PinnedChange Agent and Programming Director Katie Ross on New Efforts To Close America’s Deep Digital DivideBy Megha Goel When teachers in classrooms asked students what they wanted to become when they grew up, girls shouted out professions like “fashion designer” and “doctor.” But one, Katie always confirmed, “I want to work for a non-profit.” …Digital Divide4 min readDigital Divide4 min read
Jul 12, 2021Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number: Youth Council Representative Arieanna Saddler is a Young Boss in the MakingThe first thing that strikes you about Arieanna Saddler is her effervescence. A Tremont Youth Council Representative, Saddler is a seventh-grade student of Northeast Ohio College Preparatory School, in Cleveland. She is confident and optimistic at heart. Her zest for life and desire to be independent is so infectious and…3 min read3 min read
Apr 13, 2021Exploring Connectivity as a Civil Rights Issue in a Pandemic Plagued CountryBy Megha Goel Michelle’s school expects her to finish her five page quarantine assignment on her smartphone. Her mother cannot access the telehealth service to manage her diabetes, and her brother is struggling to fill out job applications online. Michelle is among the roughly 21 million Americans who lack high-speed…6 min read6 min read
Apr 13, 2021A Conversation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Through the Lens of Social Justice in AmericaBy Megha Goel It’s not one entity that can solve the problems of racial inequities in America. We need to come together as a community and create solutions. A lot of schools, entities, and nonprofits are bringing experts to work with teachers but there is no sense of urgency. They…4 min read4 min read
Mar 3, 2021Young, Gifted, and Determined — Exploring Violence and Peaceful Solutions in America’s CitiesBy Megha Goel According to the Center for American Progress, from 2008 through 2017, Ohio had the 20th-highest rate of gun murders, with 3.96 gun homicides per 100,000 people. Moreover, while only 13% of the population is African American, about 69 percent of the state’s gun homicide victims are black…Violence4 min readViolence4 min read
Mar 3, 2021There’s More Than One Way To Achieve A Goal: Redefining Professional Success In A 21st Century WorldBy Megha Goel “They teach you how other people think, during your most productive years. It kills creativity. Makes people into bozos,” said Steve Jobs. Jobs, co-founder of one of the World’s most recognized brands, Apple, didn’t come from a technology background. …Traditional Education3 min readTraditional Education3 min read
Mar 2, 2021We cannot charge the future if we are not plugged into the presentStatement from the EYEJ Youth Council Our country is in a very dark place right now. As the EYEJ Youth Council, we will continue to represent, be the voice of, and be a beacon lighting the way for youth of all colors and creeds. It is unjust that African Americans…3 min read3 min read
Mar 2, 2021Why I Volunteer: “Because I’m Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired”By Megha Goel A virus that swept millions from the planet, unprecedented lockdowns, layoffs, death of a dear one, the casual killing of minorities and, races still fighting for their rights! With instability in all areas and events of the current times unveiling the reality of society, are you primed…Social Justice4 min readSocial Justice4 min read
Feb 26, 2021Achieving Equity Through Fair HousingConfronting America’s Past and Envisioning an Equitable Future — By Emily Martin, Special Guest Contributor When we look around us at who lives where and who has access to resources and opportunities (or more importantly, who doesn’t), the disparities can be shocking. How did we get here? How do we begin to move toward a truly equitable society —…Equity5 min readEquity5 min read
Feb 25, 2021Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number: Youth Council Representative Arieanna Saddler is a Young Boss in the MakingBy Megha Goel The first thing that strikes you about Arieanna Saddler is her effervescence. A Tremont Youth Council Representative, Saddler is a seventh-grade student of Northeast Ohio College Preparatory School in Cleveland. She is confident and optimistic at heart. Her zest for life and desire to be independent is…Youth4 min readYouth4 min read
