New Haven Activists Reflect on Dr. King and Social Justice
Ice the Beef offers young people in New Haven programs and actives of their interest. Patterson started as a rapper and got involved in debate, public speaking and advocacy. He was once the Youth Lt. Governor of the state and is now interested in studying political science. Shareef is the outreach director for Ice the Beef and says their work helps show young people the power of activism. “We are helping our youth understand the political system, how it works and where we can gain from it,” said Shareef. He said it helps them learn they have a voice in the system, and they can hold electe...
Source: nbcconnecticut.com