African American culture and history celebrated at CNM summit
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The African American Youth Empowerment Summit (AAYES), hosted at CNM's College and Career High School, celebrated African American culture and history on Saturday. It was also a chance for dozens of high school students to network.
No matter what their background, all APS students were welcome to the celebration. The goal of the event was to help students foster a sense of community that they can lean on and learn from.
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'Today, I hope that the students take away and learn that everybody is accepted, everybody has the right to speak, everyone has great ideas, and I hope that everybody takes away that they are important, and if they want to do what they want to do in the future, then to go for it,' says student Jeremiah Mabane.
Several students showcased their own presentations in front of the crowd. Organizers hope participants will gain a new understanding and appreciation for African American heritage.
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