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San
Francisco State University journalism students immersed themselves
in the issue of environmental justice in the Bayview Hunters Point
during the fall 20o2 semester. Here are some of the people they
got to know through the course of their reporting.
Light Breaks Through
Selamawit Mekowen came to San Francisco from war-torn Eritrea
following her artistic spirit. She is using her art to create a
sense of community and to raise her awareness of environmental issues.
By Samantha Calamari.
Serving Purpose
Sasha Galloway-Gonce has been an activist since she was 14, but
it wasn't until she had her son that see gained a greater sense
of urgency in serving the community.By Milan Gagnon
Farm Girl At Heart
Jennifer Sramek was raised in a rural area, travelled in Africa,
and aims to share her experiences with youth in the Bayview Hunters
Point. By Reinalyn Ramos.
Long Journey North
Nathaniel Dew left the south to improve his lot. Finding a job
at the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard working on ships that may have
been contaminated with radioactive waste, he now believes it damaged
his health. By Liz Harrelson.
Heart of the Cause
Espanola Jackson for the last two decades has fought for one cause
after another. Lately she's been wielding political influence for
unexpected candidates including the new assessor, Mabel Teng. By Christine Yee.
In The Name of Pride
From Fulton Mitchell's perspective, sports is a major avenue out
of the despair that many young men in the Bayview Hunters Point
feel. He makes sure to give as many as he can a chance. By Avi Burk.
Mission in Africa
The Rev. Kenneth J. Sampson saw a great need in Ghana. Now his
church has created a missionary program that will helps feed, clothe
and heal some of the neediest in that country. By Minerva Perez.
More Than The Common Cold
Dr. Ahimsa Sumchai discovered a strange health pattern in her
neighborhood and found that it had more to do with pollution and
environmental health than it did individual health. By Stephanie Lim.
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