Voices Seldom Heard — Ashley Nelson, 19 year-old resident of New Orleans, wrote her first book, The Combination, at the age of 18. A resident of the 6th Ward, Ashley’s neighborhood stands nearly deserted in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Join Ashley in a conversation about the responsibilities of a nation to its people and people to each other. Learn more about The Neighborhood Story Project.

Nick’s Main Street Market — When the town of Truman, Minnesota was in danger of losing its last grocery store, 18 year-old Nick Graham stepped in, bought the business and set up shop. Believing that any community needs a thriving business environment to succeed, Nick’s work ethic and Midwest values have kept the Main Street Grocery store on the map in Truman, Minnesota.

Visit http://www.sba.gov/ to learn more about owning your own business (U.S. Small Business Administration).

Children’s Bilingual Theater of Marietta, Georgia — Dedicated to bringing a diverse theater experience to everyone, 14 year-old Jordan Schwartz started her own theater company. By combining elements of both Spanish and English language, the Children’s Bilingual Theater helps bring the two communities closer together.

For more history and current news about the Theater: http://www.childrensbilingualtheater.org

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