Anansi’s Web is the youth media action project founded in 2007 by the Central District Organizing Project (CDOP), a grassroots community organization based in the historic Midtown/Central District area of Gary, IN. The 2011 Anansi’s Web interns are high school students developing their own media (video, blog, social media, etc) in order to tell their own stories, and the story of Gary. This blog is an expression of their thoughts and works.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Comin where from I'm from...I'm from...
Hello world, my name is Tremaine Tillotson (tilla tellem') and I'm 18 years of age. I'm loved by many and even more loved by most. lol im a senior high school student in Gary, Indiana, attending school at Roosevelt C&T Academy (for cool kids). I'm a very talented and hard working young adult with big aspirations for my life. I have been raised in Gary my whole life, deeply influenced by music and media. I like all artist in a sense but feel like im supa fresh when im rollin to soulja boy! I am very intelligent and besides fun things, world news and comedy interest me. (stay tuned for future updates)
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
About Me! :)
Wassup! Im Antweezy Parker. I am born and raised from Gary, Indiana. I attend Roosevelt High School, I am 16 years, and i am in the 11th grade. I love to play sports, eat, make music, and chill with all my friends. I am a very hyper, energetic person, who loves to laugh and make other people laugh. I also love to make money, shop, play games, girls. When I graduate from high school I plan to go to college but idk for what exactly. At the moment I have my first summer job at the Anassi Web program located at the Central District Office (CDOP).
My Blog
Wassup , My name is Kiante Penn. I was born in Gary, Indiana and that is where I currently live. I'm 17 years old and I attend Roosevelt High School. Some role model's I look up to are Dr.King, My mom, My cousin, and my Uncle. They inspire me to be educated and to alway's believe in myself. I love music with a passion, basically anything that sounds good I'll listen to it. I am starting to become, a young intelligent man who stands his ground and fights for his rights. I see myself becoming more active and aware in my community. I came to CDOP through a mutual friend. The experience. I've made some really good friends. I'm just happy to be apart of CDOP because I've learned and grown so much.
Bio
Hi! My name is Kimberly Lenoir . I was born and raised in Gary,IN. Im 15 years and attend Roosevelt CTA . Since i've been here in Gary, i've seen things go from good to worse. My purpose is to help make a change. I love helping out. I'm always more than willing to do what will make my city one of the best again. I've learned alot since i've been in this program. I've learned the importance of knowing where you've come from. I've also learned that every young voice can be heard. I'm very blessed to be in this program and i've enjoyed every minute of it!
Introduction
Hey! My name is Courtney Lexus Loraine Ridle. I'm 16 years old and will be a junior when schoo starts. I live in Gary, IN. I live with both of my bioligical parents in glen park. I have one brother who is currently in college and living in Missouri. The people i look up to most are my grandmother and my mom. They have always been there for me and are always encouraging me to do my best and excel in all that I do. My favorite color is purple. I love music ! I listen to all types, but my favorite type of music would probably be pop. My goals in life are to graduate high school, go off to college, and become an RN. I am a youth worker at the Central District (nick named CDOP). Here I am learning to become a community activist. I am learning alot about my city, the government, and ways I can make a difference. From this program I hope to gain more insight and skills that I can use for the rest of my life.
Ashley Glover
Heyy , I'm Ashley N. Glover . My friends call me G-Lover .
I'm from Texas but I'm now living in Gary , Indiana . I'm 17 and I'll be turning 18 in December. I' going to be a senior in the fall and I'll most likely be attending Roosevelt High School.
Music is my life and I'm not the average teen. I'm a risk taker and I believe that you only have one chance for most things , so you should live your life to the fullest. I've traveled a lot and I don't plan to stop anytime soon. My dream is to actually go to Tokyo , Japan.
I'm very opinionated and think that everyone is entitled to theirs. I'm an open-minded person and accept all aspects of things. I feel that I've been put here to do multiple things and I hope that I can accomplish these things.
I'm from Texas but I'm now living in Gary , Indiana . I'm 17 and I'll be turning 18 in December. I' going to be a senior in the fall and I'll most likely be attending Roosevelt High School.
Music is my life and I'm not the average teen. I'm a risk taker and I believe that you only have one chance for most things , so you should live your life to the fullest. I've traveled a lot and I don't plan to stop anytime soon. My dream is to actually go to Tokyo , Japan.
I'm very opinionated and think that everyone is entitled to theirs. I'm an open-minded person and accept all aspects of things. I feel that I've been put here to do multiple things and I hope that I can accomplish these things.
Movie Producer
Hello, my name is Kyle Cochran. I am 18 years of age and I was born in Gary, Indiana which is where I also currently live. I am about to be senior currently attending Roosevelt High School in Gary, Indiana where I intend on finishing off my high school year. My goal after I graduate is to attend Columbia College which is located in Chicago, Illinois. I will attend Columbia College for film and photography which is a career that I want to persue. The reason for wanting this goal is because I enjoy alot of different kinds of entertainment. I enjoy reality television, movie making, and music videos. Sometime in my spare time I also put time into taking pictures and photo editing. I look up to alot of people and entertainment companies such as My cosin Kirk Barron and his girlfriend, I look up to alot of reality television shows such as Jersey Shore and The Kardashians along with weekly shows like world wrestling entertainment. I curently have a reality show that I make with my friends every day called Summer Time Rush where we show how we live every day and release a new episode every day on You Tube, Face Book, and Twitter. Filming and acting is my passion and I enjoy doing it every chance I get. Years from now I see myself on television well known and famous getting awards. It took me a while to find out the person I was and now I am happy that I get to do what I do with everyone behind me.
MAURICE L. DIGGS
Hey my name is Maurice l. Diggs.
I am 16 year old . I'm from Ford heights the south suburbs of Chicago ILL.
I came to Gray in 2009 i attend Roosevelt CTA. Some of my goals are to finish school go to in finish collage to become a arts. Some of the people i look up to for giving hope in this goals are Martin l. King , Berry Black, in also Tyler Perry. This people are know for standing for what right in never giving up on there in others like me goals in life.
Andrea J' Wilbon
My name is Andrea Je'nae Wilbon and, I was born and raised in Gary.
I currently attend Roosevelt CTA Highschool and Im a junior at the moment.
I see big things in store for my life.I try to be the best person i can in this life.
I want to help my community grow because we all need love and somebody to care in order to grow as people. I currently work for Anansi's Web program/ Central district organizing progam.I love all the the instructors and the setting they provide for us. I feel at home every time I walk through the door and Im so grateful for this experience. The main thing in my head that i will definitely walk away with is something i already knew but im totally sure about now. Is that things aren't always as they seem and you cant just accept what someone says, you have to go out there and make sure for your self. Also stand up for what you believe in even if you're alone.
Yours Truly,
AJW
I currently attend Roosevelt CTA Highschool and Im a junior at the moment.
I see big things in store for my life.I try to be the best person i can in this life.
I want to help my community grow because we all need love and somebody to care in order to grow as people. I currently work for Anansi's Web program/ Central district organizing progam.I love all the the instructors and the setting they provide for us. I feel at home every time I walk through the door and Im so grateful for this experience. The main thing in my head that i will definitely walk away with is something i already knew but im totally sure about now. Is that things aren't always as they seem and you cant just accept what someone says, you have to go out there and make sure for your self. Also stand up for what you believe in even if you're alone.
Yours Truly,
AJW
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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