #booksanddrama.
There's power in numbers, especially when it comes to black women. YMCMB songstress Shanell, former Danity Kane star D. Woods, Princess of Crime Mob and platinum-selling songwriter Mika Means have merged their talents together to form Project Girls Club, a group that not only boasts big female energy but also a sisterhood like no other. The ladies' first single "Run Up" is all about the girl power while playing with boastful 808s. The video does the same with the ladies turning up industrial style as their colorful personalities bursts out on every verse.
Sharinna talks to Tory about drinking on boats and having a twin brother in this second half of this super silly interview.
Wondering why this episode ends so abruptly? Tory and her guest Sharinna Allan had so much fun talking about sex, drugs and girlhood that it had to be broken into two parts. Stay tuned!
Tory chats with Project:Girl co-founder, Stephanie Bonner, about being a too-tall toddler and wearing pants in your self-portrait. This interview also includes a realization that the idea of Baby Spice is actually pretty disturbing. Think about it.
Tory interviews Aileen Kyoko, who wrote and acted in Project:Girl's episode "Bella." They chat about female friendships and social pressure, and how it carries into adulthood.
Tory interviews Aileen Kyoko, who wrote and acted in Project:Girl's episode "Bella." They chat about female friendships and social pressure, Wondering why this episode ends so abruptly? Tory and her guest Sharinna Allan had so much fun talking about sex, drugs and girlhood that it had to be broken into two parts. Stay tuned! and how it carries into adulthood.
When we first get started in the world of motion graphics, we often have dreams of working on endlessly fulfilling creative projects, always working in our preferred style. Needless to say, it doesn’t take most of us long to realize that this isn’t the way the industry works. This, however, is all the more reason to continue refining and experimenting with our own style, to keep inspired, and eventually attract new clients. Irene Feleo is originally from Australia, but now lives in New York, and has a history of balancing freelance and full-time work along with her own personal projects. We speak about how having a full-time gig not only helps you pay your bills but also helps you gain skills that you need to succeed, but how at one point, her job lead her to what she calls her quarter-life crisis. Irene shares the importance of having a community and how participating actively within the community can help you gain insight, make friends, and get referrals. She also speaks about the need to create on your own terms and how those passion projects can ultimately lead you to some amazing clients. Plus, we explore the use of social media to put your work out into the world so that branding agencies can fall in love with your esthetic and pursue you. How do you balance personal projects and paid work? Have you ever had a personal project lead to a paid gig? Leave a comment below! In This Episode: The importance of having your own style and aesthetic How your personal projects can lead you to a lot of great clients Why community and social media is such a powerful thing and how to use it to grow your relationships Do you need a contract when you're just starting out? Related Links: Find Irene Online Follow Irene on Tumblr | Instagram | Vimeo Irene’s Berlin-themed personal project Project: Girl series Loop de Loop Competition
Project:Girl is an anthology film series based on true stories of girlhood and all the stickiness that defines it. In this introduction to our companion podcast, Project:Girl storyteller Tory Flack examines the idea of "girliness," and sets us up for what's to come by sharing PG contributor Marie's story about Bill Clinton's influence on her coming of age. Special thanks to BRIC for the studio use, and to Ross Henry for the music.