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Educators and community members across the country joined us on Feb. 16 to learn how they can take care of undocumented students and staff.

We’ve posted our webinar notes, resources and recording. https://t.co/G4HENKIP8b

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“This devaluation of public media and journalism reveals itself to be a top-down erosion of truth-telling that silences student journalists,” Poojasai Kona said.

https://t.co/qm5JTQxn70

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“When I was 10 years old, I was diagnosed with clinical depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder,” Ayaan Moledina said.

Read his mental health journey for National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. / @ayaanmoledina
https://t.co/17BfoD5SQd

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“Texas’ congressional maps, signed by Governor Abbott today, impact Americans nationwide,” @cameronjsamuels said.
https://t.co/rNYFNFgDmW

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Texas lawmakers are considering restricting the bathrooms that trans people can use.

Senate Bill 8 was discussed at a Committee on State Affairs hearing on Aug 22.
https://t.co/gJu13sMRhs

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Ahead of Houston area students returning to school, a local teacher has a message for their students.

“As I'm planning what to teach you this year, I am struggling,” they said.
https://t.co/bcwVsc1sKy

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Over the past school year, AI has grown in massive numbers. 86% of students are now using AI in their schoolwork, according to a global survey by the Digital Education Council.

But is it all bad?
https://t.co/7eFXf130rm

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The worker-led group Reform for Animals is raising awareness of the rampant animal neglect they witnessed at the Humane Society since they joined in 2022, including malnutrition, lack of veterinary care, inappropriate enclosures, and lack of enrichment.

https://t.co/oHterSIXqK

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Harris County Commissioner Tom Ramsey reported in a Dec. 2024 Commissioners Court meeting that the county jail and the sheriff have a “healthy working relationship” with ICE and transferred 3,600 people to their custody in 2023. via/Andrea Hernandez

https://t.co/dXyqFrWSdN

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"With the Supreme Court’s ruling on Mahmoud v. Taylor, schools must allow parents to opt their children out of classroom instruction if they object to content on the basis of a religious belief," Cameron Samuels said.

https://t.co/JGTj8Ps6Py

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The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) renewed a Native American Studies course on Jun. 27.

The 9-4 vote followed over four hours of discussion, during which testifiers explained the course’s importance and board members debated the course’s legality.
https://t.co/lBgOdB1KFz

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As the Madleen, carrying 12 activists, was sailing across international waters toward Gaza on Jun. 8, Houstonians marched from Ervan Chew Park toward Hermann Park to protest the Trump administration’s immigration policies. – @cindygiselles

https://t.co/0eSAloEAqf

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“Queer BIPOC communities of Texas have long endeavored to make a home out of a space perceived by much of America to be inhospitable to queer existence.” - @annarajagopal

https://t.co/frFQeZ3rNU

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a New York State Assemblymember and democratic socialist won the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor.

“This election reminds us that in a democracy, the power lies with the people. We just have to use it.” — @ayaanmoledina
https://t.co/lXB2mR4GXZ

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We’re holding a Zoom webinar for young people across Texas to learn about working in nonprofit organizations—your rights, power, wellness and red flags to spot.

Tuesday, Jun, 24 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM
https://t.co/IMZhe4gzg8

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Texas schools have real issues, yet lawmakers are busy challenging the separation of church and state.

“This attack on educational intellectualism, coupled with the advancement of vouchers will force us to confront a constitutional crisis,” Moreno said. https://t.co/CBZ9leSNQc

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As the youngest poet to hold the role, Aris Kian participated in and organized nearly 100 events, media appearances, and poetry workshops.

We’ve published a conversation between @rosewaterframes and Ariana Lee, Houston Youth Poet Laureate from 2022-2023.

https://t.co/U2UTrLE18w

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Graduation season has arrived and many young people across Texas are looking for a job.

If you’re eyeing a nonprofit organization, read what Muizz Akhtar and Melissa C. Allala have to say.
https://t.co/ZReQVJOabS

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At last month’s Harris County Commissioner Court meeting, many residents opposed a new jail.

Speakers said a new jail would be used for deportation schemes or to house political dissidents. It wouldn't address medical care issues or root causes of crime.
https://t.co/dh56IB4IMg

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Over 200 Rice University community members gathered for a campus-wide protest on Apr. 8 to demand the school take tangible action to protect its students—namely, international students. Via @annarajagopal

https://t.co/zq7Cd334kj

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@laurenhsweeney We also posted an interview with “Safeguard the Flame” organizers.

https://t.co/xomQLyAexn

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“Safeguard the Flame” event brought together the wisdom of former Black Panthers, longtime political prisoners, and elders of liberation movements who have spent their lives resisting imperialist violence. via @laurenhsweeney
https://t.co/UXgTcDgTFH