All Things Black in El Paso
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El Paso area high school students can peek behind the scenes of the FBI during their next Teen Academy.
Hosted by the El Paso Field Office, the Teen Academy, the event is open to all 10th-12th grade students enrolled in accredited high schools, whether public, private, or homeschooled.
The program runs from June 12-16, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. to Noon daily.
The purpose of the FBI Teen Academy is to provide a greater understanding of the mission of the FBI and its role in serving the citizens, community, and nation as a whole Participants will learn about various investigative tactics, including how evidence is gathered at crime scenes, interviewing witnesses, discover how FBI SWAT executes arrests; learn about terrorism, civil rights, crimes against children, and cyber programs; as well as job opportunities and requirements. Providing students with a distinctive look into the inner workings of the FBI, they will learn Special Agents, Intelligence Analysts, Language Specialists, and Professional Staff.
Regardless of their background, the application process is open to all students. Students are evaluated based on school activities, community involvement, and a supporting essay.
The listed items are not the exclusive basis for determining a seat in the class.
The application, release form, and essay must be submitted by 5 p.m. on May 19, 2023, to the Field Office email, fbi_ep_outreach@fbi.gov.
This event is a unique opportunity for high school students in El Paso to learn about the mission of the FBI and its methods and opportunities. Houston to learn about the FBI’s mission, methods, and opportunities.
Only complete applications sent by the deadline can be accepted.
The application and more information are available here: https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/elpaso/community-outreach
Co-occurring disorder, resources for someone who suffers from mental health disturbances, how someone can detect if they are having mental health impairments, coping skills that will aim to manage mental health conditions, and relationships.
Tune in Monday, May 1st, at Noon, for the next episode of Real Talk with Marcus McCoy, as he speaks with Mental Health Advocate, Matthew Christopher Henderson, as he shares information about main disorders with African American adolescents in the school districts; and adults; evidence based interventions that will assist with managing mental health conditions, and more.
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Join us for our quarterly Black Community Leaders Roundtable with the FBI. Attendees are given information to share with members of their communities. This month the topic is Crimes Against Children and Sextortion. Find out how you can assist with keeping our youth safe. If you are a part of an organization, church, or just a community member who would like to attend, please sign up. Seating is limited. Location is given to attendees after signing up. For more information, email monica@blackelpasovoice.com.
This month on the show: FBI El Paso is positioned to Strengthen the Bridges between Law Enforcement and the Community. Supervisory Special Agent Nichole Adams discusses how and why local, regional, national, and international safety and security are critically important in our communities. Situational awareness about crimes that exist is best explained by those who have answered the call to protect citizens and our nation throughout the world. It takes the community as a whole. The Black Roundtable and FBI El Paso invite community leaders and others to the quarterly Black Community Leaders Roundtable to discuss issues that affect our safety as well as employment opportunities and developing trust. Tune in. The next quarterly meeting is April 25th. Visit TheBlackRoundtable.com for more information.
We are seeking US Military Veteran Business Owners to feature for an upcoming special.
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There is still time to submit your business, church, or organization listing for the relaunch of Black El Paso Voice, May 1st. In the meantime, stay connected on social media @blackelpasovoice.
The Annual Black History Month Parade and Festival takes places Saturday, February 25th beginning at 10 A.M.
For more information, call the Inter Club Council at 915.861.0065.
