SPEAK
What type of research that SPEAK is planning to conduct
Youth Participatory Action Research or Action Research
SPEAK is a program under
The Samoan Community Development Center, managed by the Pasifika Urban Roots Collaborative
Where in the US has the largest number of Pacific Islanders
Hawaii
SPEAK stands for
Sustaining Pasifika Engagement Advocacy Knowledge
How did SPEAK come to be?
Based off the Kapesa Fetu'u Community Assessment
Name Two places you will be visiting in Hawa'ii in (relation to your project!)
Ka Wai Hona Public Charter School
808 Clean Ups
Hawaii Coalition for Immigrant Rights
We are Oceania
Pan Pacific Association
meeting with Jamaica Osorio
Name One Objective of the SPEAK internship Program
One of the following:
Engage in a variety of community programs, activities, and events.
Increase awareness and access to services for Pacific Islanders in San Francisco.
Build skills in leadership development, community building, conducting research, advocacy, and public speaking.
Develop culturally relevant and community-responsive strategies to address an issue that Pacific Islanders face in San Francisco.
What is the Goal of SPEAK
Its goal is to strengthen career and leadership development among Pasifika young adults in San Francisco.
What does Cultural Humility mean?
Cultural humility involves reflecting on and critiquing oneself, recognizing how one's own background and the backgrounds of others influence different areas of life, like teaching, learning, research, and engagement.
What is SPEAK current research topic
Economic Justice (Environmental Justice), specifically pollution
What is an example of economic injustice in relation to environmental justice
1. Disproportionate exposure to pollution
2. Community involvement in decision-making processes related to economic and environmental issues
3. Other forms mentioned are open for points
Why is cultural humility important?
helps us develop a deeper understanding of cultural differences and promotes empathy, respect, and open-mindedness in interactions with others.
What does economic injustice mean?
Economic injustice refers to situations where individuals face unfair or unequal economic conditions, often due to factors such as income inequality, wage gaps, and discrimination
What is SPEAK's research question
What should you be doing to stay when visiting and meeting agencies/programs?
1. Active Listening
2. Taking Notes
3. Asking Questions
4. Be Respectful