The Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee commemorates the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, the Selma to Montgomery March and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Now in its’ second season, Fusion Talk Show covers topics such as money management, life after high school and college, resume review, job hunting, fashion in the professional world, respecting oneself and civil rights. Youth hosts Jasmine Akakpo and Somalia Ra-min along with their guest panel of mentors, professionals and young adults have conversations with teens and pre-teens.
Recently, the Fusion Team joined visionaries such as Representative John Lewis and Naomi King, Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.’s sister-in-law, in Selma, AL to commemorate the 51st Anniversary of the Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee. While taking part in this historic weekend, Fusion was able to talk with contributors about their involvement in the movement, including:
Catrena Norris Carter, The Bridge Crossing Jubilee National Project Coordinator
AJ Calloway, original host of 106 & Park
Rahiel Tesfamariam, Urban Cusp Founder
Fusion also hosted a premiere screening of their third episode from Season 2 “Know Your Rights” and forum with guests: Jerria Martin, Selma 2016 Mayoral Candidate and Lydia Chatmon, Selma City Council President 2016 Candidate. For both Somalia and Jasmine, being a part of Fusion has been a journey, one about encouraging and empowering fellow youth. Their time in Selma was an unforgettable experience.
“Being in Selma, surrounded by so much history, was an emotional experience. Just knowing I was walking where many great freedom fighters had been and realizing it was all just so I could stand where I am today, I’m grateful,” ~co-host Somalia.
“Hosting our ‘Know Your Rights’ Episode, talking to Jerria and Lydia, both young women who are passionate about the advancement of Selma and empowering those around them, and joining the Bridge Crossing, I was in awe. It was inspiring,” ~ co-host Jasmine.
Fusion’s “Know Your Rights” episode airs on Comcast Channel 24 in Atlanta or online at PeopleTV with the remainder of Season 2 airing every other Wednesday. As seen on PeopleTV and available on kweliTV, Season 1 includes matters such as everyday life for youth, bullying, sexual reality, positive uses for social media, family unity, and healthy living. For more information about Fusion Talk Show, visit FusionTalkShow.com.
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