In this episode of the podcast Black Remembering, host Melanie Mead interviews Joseph Amadasun, a 13-year-old resident of Clairton, PA. They discuss the lack of recreational opportunities and safe spaces for youth in the area. Joseph shares his experiences with the poor air quality, which often prevents him from fully participating in physical activities. He expresses his frustration with the limited options for outdoor play in Clairton and discusses his ideas for repurposing abandoned buildings into recreational centers. This conversation highlights the impact of these limitations on Joseph's and his friends' emotions and emphasizes the need for safe and enjoyable spaces for youth in the community. Listeners will gain valuable insights from Joseph's perspective and be inspired to take action in their own communities to provide better recreational options for young people.
The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.
For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.
In this episode of the podcast Black Remembering, host Melanie Mead interviews Joseph Amadasun, a 13-year-old resident of Clairton, PA. They discuss the lack of recreational opportunities and safe spaces for youth in the area. Joseph shares his experiences with the poor air quality, which often prevents him from fully participating in physical activities. He expresses his frustration with the limited options for outdoor play in Clairton and discusses his ideas for repurposing abandoned buildings into recreational centers. This conversation highlights the impact of these limitations on Joseph's and his friends' emotions and emphasizes the need for safe and enjoyable spaces for youth in the community. Listeners will gain valuable insights from Joseph's perspective and be inspired to take action in their own communities to provide better recreational options for young people.
The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.
For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.