* Social Justice * Social Change Philanthropy * Political n' Popular Education * Grassroots Community Organizing * Civic Engagement * Not-For-Profit Organizational Development * Philanthropic Leadership
What is Young Sisters For Justice in Philanthropy (YSFJP)?
YSFJP is a project where young women learn about social justice issues, political education, community organizing, & social change philanthropy. We use a popular education & shared leadership model in our work. The goal is to build awareness amongst young people about the root causes & needs behind social justice work being done by many organizations, communities, and individuals worldwide.
Why should you get involved in the YSFJP project?
Social, economic, political, & environmental injustices still exist in our world. YSFJP exposes what kinds of work are being done for justice in many local communities, and the Young Sisters will learn how the Boston Women’s Fund supports this work. Young Sisters will also have the opportunity to use their leadership skills by engaging other young people in social justice & philanthropy through a community organizing effort.
How will you be impacted by participating in the YSFJP project?
Young Sisters will gain a deeper understanding of the social justice work happening in our communities. The YSFJP project can open eyes and open doors. Some past Young Sisters now work with foundations, social justice organizations, fundraising positions, or furthering their academic studies in fields like media, law, or politics.
Formerly called the Young Sisters For Justice, we were actually born in 1997 and already three 2-year sessions have happened. What an amazing, powerful history (herstory)!
We are now in our 4th session of the Young Sisters For Justice project, with an emphasis on Philanthropy, which we've defined as the effort to improve the well-being of humankind with the driving force being the LOVE for humankind. YSFJP will learn & practice philanthropy through many ways that are so important & valuable. Everyone can be philanthropists!
Who I'd like to meet: Past, Current, & Future Sisters For Justice!
* * * And anyone who is in solidarity with us. * * *
We're thrilled to announce our 10 newest Young Sisters For Justice!!! They are a diverse group of young women (ages 15-20) from the Greater Boston, Brockton, Lawrence, Lowell, & Worcester communities, who demonstrate strong leadership skills, experience, & activism. Join us in welcoming them to our sisterhood!
* Hannah Brown
* Helen D'Angelo
* Princesa Diaz
* Jamieka Foy
* Ashley Gaines
* TiElla Grimes
* Amy Lee
* Ashley Mendes
* Aryelle Murrell
* Vivian Showell
BIG ups to our current YSFJP volunteer assistant coordinator:
Jessica Butler
And shout outs to our two summer interns from The City School: Barbara Afogho & Michelle John
Finally, special thanks to all the alumni Young Sisters, BWF grantees & staff/leaders, youth workers, activists, staff, Pine Manor interns, and volunteers who helped develop YSFJP and participated on the Selections Committee. Their continuous support and guidance makes YSFJP such a powerful program!
Interested? Questions? Want to work with us?
Contact Melissa Cariño, Young Women's Program Coordinator
617.725.0035 ext. 3008 or
melissa@bostonwomensfund.org
Learn more about Melissa @ www.theculturalconnect.com/new/2008/03/09/melissa-carino-asia/
* Join the Young Sisters For Justice Listserv Today! *
To subscribe, visit https://lists.riseup.net/www/subscribe/ysfjp-news
FYI - Donations are welcomed and appreciated. They can be made through our mama organization, the
Boston Women's Fund
www.bostonwomensfund.org
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