Voices of Youth Redefine Peace

Students from third to twelfth grade lit up the stage at the James Weldon Johnson Young Writers Festival, turning personal stories into poems, monologues, and art under the theme “Our Voices Matter: What Peace Looks Like to Me.” Led by inspiring figures like Dr. Johnetta Cole, who reminded them every experience holds power, the event celebrated self-expression, healing, and leadership — with every participant walking away with $25 and the chance to win tech prizes, all while honoring the legacy of a Jacksonville civil rights icon who believed in the transformative power of youth voices. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ae9659d749ed93bf