With 90 percent of its students living below the poverty line, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission’s Cross Trainers Academy strives not only to give students a good education, but to build relationships that go beyond academics.
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Crystal McClain works to improve life for at-risk youth in 53206
Inspired by an aunt who was known for caring for children in the 53206 neighborhood, Crystal McClain provides group and transitional housing through Revive Youth & Family Services, which teaches at-risk young people to live independently.
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Activists honor past, imagine future at March on Milwaukee 50th finale
Local activists gathered this weekend for an intergenerational conversation and bus tour at the former site of St. Boniface Church. The event marked an end to nine months of events honoring the 50th anniversary of Milwaukee’s fair housing marches.
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Walnut Way executive director promotes economic development, community
Antonio Butts is working to make the Lindsay Heights community a prime destination for African-Americans.
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Jane’s Walk MKE kicks off with discussion on need for neighborhood connections
Now in its third year, Jane’s Walk MKE offers nearly 30 free, guided walks throughout the city, in neighborhoods such as Lindsay Heights, Sherman Park and Riverwest. The walks are taking place throughout May.
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Behavioral Health Division nurse works to end mental health stigma in 53206
Lauren Hubbard grew up in 53206, and now she is trying to end the stigma surrounding mental illness that prevents people from getting help.
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North Side artist Evelyn Patricia Terry curates ‘little gem’ gallery
Evelyn Patricia Terry showcases artwork in her home art gallery, but despite her past international success, she lacks funding for much-needed renovations.
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Boys 2 Leaders provides mentorship, activities for male youth
Participants in Walnut Way’s Boys 2 Leaders program, led by Terron Edwards, have begun planning activities for the summer, including trips to baseball games and concerts, and meeting with professionals for job advice.
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After-school program prepares students for urban leadership
The founders of the Future Urban Leaders Foundation initiated an after-school program to provide central city students with the kinds of extracurricular enrichment activities and academic support that benefitted them growing up.
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Zen Dragonfly brings new form of healing to Walnut Way
Angela Smith is a healing teacher, life coach and holistic practitioner. She has partnered with Walnut Way Conservation Corp. to bring alternative healing classes to the North Side.