SRL Academy 2021 | The Cool Crew: Juneteenth, self defense, education and Hawaiian culture

After more than a year behind the screen, young people look forward to in-person social interactions.

This piece was produced by Kiera Eckhart from Etiwanda High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California, with support from Youth Media Producer Victor Fernandez.

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Hawaiians welcome people from across the world, but urge visitors to practice Aloha and respect their land, people, and culture.

This piece was produced by Ho’ohieokala Luna-Beamer from Maui High School in Wailuku, Hawaii, with support from Youth Media Producer Victor Fernandez.

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Since 2016, Philadelphians have been celebrating Juneteenth with a parade and hope other cities join as the commemorative day officially becomes a national holiday.

This piece was produced by Timothy James from G.W. Carver High school of Engineering and Science in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with support from Youth Media Producer Victor Fernandez.

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With the rise of aggravated assault in the U.S., young people practice Krav Maga as a way to defend themselves.

This piece was produced by Bailey Liebert from Cody High School in Cody, Wyoming, with support from Youth Media Producer Victor Fernandez.