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Empowering The Next Generation Of Gun Sense Advocates: Students Demand Action’s First Ever Summer Organizing Institute

This past week, July 13-18, Students Demand Action flew me to Minneapolis, Minnesota to participate in their first-ever Summer Organizing Institute! The institute brought together around 80 high-school-aged gun violence prevention activists from all across the nation to participate in various classes and workshops of our choosing, hear from many wonderful guest speakers, and learn […]

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Video Diary: How I Got My Start In Activism

Today marks two years since the walkout, so, in honor of the occasion, I sat down to answer my most frequently asked question: How did I get my start in activism? Watch the video below to find out! Don’t wait for change, be the changemaker! -Lyn Jones

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Video Diary: “Speak up” Speech at 50 States, 50 Protests, 1 Day (50501) rally in Richmond

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This Comment Made My Day, but it also made me Realize a Few Things

Yesterday my younger brothers had their friend over for a playdate. This was the first time the friend had been to our house, so their mom came inside to meet the family. I went downstairs to greet her and introduce myself, and upon meeting, she remarked on just how similar I looked to my moms

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It’s Difficult Being The New Kid, Right?

It’s difficult being the new kid, right? I disagree. As someone who has moved schools more than a few times, I can attest that being the new kid isn’t so bad. If you’re a new kid or want a fresh take on this topic, I encourage you to keep reading. Two weeks ago, I started

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I’ve Been Judging Books by Their Covers

I’ve been judging books by their covers. Until now, that is. I recently moved from a conservative Texas school to the diverse atmosphere of Richmond, Virginia. I expected many changes: the weather differences, lack of good Mexican food, and absence of cows. But the one thing I didn’t predict was the shift in my mindset.

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