Shawon Jackson (he/him)

Founder and CEO, @vocal_justice

[True Ventures @trueventures]

As a young person, public speaking activities helped @shawonj build confidence in his voice and capacity as a leader. Now, as the founder and Executive Director of @vocal_justice, he and his team inspire and prepare youth to create social change using tools including public speaking and storytelling.

Read about the TrueVentures.org-backed nonprofit's origin story: https://t.co/4nrj5HzZMv

[Shawon Jackson (he/him) @shawonj]

@KhalilGMuhammad @PrincetonAAS @PrincetonSPIA This is making my day!! Huge congrats Professor @KhalilGMuhammad 🙌🏾❤️

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Here’s your opportunity to join the Vocal Justice team! Learn more about the Program Manager role by visiting https://t.co/wytDtaVVxy

#employment #programmanager #nonprofit #remotework #vocaljustice

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Today is Giving Tuesday, an annual day of giving to support nonprofit orgs like us. In addition to donating to VJ, you can purchase one of our limited edition t-shirts and Resist & Restore Holiday Gift Boxes before orders close today!

Link to purchase: https://t.co/pzULqgWc2q

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Our Resist & Restore Boxes are only available until 11/28 - so don't miss your beat! The box includes limited-edition VJ merch, a self-affirmation card deck, & a book that features writing from Angela Y. Davis, Patricia Hill Collins, and Kimberlé Crenshaw

https://t.co/pXiX2ks2pu

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Help get Vocal Justice to SXSW! We plan to host a workshop about how educators can use storytelling for social change. Our Program Manager, Naomi and our Youth Advisory Council Member, Jaylen will be co-present.

Vote here: https://t.co/bdBzL4zCtH

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

The application for our Teacher Fellowship is still open! If you are teaching in or near Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Jackson, or New Orleans — we especially encourage you to apply.

To learn more about the Fellowship, visit https://t.co/s4DUVWWv3y

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

The application for our teacher fellowship is now open!

100% of our former Teacher Fellows have said that they would recommend the Fellowship to other educators.

To learn more and to apply, head to https://t.co/s4DUVWWv3y!

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

We had a TIME at our Finale event last week. We are still fundraising $24K to pay Vocal Justice youth alumni to pursue social change projects in their communities. Help them put words into action by donating and sharing this post with your community.

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

To kick off #BHM2023, we're joining @camelbackorg and our fellow #CamelbackFam for a panel discussion on "Black Leaders in Education." Tune in to Camelback's Youtube Live on Feb 1st to check it out!

RSVP: https://t.co/9LdYUeqUyo

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Restorative Justice is a term most people are familiar with, but have you heard of Transformative Justice? Transformative Justice urges us to identify and dismantle the source of conflict: systems of oppression. What has been your experience with both? Do we need both approaches?

[Shawon Jackson (he/him) @shawonj]

HUGE thank you to everyone who’s supported our @vocal_justice campaign. We’re almost there! Help us develop and amplify the voices of youth who are proximate to injustice. https://t.co/rHB3kHt4HJ

[Shawon Jackson (he/him) @shawonj]

@JamilaDugan @vocal_justice We’re focused on positioning youth who are proximate to injustice as leaders for social change! https://t.co/lDIoqs1KCc Love to see all the great orgs in this thread too 🙌🏾💕

[True Ventures @trueventures]

Proud to see @vocal_justice's @shawonj on @Forbes' #30Under30 list for Education. https://t.co/NmFsIP9T2D

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Vocal Justice invites you to “Where We’re From,” a poetry workshop and community fundraiser. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with other members of the Vocal Justice community, experience our work, and learn how to get involved!

Link: https://t.co/qg0Jodepf1

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

As we approach the giving season, Vocal Justice invites you to “Where We’re From,” a poetry workshop and community fundraiser. This is an opportunity to connect with other members in our community, experience our work, and learn how to get involved.

Link: https://t.co/qg0Jodvsh1

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Vocal Justice is seeking applications from young people to join our paid Youth Advisory Council (YAC). The YAC will lead its own initiatives to advance Vocal Justice’s mission and participate in organization-wide decision-making.

Head to https://t.co/YfsdhB9Sbp to learn more.

[Shawon Jackson (he/him) @shawonj]

.@camelbackorg’s 2023 Fellowship application is officially open! If you’re a BIPOC, woman, and/or non-binary social entrepreneur driving change in your community via education or technology, apply at https://t.co/0K1VkZiMyt. Apps due Sept 7!

[Shawon Jackson (he/him) @shawonj]

Appreciate the support!

[SALA Series @SALASeries]

Get to know @shawonj Founder and CEO at Vocal Justice

He is a @PrincetonUniversity, @Harvard Kennedy School, and @StanfordGSB graduate

Favorite Book: Just Mercy by Bryan
Stevenson

Favorite Quote: “Each of us is more than the worst thing we’ve ever done.”-Bryan Stevenson

[Vocal Justice @vocal_justice]

Why should you apply to the Vocal Justice Teacher Fellowship? One reason is the amazing community of educators! Check out the link in the bio for more information. Applications are due Sunday, August 7th by 2pm PT.