Generation Justice
604 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★ - 7 ratingsGeneration Justice’s mission is to inspire youth to become media makers committed to social transformation.
Generation Justice trains teens to approach journalism from a social justice and media justice framework. This is a multi-media project that gives voice to activism– locally, nationally and internationally. The end desire of Generation Justice is that youth will leave our program more educated about community strengths and problems and that they will have the, critical thinking, inter-personal, and journalism tools to effectively work on solutions to injustice.
The youth participants are trained in radio broadcasting, blogging, video blogging, and digital story-telling. The teens go out into the community and participate in organizing/civic engagement activities highlighting grassroots community organizers, youth activists, and peace makers. They are also challenged to expand their understanding of social justice, democracy, inclusion, and equity and to use media as a tool for social change and youth activism.
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8.5.18 Democracy Dollars
August 06, 2018 19:09 - 31 minutes - 70.9 MBEric Griego is State Director for the Working Families Party of New Mexico and he shares the process of transforming the electoral process through their campaign, Democracy Dollars.
7.29.18: March for Our Lives & APS Newcomer Improvements
July 30, 2018 18:57 - 38 minutes - 88.3 MBThis week, we’re featuring the voices of women who are working to bring an end to gun violence and to improve public education for all community members. We spoke with Bria Smith, Emma Gonzalez and Jaclyn Corin, three youth activists from the March for Our Lives national movement! And Kay Bounkeua, Executive Director of New Mexico Asian Family Center, shared what is still needed for the refugee and immigrant community in Albuquerque's public school system. As always, you can catch us live ev...
5.20.18: Youth Organizing For The Homeless & Net Neutrality
July 26, 2018 18:16 - 33 minutes - 75.9 MBNew Mexico’s homeless population is growing each year. In this podcast, we are speaking with youth who are organizing to help. We’ll hear from Reed Pike from “New Day UNITY” about their work against Albuquerque’s panhandling ordinance. And, Quincy Walker, will tell us about his new “Hydrate the Homeless” project and how people in Albuquerque can help. Finally, we got an update on Net Neutrality from Tim Karr, Senior Directo of Strategy and Communications for Free Press.
7.15.18 Decolonizing Healing Practices
July 25, 2018 20:36 - 33 minutes - 76.6 MBOn this edition of Generation Justice, we explore the many ways our community finds healing. We will be speaking with Luzero Velasquez, a 19-year-old GJ member who recently finished a year long immersive training on Indigenous healing in Cuernavaca, Mexico. We will hear from Farah Nousheen who is a UNM academic advisor and founder of “Yoga for People of Color for Healing and Empowerment," they will share with us where they go in search of peace and love. As always, our music translates the me...
7.22.18: Update on Holtec
July 24, 2018 18:05 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBThe nuclear waste storage and management company, Holtec International has plans to implement a nuclear waste storage facility near Carlsbad and Hobbs New Mexico. This week, Leona Morgan and Eileen Shaughnessy of the Nuclear Issues Study Group, are two environmental justice activists and organizers who are working towards keeping Holtec and other nuclear waste out of New Mexico and the surrounding areas. Listen in as media justice intern, Kenia Alonzo, speaks with Leone and Eileen about what ...
Safiya Noble: Algorithms of Oppression
July 13, 2018 23:24 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBOn this special edition of Generation Justice, we’ll dive into a lecture given by Dr. Safiya Noble, an assistant professor at the Annenberg School of Communication at the University of Southern California. Dr. Noble, spoke at the University of New Mexico, where she discussed her research on algorithmic biases of racism and sexism commonly found on commercial search engines like Google. Dr. Noble has taught in the school of Education at UCLA, and is a co-founder of the Information Ethics & ...
MAMA's Day 2018
June 12, 2018 17:34 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this Mother's Day program youth producers share their messages of love and gratitude to the mothers and mother figures in their lives. Listen in to these honest and heartfelt words of love.
4.29.18: Indigenous Advancement: Art & Education
May 01, 2018 00:19 - 42 minutes - 96.2 MBThis week, Generation Justice celebrates Indigenous peoples by discussing Native advancement. We speak with Warren Montoya, executive director of Rezilience, who will tell us about the upcoming “RezArtx” event here in Albuquerque. Then, Dr. Shawn Secatero, an assistant professor at the University of New Mexico College of Education, talks with us about the importance of Indigenous learning models. This program features music from Indigenous artists, with two full-length songs by local Diné mus...
Organizing for Net Neutrality with Erin Shields of Center for Media Justice
April 30, 2018 23:24 - 10 minutes - 9.35 MBGeneration Justice is a multimedia project that trains young journalists to harness the power of media for social change. In this segment, Media Justice Intern, Kenia Alonzo, interviews Erin Shields of the Center for Media Justice in November of 2017.
4.22.18: Immigrant Resources & Syria Through Poetry
April 23, 2018 23:29 - 32 minutes - 75.4 MBThis week, Generation Justice youth producers look at interconnected issues within our community. First, we speak with Luis Leyva, Communications Fellow for the New Mexico Immigrant Law Center, who shares about resources and events for immigrants in our community. Then we'll revisit an interview with poet and GJ member, Ludella Awad, a Syrian-American journalism student who published two books of poetry on the Syrian refugee experience. Finally, Riazullah Alikozai, youth producer and organize...
4.8.15 Palestine Update
April 09, 2018 22:37 - 33 minutes - 75.5 MB4.8.15 Palestine Update by Generation Justice
3.25.18: March For Our Lives Albuquerque
March 29, 2018 18:39 - 38 minutes - 15.4 MBThis month, we experience the power of youth organizing. All over the country, students walked out of class to stand in solidarity with gun violence victims. The March for Our Lives gathered people in more than eight hundred cities across the country. Albuquerque joined the “March for Our Lives” National movement and youth from around the city organized for 3 weeks to bring out 10,000 people. It was one of the largest actions in state history. This week, we are honored to bring you some of th...
3.11.18 International Women's Day
March 12, 2018 20:00 - 39 minutes - 89.6 MBThis production shares the voices of Black and Indigenous women in the Southwest community who are using their platforms to create opportunity and economic stability for all women.
3.4.18- Race & The Media: The Kerner Commission Report
March 05, 2018 04:16 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBOn this special edition of Generation Justice, we offer three perspectives on race, media and the 50th anniversary of the Kerner Commission Report.The National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders, or The Kerner Commission, was established by President Lyndon Johnson to investigate the causes of social unrest after an especially violent 5 days in the summer of 1967. We speak to Fred Harris, former U.S. Senator for Oklahoma, and published author, who served on and is the last remaining memb...
2.25.18: No More Gun Violence
March 05, 2018 03:06 - 40 minutes - 93.6 MBWe bring you a special edition of Generation Justice as we reflect on this fact: mass shootings and especially school shootings are increasing. We hear the powerful speech given by 18 year old Emma Gonzalez, a Parkland student survivor who became an activist calling for gun laws to be changed. Then we bring our own New Mexico youth to the airwaves as we hear their reactions to gun violence in schools. And we have special music created for the Parkland student by artist, Phoebe Rose, a high s...
2.18.18: Legislative Recap & Early Childhood Education 2018
February 22, 2018 21:40 - 32 minutes - 75.3 MBThe 2018 legislative session closed. This week, we take a look at what was accomplished and what bills are sitting before the Governor. We speak with Jessica Lopez Collins and Lan Sena of Strong Families New Mexico, a program of Forward Together. We also hear from Jessa Cowdrey, the Public Policy Director of CHI St. Joseph’s Children, for an analysis of HR 1, a resolution that would allow New Mexicans to vote on the use of the Land Trust Fund for Early Childhood Education. As always, you can...
2.11.18: Black History in Action
February 14, 2018 00:55 - 22 minutes - 52.3 MBIt’s Black History Month! To celebrate, Selinda Guerrero and Arthur Bell, two community organizers, talk about the "#BlackLivesMatter: Our Black History March and Community BBQ” in Albuquerque. Also, instead of giving more airtime to a despicable cartoon that was published by our community’s largest newspaper, we will give airtime to the DREAMERS. Our youth producers, Kenia Alonzo, Jonathon Alonzo, Emily Jaramillo, Josh Green, and Mutazz Jaber; read a powerful commentary about #DACA from th...
2.4.18: Lifeline in NM
February 07, 2018 06:15 - 31 minutes - 72.6 MBRecently we’ve seen the FCC take a major swipe at Net Neutrality protections that all internet users rely on. The threat to connection now also includes the “Lifeline Program” which offers assistance to people for telephone, internet, and broadband access. We speak with Ana Montes, Organizing Director of TURN - The Utility Reform Network, out of California, to learn about the threat to Lifeline and what we can do. And, GJ Youth Producer and Music Host, Joshua Green, will share a monologue fro...
1.28.18: No Forgotten Women
January 31, 2018 01:28 - 44 minutes - 41 MBRight now women are taking a stand for their rights, their safety, and their bodies. This week, we bring you two of our local SHEros who advocate for women in New Mexico who experience injustice on our streets, homes, and communities. We speak with Christine Barber, Executive Director of Street Safe NM. And we are joined by Violet Martinez, a transfemme activist who has been working for the safety and rights of Trans people, especially Indigenous Trans Women. Plus, don't miss our GJ Roundtabl...
1.14.18: A Year of Resistance & Celebrating MLK
January 15, 2018 22:53 - 26 minutes - 24 MBIt has been one year since the Trump administration began, in that time, the resistance has also gained strength through activism and organizing. This week, we speak with Carlos Contreras from Progress Now New Mexico to reflect on a year of resistance to oppression and actions yet to come to New Mexico. And in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we will listen to one of his most inspiring speeches, "Funtown." As always, you can catch us live every Sunday at 7pm (MST) on 89.9 FM in Albuquerq...
1.7.18: Critical Issues in the New Year
January 09, 2018 01:27 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBWe open up the year with critical issues at hand. Nearly 800,000 young people are fighting the threat of deportation as women continue to lead the resistance in this country. Our guests are: United We Dream organizers, Janeth Antillon, and Felipe Rodriguez, who share the latest, on a clean dream act. Samia Assed, a local organizer, joins us to talk about the Albuquerque Women's March and why it is critical to the resistance of all oppression. Finally, Jason Fuller, GJ member and Journalis...
12.17.17: Net Neutrality...The Fight is Not Over
December 19, 2017 00:44 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBOn December 14th, The FCC voted to dismantle net neutrality protections, which insured the open and accessible internet since 2015. This week, we are joined by Lucia Martinez, longtime GJ member and digital campaigner for Free Press Action Fund, and Austin Weahkee of the Native American Voters Alliance, both were a part of the Wake-Up-Call-Rally, held in Washington D.C. We'll also hear Generation Justice Director, Roberta Rael, as she gave a rousing speech in front of the FCC. As always, join...
12.10.17: Voices of Youth Organizing
December 11, 2017 18:40 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBGeneration Justice invites you into a discussion on youth-lead organizing in New Mexico with a panel of amazing young activists and organizers from around the state. Listen to panelists “Janelle Astorga Ramos from the Southwest Organizing Project(SWOP); Michelle Murguia of the NM Dream Team; Kenia Alonzo, of Generation Justice; Angie Najera of Young Women United; Mia Speckled Rock of Tewa Women United; Andrew Hollow Horn of La Plazita Institute; Isabella Baker of Learning Alliance New Mexico;...
Erin Shields of The Center for Media Justice
November 15, 2017 01:25 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBErin Shields, National Field Organizer for Internet Rights, with the Center for Media Justice, shares about the importance of an open internet and how people can get involved.
Steven Renderos on Net Neutrality
November 15, 2017 01:21 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBSteven Renderos, Organizing Director for The Center for Media Justice, explains the changes to the FCC under the Trump administration.
11.12.17: Trump's FCC & Net Neutrality
November 14, 2017 19:36 - 40 minutes - 18.3 MBUnder the Trump administration, we’ve seen some devastating changes to laws that protect our families, our rights, and our resources. This week, we take a look at what these changes could mean for our internet and media. We join the Center for Media Justice (CMJ), a national organization that fights to protect the digital rights of poor people and people of color, to learn about the FCC under the Trump administration. We speak with Steven Renderos, the Organizing Director for CMJ, and Erin Sh...
11.5.17: Power Not Paranoia
November 11, 2017 01:05 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBGeneration Justice invites you into a discussion on the surveillance state, "Power not Paranoia." We’ll look at its history, it impacts on communities of color, and the steps necessary to empower our communities against it. Listen to Aaron Dixon, author of “My People Are Rising” and co-founder of the Seattle chapter of the Black Panther Party; Myaisha Hayes, the National Organizer on Criminal Justice & Technology at the Center for Media Justice; Paul Haidle, an attorney and Criminal Justice A...
10.29.17 : State of Resilience Stories
October 31, 2017 17:11 - 30 minutes - 13.7 MBThis week, we rejoin our "State of Resilience Campaign” to showcase the voices of New Mexicans who show resiliency in their homes, organizations, and communities. To share stories of loss, triumph and messages to policymakers, we have: Cathy McGill, Abbas Akhil, Dolores Roybal, Kena Hinojos, Abe Gordon, Dr. Satya Rao, Glenys Carl, Zane Stephens, Atilano Bernardo David(pictured), Ron Martinez, Dr. Glenabah Martinez, Warren Montoya, and Alexandria Contreras. As Aways, you can join us live eve...
10.22.17: State of Resilience with Lyla June Johnston
October 23, 2017 16:43 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBOn this special edition of Generation Justice we bring you the voice of Lyla June Johnston, a Dine artist, activist, and songwriter. Lyla sits with GJ to share about resilience in New Mexico and how her personal experiences as an indigenous woman have helped her build resilience. As always, you can catch us every Sunday at 7pm (MST) on 89.9 FM, or, stream us on KUNM.org This podcast also features original music from Lyla June Johnston and fellow New Mexican hip-hop artist, Wake Self!
10.15.17: The State of Resilience
October 16, 2017 17:32 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBNew Mexico’s history of colonization, genocide, and inequity are tied to today’s resistance, resilience, and liberation. So, this week, we feature stories from our newest campaign, The State of Resilience. Hear from people all over New Mexico who are working to build on resilience through their work and in the community. Guests include Dr. Glenabah Martinez, Donald Gallegos, Clarissa Duran, Michelle Melendez, Regis Pecos, Patsy Romero, Lupe Salazar, Rev. Charles Becknell, Sr., Amy Whitfield, ...
10.8.17: Welcome New Youth Producers!
October 09, 2017 17:25 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBThis week we introduce our newest cohort of youth producers and media justice organizers! We will learn about what inspires and motivates each of our new GJ youth members. They include Adiana Cordova, Liam Paul, Jackie Torres, Barbara Ramirez, Joshua Green, Mutazz Jaber, and Malek Jaber. As always, you can join us live at 7 pm (MST)every Sunday on 89.9 FM in Albuquerque, or, stream us live at KUNM.org!
9.24.17: Keeping Community Healthy & Safe
September 25, 2017 17:27 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBGeneration Justice looks at the Healthy Workforce Ordinance on this year’s municipal ballot in the city of Albuquerque. We join Ole’s, Organizers in the Land of Enchantment, Andrea Serrano and Mbaember David-Wuam. And we’ll hear from Marian Mendez of El Centro De Igualdad y Derechos about #DACA workshops and knowing your rights. We also welcome new youth producer, Joshua Green! Tune in live on KUNM 89.9 FM, or online at KUNM.org every Sunday at 7pm (MST).
9.17.17: New Mexico's Moral Resistance
September 20, 2017 01:06 - 44 minutes - 41 MBThis week on Generation Justice, we listen to the spoken word, personal stories, and prayers of the community leaders who spoke at the “Poor People's Campaign: A Call for Moral Revival” event in Albuquerque. Speakers include: Betsy Tsosie, Reverend Dr. Liz Theoharis, Samia Assed, Arturo Uribe, Todd Wynward, Monique Salhab, and Tina Cordova. Each bringing with them the experiences of issues affecting our communities. As always, you can stream us every Sunday night at 7pm (MST) at KUNM.org and ...
9.10.17: Honoring Immigrant & Refugee Stories
September 11, 2017 16:41 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBThe Trump administration announced plans to end the “Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals” program, otherwise known as DACA, a blow to thousands of families who sought after protection and opportunity in this country. So, we're honoring the stories of the immigrant and refugee families in New Mexico, families who, after fleeing war, refugee camps and economic hardship, have started new lives here in the Land of Enchantment. These stories were gathered in partnership with the City of Albuque...
9.3.17: Rev. Barber & The Moral Resistance
September 04, 2017 17:17 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBAs our country tries to rebuild after racism, hate, and disaster, Generation Justice invites you to stop and allow the words of the Reverend Dr. William Barber to ignite the passion we all need to fight injustice. The Reverend Barber gave this uplifting speech in Albuquerque while on the nationwide Poor People's Campaign: A Call for Moral Revival. This program also features a full-length live performance from Albuquerque's own, Eileen & The In-Betweens, singing their song, "We Ain't Givin' ...
Remembering Dick Gregory
August 25, 2017 18:44 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn August 2017, our country lost a true pioneer of social justice and civil rights, Dick Gregory. He was a comedian, a writer, and activist. Throughout his years as a fighter of racism and bigotry, Dick always kept people laughing and questioning. In memory of Mr. Gregory, Generation Justice would like to share his speech to the 24th Annual Black History Month Breakfast at the University of New Mexico in 2009. (Photo by: Elvert Barnes via Flickr) Rest in Power, Mr. Gregory.
8.20.17: Crypto-Journalism & Social Media Marxism
August 21, 2017 16:51 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBThis week on Generation Justice, we join two people who are using the power of the internet to empower their communities. First up, Matt Mitchell, founder of CryptoHarlem, hacker and data-journalist, explains the importance of encryption for journalists, activists and everyday people. Then, we join Phoenix Sinha, a Washington youth who has dedicated himself to the research and dissemination of Marxist theory online. Stream us live every Sunday at 7pm (MST) on KUNM.org!
Resistance Headlines: Episode 17
August 14, 2017 18:39 - 2 minutes - 1.96 MBWith all that is happening under the new administration, it is important to stay aware and vigilant, AND here at GJ we like to find every way to feel empowered... We know Resistance works. So, we bring you our newest segment, “The Resistance Headlines," a look at the actions from the past week.
8.13.17 - Families Fighting for Education
August 14, 2017 18:37 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBPublic school is back in session across New Mexico; however, many of our students are receiving a less than quality education, which is a violation of their constitutional rights. We join Dr. Diane Torres-Velasquez, President of the Latino Education Task Force and an associate professor at UNM, as she recaps the historic Martinez v. State of New Mexico lawsuit for public education.
7.30.17: Rebuilding Narratives for Empowerment
August 01, 2017 00:05 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBThis week our nation saw, yet again, the depths of hatred and racism that have marked the new administration. Generation Justice brings you the voices of people whose daily work seeks to undo the untrue and harmful narratives that surround us. Izzaddine Mustafa shares his experience as a trans, Palestinian man and his work advocating for Palestinians. Building Movement Project's Frances Kunreuther and Sean-Thomas Breitfeld discuss race in the non-profit world. And, Edward Tabet-Cubero of the ...
7.23.17 Decolonizing New Mexico Education
July 25, 2017 20:03 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBThis week, join Edward Tabet-Cubero and Regis Pecos, to discuss how generations of inadequate education may have violated the constitutional rights of New Mexican children. Tune in live on KUNM 89.9 FM, or online at KUNM.org, to learn more about their work. If you miss us on Sunday, our podcast is available Mondays on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to rate us on iTunes!
Resistance Headlines: Week 15
July 17, 2017 20:55 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBWith all that is happening under the new administration, it is important to stay aware and vigilant and here at GJ we like to find every way to feel empowered. We know Resistance works. So, we bring you, "The Resistance Headlines, " a look at the actions from the past week.
7.16.17: Protecting Medicaid & Net Neutrality
July 17, 2017 20:42 - 34 minutes - 79.4 MBSome of our greatest resources, like Medicaid and the Open Internet, are under attack. This week, Generation Justice spoke with people who are working to protect those resources for the future. We join New Mexico State Senator, Jerry Ortiz y Pino about the future of Medicaid for New Mexico. We also hear from Lucia Martinez, long-time GJ member and Digital Campaigner for Free Press, a national media justice organization. Lucia shared about the national day of action to #SaveTheNet. Enjoy and j...
7.9.17. : Trump-Era Journalism & Covering Movements
July 14, 2017 17:48 - 35 minutes - 80.8 MBThe press is under constant attack by the Trump administration and the role of the media is questioned regularly. In a time of "fake news" accusations, what can journalists do to protect our craft? This week on Generation Justice, we speak with Jenni Monet and Mari Blanca Robles Lopez, two journalists who take different approaches to their storytelling on movements in different parts of the world.
7.9.17: Journalism in 2017 & Covering Movements
July 14, 2017 17:48 - 35 minutes - 80.8 MBThe press is under constant attack by the Trump administration and the role of the media is questioned regularly. In a time of "fake news" accusations, what can journalists do to protect our craft? This week on Generation Justice, we speak with Jenni Monet and Mari Blanca Robles Lopez, two journalists who take different approaches to their storytelling on movements in different parts of the world.
Dr. Mazin Qumsiyeh
July 03, 2017 19:33 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBJoin us as we share audio from Dr. Mazin Qumsiyeh’s talk “From Palestine to New Mexico: Human Rights and Environmental Justice”, at Nahalot Shalom, which is a spiritual and cultural center for Jewish Renewal in the Southwest. Dr. Qumsiyeh is a Palestinian scientist, author, expert in conflict resolution, a professor at Bethlehem University and is the Director of the Palestine Museum of Natural History.
Resistance Headlines: Week 14
June 26, 2017 18:39 - 3 minutes - 2.88 MBWith all that is happening under the new administration… it’s important to stay aware and vigilant and here at Generation Justice we like to find every way to feel empowered...We know Resistance works. So, we bring you the Resistance Headlines, a look at various acts of resistance from the past week.
Reflections on Ramadan
June 26, 2017 18:31 - 23 minutes - 53.3 MBAs so many around the world are celebrating Eid, the end of the sacred month of Ramadan, Generation Justice spoke with community members about the importance of Ramadan. We join Seemi Merza and Sahibzada Muzaffar-uddin-Merza, as they share the stories of Ramadan and the significance of this month to our Muslim brothers and sisters.