People's Parades create opportunities for neighbors to share stories, hopes, fears, and realities of life in visible and positive community participation and sharing of our many talents. Participation continues by sharing our talents, including a mural collective of artists, musicians and performers network, percussion and instrumental marching bands, workshops for teens and the greater DC youth network. Peace is possible when people open their hearts to each other to listen and learn from one another.
Young people are the most important voices to be heard and respected by adults.
Likewise, adults and especially elders have life experiences and perspectives that are valuable to our youth. A Space in the Place Odyssey is a journey for youth and all ages to forge friendships and promote the peace. Musicians, artists, poets, parents, historians, park and historical preservationists, environmentalists, union members, educators, mentors, puppet-makers, activists, media makers, neighborhoods and networks are welcome. There are wonderful youth programs around the city who are starting to work together. We are making our contributions visible to each other and nourishing our neighborhoods with positive energy.