Compton Jr. Posse
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susannah15
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saw this pod for the first time this morning. what a fantastic story about such a inspiring program. thanks for showing me what is right with the world -- so often we only see what is wrong.
- 2 years ago
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susannah15
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ladybee
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I deeply admire these kids.
- 3 years ago
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ladybee
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carlrand
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got to go to this link to see more and make a donation to help Mayisha keep kids off the streets and out of gangs.
- 3 years ago
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carlrand
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carlrand
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This program is great and has been a labor of love for Mayisha over the years. She has carried the weight of the program with out formal funding. Now we need your help. go to www.jrposse.com to make a donation.
- 3 years ago
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carlrand
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acorinne8
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This is one of my favorite pods on current (so far at least.) It's awesome to see children being encouraged to step outside of their everyday world. Not only are they exploring new realms but they are succeeding in them. Kudos to Ms Akbar for helping these kids to defy expectations!
- 3 years ago
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acorinne8
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agint
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not to "beat this horse to death" (sorry, i had to), but what an incredible program and what an incredible woman. one of the more inspiring pods i've seen...
- 3 years ago
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agint
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notindicative
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I am definitely donating some of my tack and other miscellaneous riding supplies to them, after seeing this. looks awesome.
- 4 years ago
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notindicative
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Mayisha
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The Compton Jr. Posse uses horses in Compton to make a big difference in how children view life. It is a powerful combination with great results. Check out the Compton Jr. Posse Home Page on the web.
- 4 years ago
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Mayisha
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SuzeRandall
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Unfortunately Horses in the hood is a seperate orginazation helping troubled youth experience the joy of riding. The particular orginazation seen here is called Compton Jr Posse, they provide inner-city kids with an after school program that supports alternatives to gang and drug lifestyles. Please visit the website at www.jrposse.com
- 4 years ago
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SuzeRandall
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horsepower
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Yippee. Great to see a story on the Compton Jr. Posse a wonderful after school program to keep kids out of trouble. Keep up the good work!
They have a great Compton Jr. Posse website too. - 4 years ago
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horsepower
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msjane
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the Compton Jr. Posse is a great group. But they are not "Horses in the Hood" which is another group in LA
- 4 years ago
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msjane
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misscooekbioteach
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We need to donate to this organization because...
Fact 1: Kids love horses.
Fact 2: It helps our society.
Why? Because it teaches kids responsibility, which will in turn make them good citizens. It also gives them hope. For example, my mom grew up around Compton with a lot of family problems and she has told me many times that the reason she graduated from college was because of her love for horses. She did not have family support in school so she found her motivation in her desire to own a horse one day.
- 4 years ago
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misscooekbioteach
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mirimysweet
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A terrific example of New Journalism, this pod explores opportunities for success, hope and achievement amongst inner city youth in an otherwise gritty urban environment.
Mayisha Akbar is a modern day hero, and it would be awesome to hear more about her and even see her proliferate this program across the nation!
- 4 years ago
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mirimysweet
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cpyle
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While producing this segment, I fell in love with these kids. For those of you who want to make a difference in these children's lives, please donate. Thank you!
- 4 years ago
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cpyle
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restotle
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Aerial of Compton from almost 90 years ago!
- 4 years ago
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