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How to have Uncomfortable Conversations | Teen Vogue

By WEPOWER | July 10, 2018
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In this op-ed, Charli Cooksey explains how to have uncomfortable conversations about issues—political or otherwise.

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On Daring More Boldly and Scaling Community Ventures

By WEPOWER | July 10, 2018
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Diverse minds represent diverse ideas, whether they come from entrepreneurs themselves or diverse teams.  They generate ideas that others may not recognize as opportunities, and solve some of our community’s greatest challenges.

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Canvasing with our North City Power-Builders

By WEPOWER | June 18, 2018

As part of our second weekend with our cohort of north city residents, we engaged in developing and practicing some fundamental community organizing skills and principles!

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Learning from Peer Education Advocates

By WEPOWER | June 9, 2018
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On Saturday afternoon leaders in education reform joined us to share their varied experiences and perspectives of St. Louis’ public education systems.

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WEPOWER Prepares North St. Louis Residents to Lead Education Policy Change

By WEPOWER | May 15, 2018
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With great excitement, I’m writing to you having transitioned from interim Executive Director of Forward Through Ferguson into serving as full-time CEO & founder of WEPOWER.

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Forward Through Ferguson #STL2039 Action Plan

By WEPOWER | May 13, 2018
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Before I transitioned to full time at WEPOWER, I had the great pleasure of designing and launching a three-year #STL2039 Action Plan. Take a look! Engage. This important work is not possible without your action, belief, and radical collaboration!

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Snapshots from the Academy’s First Weekend

By WEPOWER | April 28, 2018
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Our Spring 2018 Education Power Building Academy launched this weekend! Here are a few snapshots from the kick-off. 

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Pass on the Word: Apply to become a Power-Builder!

By WEPOWER | March 2, 2018
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The application is open. Apply—better yet, apply with a friend!

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