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Teach Emotions was honored to attend the Avenues for Justice Impact Awards Dinner last week, celebrating individuals who continue to champion justice reform, second chances, and opportunities for young people.

A special shoutout to @avenuesforjustice for the incredible work they continue to do in transforming lives and empowering our communities!

#TeachEmotions #AvenuesForJustice #ImpactAwards #YouthEmpowerment #SocialJustice

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Our founder @drdennisibude recently had the opportunity to join @avenuesforjustice Executive Director Liz Frederick and the AFJ team at the @robinhoodnyc Teen Council!

During the conversation, Dr. Dennis shared more about the work taking place through Avenues for Justice’s Youth Empowerment and Leadership Council programs, including how these spaces help young people strengthen their confidence, communication, leadership, decision-making, emotional awareness, and ability to advocate for themselves and their communities.

The Teen Council participants brought incredible curiosity, thoughtful questions, and a willingness to challenge ideas about youth justice, leadership, and the issues impacting young people across New York City.

A special thank you to Liz Frederick and Avenues for Justice for the invitation, and to Robin Hood for creating spaces where young people can engage directly with nonprofit, business, government, and community leaders.

Teach Emotions is proud to continue supporting work that centers youth voice, emotional development, leadership, and community impact 💪🏾💪🏾

#teachemotions #robinhood #avenuesforjustice #socialemotionallearning

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+1 today!!!
Grateful Lord 🙌🏻Another year, same energy, bigger vision.
#birthday #birthdaygirl #libra

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Teach Emotions was proud to support another meaningful Youth Empowerment experience in partnership with @avenuesforjustice , welcoming Darryl Epps Jr., Deputy Director of the Office of Higher Education in Prison at SUNY, for an impactful conversation with young people.

Throughout the session, Darryl spoke openly about his journey, from experiencing incarceration at a young age to pursuing education, transforming his life, and now working to create opportunities for others.

Thank you Darryl for pouring into our young people and to Avenues for Justice for continuing to invest in their growth and development. We’re looking forward to more conversations like this 💙

#TeachEmotions #YouthEmpowerment #AvenuesForJustice #SocialEmotionalLearning #education

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Last week, AFJ welcomed special guest, Darryl Epps Jr., to our Youth Empowerment workshop, hosted by AFJ Facilitator Dr. Dennis Ibude.

Currently serving as the Deputy Director of the Office of Higher Education in Prison for the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Darryl shared a deeply inspiring narrative of resilience and transformation. Having been incarcerated at a young age, he openly discussed how early trauma from contact with the justice system shaped his youth. However, Darryl refused to let his past mistakes or his time behind bars define his future. Instead, he channeled his focus into academics, ultimately graduating from Cornell’s Prison Education Program (CPEP). Following his release, Darryl dedicated his career to advocacy and education, holding impactful roles at The Fortune Society and the John Jay College of Criminal Justice before stepping into his current leadership position at SUNY. Our Participants were entirely captivated by his journey. While his presentation carried immense emotional weight, Darryl’s approachable and relatable presence deeply resonated with the audience.

@drdennisibude
@teachemotions
@sunyhep
@cornellprisonreform

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For the second year in a row, @teachemotions was grateful to join @avenuesforjustice for their Summer on the Avenue Street Fair in the Lower East Side!

In partnership with @hope.initiativellc , we were able to give back to young people and families preparing for the new school year by providing sneakers, book bags, school supplies, graphing calculators, social-emotional learning books, and additional resources.

What made the day even more special was seeing so many organizations, businesses, and community partners come together in one space to serve, connect, celebrate, and pour into our young people. From music and games to haircuts, double dutch, resources, and giveaways, the block was filled with community energy.

Here are a few highlights from an incredible day of community and giving back 💙

#TeachEmotions #AvenuesForJustice #SummerOnTheAvenue #CommunityGiveback

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Harlem Week was about more than celebrating history! It was about giving young people the opportunity to see themselves as part of what comes next!

Through the theme “The Harlem We Inherited. The Harlem We Want,” @avenuesforjustice Leadership Council & Speech and Debate Participants used poetry, debate, storytelling, and interactive activities to celebrate Harlem’s culture, reflect on its legacy, and share their vision for the future.

The experience was made even more meaningful by the presence of NYC Council Member @dr.yusefsalaam , @santanaraymond of the Exonerated Five, and New York State Assembly Member @jordanwright4harlem, who joined the celebration and supported our young people as they used their voices.

Moments like these remind us why youth voice matters. When young people are given the platform, preparation, and confidence to lead, they rise to the occasion!

#TeachEmotions #HarlemWeek #YouthVoice #YouthLeadership #SocialEmotionalLearning

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Teach Emotions is proud to highlight @kushite_revival who has taken his own growth and experiences and turned them into an opportunity to pour back into the next generation!

His programming combines boxing with lessons around discipline, motivation, confidence, self-growth, and perseverance.

Teach Emotions celebrates the work he is building and the impact that is only beginning!

#TeachEmotions #YouthDevelopment #MentorshipMatters #SocialEmotionalLearning

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Teach Emotions was proud to join an incredible day of unity, health, healing, and community support in the Bronx! We came ready to serve!! We gave out school supplies, clothing, and SEL resources to help young people and families prepare for the season ahead.

When we say we teach emotions, we’re not only talking about workshops. We’re talking about showing up for our communities in meaningful ways 🫶🏾

We want to give a huge shoutout to @righteousgoddess for the invitation 🙏🏾🙏🏾

#TeachEmotions #CommunityImpact #SELInAction #BronxCommunity #YouthEmpowerment

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This week, our @avenuesforjustice Leadership Council explored the history, purpose, and vision behind Harlem Week as we begin planning our own Harlem Week event.

We’re excited to take what we learned and turn it into something meaningful, creative, and youth-led!

#TeachEmotions #LeadershipCouncil #HarlemWeek #YouthLeadership #YouthVoice

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New month, same mission: spreading love and appreciation!!

Leadership Council honored our @avenuesforjustice staff by giving them their flowers—physically and through heartfelt words. We believe people should know the impact they make and how deeply they are appreciated.

#GiveThemTheirFlowers #LeadershipCouncil #AvenuesForJustice #YouthLeadership #Gratitude

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This week, @avenuesforjustice Leadership Council members from Harlem and the Lower East Side came together for an unforgettable game night!

We had a record turnout, plenty of laughter, friendly competition, and some amazing prizes, including iPads, scooters, guitars, cologne, perfume, and more. Most importantly, we created a space where young people from both centers could connect, celebrate, and experience joy together.

Proud of our leaders for making this night such a success!

#TeachEmotions #YouthLeadership #LeadershipCouncil #YouthEmpowerment

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