It's MAY!!

April was a month filled with a lot of internal work here at BYLP. We did a lot of traveling and connecting with other communities. We spent 4 days in Lafayette, LA, eating and immersing ourselves in the culture. We'd like to thank our hosts, Philadelphia Christian Church, for their hospitality and love. We participated in Black Wall Street and found that the educational advocacy work we do here in California is needed in Lafayette, LA, Dallas, TX, and Atlanta, GA. So plans are in the works to visit and find out what we can do to serve black children in those places. It seems like Los Angeles has become our second home, as we also had the opportunity to attend the CASA LA ReImagine Gala and the Diverse Voices poetry event featuring our very own, Ms. Milissa. Here at home, our podcast team visited CBS 13. We had a chance to meet all the people who help run the station. From news anchor Brady to new producer Roland, there was never a dull moment. Special thanks to our incredible host and tour guide, Ms. Madisen Keavy!

Graduation season is upon us. We are a month and some change away from Celebration Weekend 2023! We are hoping our community leans in and supports our effort to give away more money in scholarships this year. Scholarship applications will open soon, so if you are looking for resources, make sure to apply. Connect with us and find out why we are indeed a Whole Mood!!
 
In Community,

#TeamBYLP