“Developing both of those languages well is very important for immigrants and for any kids of color," said Cynthia Garcia Coll, Brown University professor and developmental psychologist.
"When I first came, I was scared. There were many people from different countries, talking in their native languages, and like I didn’t really understand what’s going on."
Young journalists typically begin work on a radio project with enthusiasm and a basic idea for a
story.
But where can they go for help to rein in an idea, find the right interviewees, develop questions
or refocus a story idea that didn’t go in the direction planned?
Computers and mobile phones allow adults and children to communicate and send information. However, these venues can be used to commit crimes, knowingly and unknowingly.
Maritza Galvez, 17, was introduced to the California justice system at age 12, when her mother was incarcerated. During that difficult time she found out about the Youth Justice Coalition from a friend.
Kyron George hasn’t had any run-ins with the law, but he still dedicates his time to helping incarcerated youth through the Juvenile Justice Project of Louisiana.