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S.T.Y.L.E. SUPER GROUP! The Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) formed a countywide Youth Group, called the S.T.Y.L.E. Super Group, as a part of its Youth Violence Prevention Project. A key focus of the Group is to help the students to “find their voice” to community, city, and county leaders for the sharing of ideas and possible solutions for reducing youth crime.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND? Membership is open to any youth living in Palm Beach County who is interested in helping fellow students, schools, and communities in reducing youth crime. Youths from middle schools, high schools, community service organizations, youth groups, teen agencies, and the Dept. of Juvenile Justice are invited to attend. WHAT DOES “S.T.Y.L.E.” MEAN? “Saving The Youths’ Lives Everywhere” You don’t have to be an adult to become an advocate and work for change. As a young adult, you can act to make changes, educate and inspire your community, and become an advocate for saving the youths’ lives everywhere. WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO BECOME A MEMBER? The battle against youth violence begins with you. You can change attitudes, make a difference.... and create change!
FIND YOUR VOICE
2008 "Proclamation" from PBC Board of County Commissioners - On October 7th, Commissioner Burt Aaronson honored the S.T.Y.L..E. Super Group for "their actions that encourage other youth to empower themselves, and for becoming student advocates in local crime prevention efforts"
2008 Racial Justice Award - S.T.Y.L.E. Super Group was selected to receive the 2008 Racial Justice Award sponsored by the Young Women’s Christian Association (Y.W.C.A.). In keeping with a YWCA imperative, "to eliminate racism wherever it exists,” the YWCA continues a tradition of "honoring ordinary people doing extraordinary work" in the area of racial justice. The criteria for winning this award included (1) demonstrated leadership in the elimination of racism, (2) significant involvement in the struggle for peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all people, and (3) demonstrated commitment to empowerment of all people. Group members were recognized at a ceremony held at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach.
My Space Page - Created by President Tarrie Mack, the S.T.Y.L.E. Super Group has a fun MySpace Page. Click on the link and sign in as one of our friends! http://www.myspace.com/stylesupergroup
National Youth Crime Prevention Conference & International Forum: "Building Champions" - Members attended this Conference held in Miami and had the chance to meet youths from around the United States, South America, and Canada.
“Survey on Youth Violence” - This survey was created by Group members, along with the assistance of Dr. Christine Koehn of the Quantum Foundation. Group members are administering this Survey to hundreds of PBC youths in an effort to obtain their viewpoint on violence in their neighborhood and community. The results of the survey may be used to expand programs at YEC’s and to support grant applications for the funding of youth crime prevention projects.
Movie Night Series – Members have viewed inspirational movies, such as Denzel Washington’s The Great Debaters, and discussed possible stereotypes they have assigned to people different than themselves. Discussion topics included whether they have treated others differently as a result, whether they’ve ever been negatively stereotyped themselves, and the damage that labeling people can cause.
Youth Weekend Summit - S.T.Y.L.E. officers met with youths from 11 different western Palm Beach County elementary, middle, and high school to brainstorm ideas and strategies for hosting a Youth Weekend Summit. Many of the attending youths lived in Belle Glade and Pahokee, and youth breakout groups were formed to discuss possible Conference workshops. Acting upon recommendations from this planning meeting, the Belle Glade and Pahokee youths held their Youth Weekend Summit in Belle Glade. Workshops were held on motivation and youth empowerment, reducing youth violence, college and careers, and building leadership skills. Marching in Parades - Members marched in the Martin Luther King Day parade carrying their award-winning “Prevent Youth Violence” posters. About 200-225 brochures describing Youth Empowerment Centers were handed out to people along the parade route.
Kaleidoscope - Dozens of Group members attended “Kaleidoscope, a Celebration of Many Cultures” in downtown West Palm Beach, and occupied an exhibitor’s booth where they asked passersby to complete their Survey on Youth Violence. D.E.A. and A.T.F Agents - Members heard a presentation on the effects of various illegal drugs by Special Agent Jim Mokwa of the Drug Enforcement Agency and Special Agent Vince Holmes of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. Jim and Vince spoke to the students about the life of federal law enforcement agents, the dangers of drug and alcohol use, a typical day in the life of an undercover agent, and how to pursue a career in federal law enforcement. Youth Criminal Justice Academy - Members of the Super Group attended the Youth Criminal Justice Academy. During the four-week sessions, members had the opportunity to be educated by the following: 1) Toured PBSO Main Detention Center & Presentation by Sheriff Ric Bradshaw 2) Certificate Awarded for "Sheriff For A Day" prize 3) Two inmates spoke about consequences of making poor choices 4) PBSO SWAT Team, K-9 Unit, and Crime Scene Technicians 5) Juvenile Court Judge 6) PBC State Attorney 7) PBC Public Defender Mothers Against Murderers Association (MAMA) - Angela Williams, founder of MAMA, spoke to our Group about losing four nephews and two nieces due to senseless acts of violence. Her organization’s mission is to assist parents or guardians of murder victims. She Is dedicated to offering quality programs for youth, and her website is http://mothersagainstmurderersassn.org/. Florida Senate Page - S.T.Y.L.E. President Tarrie Mack was selected to be a Florida Senate Page during the April, 2008, session. He was required to wear a dark navy blazer jacket and had a special FLORIDA SENATE patch sewn to the left pocket. He received a stipend for his 40-hours of work. Bus Shelter Displays - A press conference was held for the official unveiling of the winning designs for the bus shelter display designs. Bruce Washburn, General Manager at Next Media, generously donated 32 locations around Palm Beach County for displaying the winning designs. Danielle Post and Carl Ceance's designs were voted as the top two winners out of numerous entries in the "PREVENT YOUTH VIOLENCE" contest. Palm Tran Bus Displays - A press conference was held for the official unveiling of the winning designs for the Palm Tran buses. These students’ designs were voted as the top five winners out of 36 entries in the S.T.Y.L.E Super Group “PREVENT YOUTH VIOLENCE” contest. The youth’s artwork will be displayed on 48 Palm Tran buses during the entire upcoming year. The winning designs were submitted by Carl Ceance, Danielle Post, Javon Jones, Samantha Rivera, and Dairon Giovany Arroyave. "Get in the Zone" TV Show - S.T.Y.L.E. members were involved in the filming and creation of the “Get in the Zone” TV show, which is being aired on Channel 20. It is currently airing SUNDAY at 1:30 p.m., MONDAY at 9:30 a.m., and WEDNESDAY at 9:30 p.m. Telly Award Winner - The "Get in the Zone" TV show has been awarded a coveted 2008 Telly Award. Winning a Bronze Award in the Documentary category, the TV production features a gripping behind-the-scenes look at PBC Youth Empowerment Centers., The TV show has also been nominated for a 2008 Emmy Award. Videographer's Award - Our "Get in the Zone" TV Show and Channel 20 won a second national award, the 2008 Award of Excellence Videographer's Award. FIND YOUR VOICE TAKE A STAND CREATE CHANGE!
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