The Collaborative

The University Community Collaborative at Temple University: creating a positive youth culture, strengthening organizations, building better communities.

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Happy Thursday from POPPYN!

Are you interested in video production, and social activism?

POPPYN is still accepting members for our 2023 internship program!

Sign up to join the POPPYN program here! : https://t.co/XEDRKw0gy6

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

We were so grateful to collaborate with Artist Mat Tomezsko @mattomezsko on “Revolutionary Phildelphia” an art piece in collaboration with some of our students at the University Collaborative!
We are excited to continue the third iteration of this project this summer!

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

We are proud to announce that we will be participating in CONSENT FEST tomorrow! Come join us at 3701 Filbert between 2pm-6pm! Need more info? Check out @yestoconsent! Hope to see you there!

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

We want to dream up alternatives to punishment and policing in our schools, join us tomorrow at 5:30 to share your Phreedom Dreams! | Link to RSVP in Bio! #youthmedia #youthpower

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Go support @whatsPOPPYN film addressing policing in schools and the importance of #restorativejustice!!

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

Join us and @GermantownHub tomorrow! We are screening our doc on the school to prison pipeline and holding a discussion about #overpoliced school environments | doc features @215studentunion @YASP2 @USchoolPhilly | #youthmedia #cjreform

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

It’s #WorldAIDSDay, check out @whatsPOPPYN throwback about HIV testing! #phled #HIVAIDS #gettested

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

There’s a ton of stigma surrounding STD’s which fosters a culture of shame and silence! Let’s open up the convo so that more people are educated and supported when it comes to their sexual health! Check out this #tb FEAT. @AccessMatters4U | https://t.co/qrqTF7oZcT | #WorldAIDSDay

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

Tomorrow @OCOSPhilly will be leading a rally to DEMAND @PHLschools prioritize students and make improvements in our schools conditions! | @TAGPhilly @215studentunion @YUCphilly | #Phled #safeschools

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Thanks to everyone who came out to last night’s happy hour! We appreciate our ever-growing UCC family 😄 https://t.co/uOIQYDDBgE

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Tonight we’re hosting our annual fall happy hour fundraiser! Come join us for lots of fun, laughs and drinks 🙂! There will be great raffle prizes to win! Can’t make it? Please consider making a digital donation to our Venmo @ UCCollab or online at https://t.co/zZx7wTUVxE

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

Today is #WorldDiabetesDay + we want to shout out one of our courageous alum, Julia, who co-produced a powerful segment about her struggle w/ diabetes, and bullying. Two Fights: Julia's Story --> https://t.co/HFIzvXCK9y | @WDD #diabetes #bullying #philly #youthmedia #youthpower

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Come join us tomorrow at our annual fall happy hour! There will be specials on drinks, food and a bunch a great prizes to win! Bring a friend too, the more the merrier 🥂!! #FUNdraiser #community #happyhour

[Chekemma Townsend @chekemma]

@TempleUCC students have been blogging, writing plays and poetry to explore gentrification and other policy impacts. Public speaking +Writing +Tech #CelebrateWR @PYNinc @Philaworks

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

POPPYN producers responding to questions from the audience. #reprojustice #youthmedia

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

“There shouldn’t be shame talking about women’s bodies and our rights.” -Klaire, POPPYN Producer #reprojustice #youthmedia @newvoicesphilly

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

“Is 52 years old too old to join y’all group?” - parent 😂 #PHILLY #youthmedia #spokenword #youthpower #workready

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Students are presenting their summer project, Poetic Mafia. Here’s a clip from poem, “We Are Black Women.” #spokenword

[Nuala Cabral 🍉 @nualacabral]

Congrats @TempleUCC (VOICES, POWER & @whatsPOPPYN) on another successful summer of inquiry, collaboration and creation! 👏🏾💫 #youthpower

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

We had such a great time at the @blackstarfest youth program today! There were so many creative, inspiring young people with rich complex stories to share. 🙌🏾 We are looking forward to next year!! 😊
#BSFF19 #youthmedia #blackstarsolit

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

This summer we have been exploring blog making, theatre, poetry and documentary! On August 7th we will be showcasing that work and we are inviting YOU to come out!

[The Collaborative @TempleUCC]

Thank you for everything and good luck on your next chapter, Nuala!

[POPPYN @whatsPOPPYN]

Today is the the last official day of @nualacabral, the communications manager and POPPYN coordinator @TempleUCC. Over the past 7 years, Nuala has contributed invaluable amounts to this organization. We are grateful for her leadership, advocacy and passion for youth media! 💜