June Newsletter

MAYE Corps News

We've changed our organization's name.  
​We at Metro Atlanta Youth Energy Corps (MAYE Corps), formerly Atlanta Youth Energy Corps, have recently decided to change our organization's name. We are a place-based organization in DeKalb County and we know that inequity doesn't stop at the city limits of Atlanta. Neither do we. We want our organization's name to be true to the communities we're working with to make a more equitable Metro Atlanta.

Metro Atlanta Community News

Check out these events and resources for supporting our Metro Atlanta community. 

Supporting #BLM in Atlanta & Beyond
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The Atlanta Solidarity Fund is now accepting donations to support #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd Protesters in Atlanta. The fundraiser is for bail expenses for those arrested. Any surplus funds will go toward their legal defense, and to support arrestees at other protests.
Donate here. 

Your help is needed in other places, too. Check out this list of resources for petitions, contact information, organizations and causes to donate to, etc. We all have a part to play in combating systemic racism, so we encourage you to play yours today. 

Supporting Black Mental Health 
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Below are some resources and events dedicated to Black mental health. 

Black Virtual Therapist Network--online directory of licensed Black therapists who are certified telemental health services. 

THE UNAPOLOGETIC GUIDE TO BLACK MENTAL HEALTH--A CONVERSATION WITH DR. RHEEDA WALKER AND DR. M. DENISE LOVETT. Wednesday, June 10, 2020. 7:30 PM-9:00 PM, sponsored by Charis Books and More. 

SELF CARE FOR PEOPLE OF COLOR AFTER PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA

Summer Southeast Youth Chat & Chew  

Wednesday, June 10th at 5:30 PM.
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"The Keep That Same Energy (KTSE) Youth Initiative invites young people to learn, engage and lead a call to action for Just Energy for all. In the summer of 2020, KTSE is inviting young people from across the southeast to come together, break bread and talk about the inequities we are all seeing and experiencing as a result of COVID-19. During this summer virtual dinner series, we will report what we have seen, what action is needed and be inspired to create change we want to see. Join us for a virtual changemakers dinner party."
The first dinner will be Wednesday, June 10th. 
Register for one (or all) of the dinners today.

Sustainable Atlanta Roundtable: Repurposing Industry in the Face of COVID-19
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Friday, June 5 at 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM.
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This global pandemic has drastically changed our daily lives on all levels, including if and how we do business. Businesses and organizations are trying everything they can to stay operational, serve their communities and still be economically viable long-term. Join Southface on June 5 to hear local entrepreneurs and other organizations speak about how we can innovate to survive, today and what everyone can do to stay flexible, agile and relevant in this changing economy.

Register for the event here. 

Working for Justice, Equity and Civic Agency in Our Schools: A Conversation with Clint Smith
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. 
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"Issues of equity and education have long existed in our country and continue to manifest today. How can writing and the power of one's voice help us respond to these disparities? Join us for a conversation with writer and educator, Dr. Clint Smith, where we will hear his poetry and reflections on working for justice, equity, and civic agency in our schools.
Live captioning will be provided during this webinar, which takes place from 7–8pm ET/6–7pm CT/4–5pm PT. This is a live-only event and will not be available for on-demand viewing." 

Register for the event here. 

Environmental Voter Project Volunteer Training Webinar. 

Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 7:00 PM. 
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"Join the Environmental Voter Project for a volunteer training webinar! During the webinar, volunteers will be trained in texting and calling environmental voters using EVP’s unique messaging."

Check out the event here.