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STOP THE VIOLENCE

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Gun violence has become the norm. We are losing our loved ones daily due to gun violence.  The youngest victim is a 1-year-old. The United States has the 11th highest rate of gun violence in the world and a gun homicide rate, which is 25 times higher than the average. Gun violence takes place in our homes. communities, schools, churches, malls, movie theaters, restaurant workplaces, and party venues. However, we know that it is preventable. Let’s work together to stop gun violence. I need you to survive.
In honor of Gun Violence Awareness Month and our commitment to end Gun Violence we are asking everyone to join us by creating & sharing this reel so we can let our youth know that we love them; we stand with them, and we need them to survive. Tag us @yoursorg in your reel, your message, and videos.

Y.O.U.R.S. HIP HOP HEALING SUMMIT LEGENDS VS LEGACY EDITION 10/22/22 AT 5PM

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On October 22,2022, Y.O.U.R.S held our Hip Hop Healing Summit Legend vs Legacy Edition at Street Corner Resources. Sister Iesha Sekou welcomed us back with open arms.

It was such an honor for our team at Y.O.U.R.S. to bring together individuals who are invested in saving our youth and improving our communities. Our panelists are not performing on our set. They are sharing real insight on what needs to happen to promote change…We salute them for taking the time to send positive messages and inspiring ideas on how hip hop legends should preserve their legacy by working together with new artists to end violence.
Our host Eric C. Sullivan is always on point and ensured that the audience know that we are talking about “Sumthinn Serious”  Our goal is to empower youth through communication, education & supportive services. Like sister Iesha Sekou states Speak Peace Forward. She recognizes that today’s youth need love & hugs now more than ever before. Al Pizarro we love what you said about having artists like Cardi B have legends like Grandmasters Podcast with Melle Mel and Grandmaster Caz headline at her shows. We also appreciate Łyrikgäng Thë Łäbël for letting us know that we have to stop blaming Drill music and what female artists need right now.#QueenLatifah. We love hearing from our founder and CEO Deacon Roland Smith about God & love. We appreciate Lazaris Thetopdon for letting us know that we need to fix the problems that we started. Natficial Fellowmen for reminding us that doesn’t have to be about divide and conquer. We also appreciate that Loaded Lux pulled up and reminded us to search within ourselves and acknowledged that there is and order and we need to get back in order.. Finally we want to thank our Street Team Leader and Youth Activist Antonio MoKowledge Carrington Bey for clarifying who is supposed to check in…
If you are interested in hearing more from our panelists, check our Instagram page yoursorg and click the link in our bio or check out the video on our website @yoursny.org.….
We @YOURS NY are breaking down barriers so that are youth can lead the way. If you want to help click the donate link on our website.. If you want to be a panelists on an upcoming summit. contact us.
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Y.O.U.R.S.TRI-STATE ANNUAL STOP THE VIOLENCE GOSPEL CONCERT 9/4/2022

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Be inspired as Gospel against guns comes to Harlem to prove that Love is our weapon. Join us at the Richard Rogers Ampitheater at Marcus Garvey Park 6316, Mt. Morris Park West, New York, NY,10027,1:00pm to 5:00pm. As a staple here in our beautiful city we must honor you by inviting you to take part in our effort to change the atmosphere from violence to heavenly kingdom harmony. Won’t you join us in the spirit of unity for our city? This is a free-will concert. We won’t disappoint you.  We have a showcase of some great gospel artists who will share their talented voices ……. We have community clergy sharing powerful messages of unity and ending violence in our communities. It’s a family affair and a community gathering. All we need is you.  

If you are interested in supporting us…  Click the link and email us….

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 Please see the video highlight below from last year concert, compliments of A1A Productions. Thank you Moknowledge. 

 

Y.O.U.R.S. HIP HOP HEALING SUMMIT ORGANIZATION EDITION 4/23/22

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On April 23, 2022, Y.O.U.R.S. held its quarterly Hip Hop Healing Summit at Street Corner Resources. Sister Iesha Sekou welcomed us back with open arms. The summit was hosted by yours truly,

something so serious Big Vegg. On the set were panelists that represented the community. We asked them to come together and share their voice and experiences in hopes of encouraging others to end in our communities.  Along with Sister Sekou, we spoke with another powerful leader in our community, Political candidate Shaniqua Charles who reminded us of using our power to promote the change that we want to see in our community. We also heard from Russell Cheek, Director of Government and Community Relations at Banana Kelly who spoke on parents setting examples for their children and educating them at home by teaching and sharing life experiences with them. Brother Ronald Savage spoke on how youth can empower themselves by pursuing business opportunities and taking control of their messaging. Artist Lux Vell shared his perspective on how challenging it is to change and the lure of the streets and the impact of today’s music. Mahagony B shared the importance of mental health and how mental illness impacts the culture of the black community…

 

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Y.O.U.R.S.TRI-STATE ANNUAL STOP THE VIOLENCE GOSPEL CONCERT 9/21/ 2021

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YOURS Tri-State Gospel Concert
On September 19, 2021, the Y.O.U.R.S. Tr-State Community Initiatives converged at Jackie Robinson Park along with Metro Plus Health Plus to host the Tri-state Gospel Concert. Y.O.U.R.S. Board Vice-Chair, Lady Moore-Sabb, hosted the concert with headliners such as Scott Troublefield & New Vision, Pierre. The Great One and the incomparable Jamila Outlar. Motivational speakers at the event were Y.O.U.R.S. C.E.O. & President, Deacon Roland L. Smith, Y.O.U.R.S. C.O.O., Basir Phillips, Evangelist, Mother Wise, Darrell Bennet, the voice of Hope, and Y.O.U.R.S. Board, Member, Eloyd Britt. Y.O.U.R.S. volunteers provided COVID-19 information campaign flyers to all attendees in hopes of encouraging them to make an informed decision about vaccinations. During the event, S.V.P. Karmita M-Randall was presented with a plaque recognizing her efforts to prevent violence in communities. Emerge, Founder, Max Meziten, provided music. D.J. Ultimate provided us with Sound & M.I.C systems. Moknowledge of A1A Productions provided videography. Paparazzi Jewelry was showcased at the event. Participants were given a bag of groceries compliments of N.Y. Common Pantry. Back-to-school supplies and 200 book bags from Metro Health Plus were distributed to participants. A special thanks to sponsors Latoya White and all the collaborators mentioned above.

 

 

 

 

 

Y.O.U.R.S. HIP HOP HEALING SUMMIT WOMENS EDITION

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Hip Hop Healing Summit Women’s Edition at Street Corner Resources
On December 4, 2021, Y.O.U.R.S. held our quarterly Hip Hop Healing Summit in collaboration with Street Corner Resources. a renowned community-based organization that combats violence in Harlem. The summit took place at Street Corner Resource and was hosted by Big Vegg. Panelists included Street Corner Resources C.E.O., Iesha Sekou, Royal C.E.O. Promoter & Public Relations, Mellissa Walker, Music & Film Producer, and Lashawn” Lulu “Lukes. The Women’s Edition focused on Hip Hop artists’ influence on youth and their communities. It also addresses the growing concerns about how music impacts consumers’ actions and behaviors. Suggestions from the panel are:
Artists need to promote positive images in videos and lyrics to prevent violence. Community members can hold artists financially accountable by not listening to and purchasing music that promotes violence in their songs, messages, and videos.
Please see the clip below compliments of Solomonguy

 

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