How did DESJ connect to this? What about my future? How was the journey here?
How did DESJ connect to this? What about my future? How was the journey here?
The DESJ courses not only incubated but also helped my project develop by putting me in contact with Washington Family Engagement and giving me the resources and feedback I needed to evolve and polish my project. I am studying to get my master's in psychology, but my interest in DESJ (Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice) has grown exponentially, and the more I participate in this field, the more I want to study it. The journey to the Youth Forum was not easy; one (like all the other capstone projects) required a lot of time, meetings, and research/focus. Growing up in poverty taught me that the world is filled with inequality. The only fight against such an injustice is education and unification; change can happen until the people are informed and together. Hearing the kids' feedback and how they would like to make actual change was inspiring; it starts with the youth and their commitment to change. I hope that whoever is reading this can participate in this change by informing yourself and those around you; in a world where mass information is an epidemic, the best way to fight and protect yourself is to keep yourself informed. And to whichever future student looking to start their capstone project, feel free to use my research and pursue your goals. Washington Family Engagement is a wonderful place to start!