Children are creatures of wonder. The inexperience of their youth is a stimulant, rather than an inhibition, permitting them great capacity for curiosity and formation. Everything is new to a child. It is with joy that children discover themselves and navigate their unbridled potential. Yet, Black and Brown youth are often denied the grace and innocence of childhood. They are …
Making a Dream a Reality – Centering the Joy of Black and Brown Children
by Zakiya Jackson, President I had a dream recently where I was in a field full of yellow, green, and purple flowers. The sun was shining bright and we were all wearing white. We – children, babies, adults, family, friends – were enjoying each other and nature and overflowing with peace, laughter, and joy. And our hair sure did look …
TEP Celebrates Black Music Month
This joy that I have, the world didn’t give it to me. The world didn’t give it, the world can’t take it away. Black Spiritual Song We are celebrating Black Music Month all throughout June here at TEP. Black musicians are pioneers, shaping the American landscape and filling our lives with color and rhythm. For 40 years, Black Music Month …