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With the GREAT success of our Summer Social Justice Recreation Program SWOP is excited to announce the continuation of that program into the fall!! This program is meant to introduce youth to the SouthWest Organizing Project and create a deeper understanding of our local struggle. This is an exciting opportunity for youth to learn about social justice and the youth rights campaign in a meaningful and interactive way. We will be exploring our New Mexican roots and learning about the power we possess as young community leaders. SWOP youth are committed to the life of the movement; we will spend time refining our skills as young organizers so we can bring justice to our communities.

Twice a week we will meet to learn about our history and the present condition of our communities. We will be involved in a variety of dynamic and inspiring activities that incorporate art and education into our struggle for justice and equality. We will spend most of our time in the communities we are working to strengthen. We would also love the support of community members so if you are interested in volunteering or leading workshops please let us know! The program will be held every Tuesday and Thursday starting October 16th from 3:00pm-7:00pm. If you know of young people want to understand our local struggle and are committed to creating change join the SWOP Social Justice Recreation Program! You can also pre-register by contacting monica at monica@swop.net or dropping by the SWOP office on 211 10th St SW 87102.

We will also have a kick off DANCE October 12th from 7:00pm-10:00pm with music, dance and poetry! It will be held at SWOP in one of our new spaces on 211 10th St SW 87102.

Please pass on the information your networks and any teachers or young people you know! For question please call Monica or Emma at 247-8832 or send either of us an e-mail at monica@swop.net or emma@swop.net.