Thank You
We extend our deepest appreciation to St. John’s CME Church, Mr. Tharpe of Ballou Senior HS, and our anonymous interview participant for their contributions to this project. Their willingness to share personal experiences, historical insights, and perspectives on gentrification in Washington, D.C., particularly in the Barry Farm and Southeast Ward 8 communities greatly enriched our understanding. Their voices reflect a legacy of resilience, pride, and commitment to preserving the cultural and historical identity of their neighborhoods. We are sincerely grateful for their time, openness, partnership, and willingness to support this project, lend their voices, and care about this issue! None of this research would've happened without a voice from the community.
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Research
Our first step was to research the many topics crucial to the Barry Farms area such as history, culture, a activism
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Class Discussion
We engaged in discussions of different issues such as environmental racism, racism in healthcare, etc. guided by our Professor.
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Interviews
We then scheduled interviews with community leaders/members to hear their story.
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Creation
We added our work to this website to spread awareness of the issues of redevelopment and displacement.
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Give Back In Ways You Can
During the course of this semester and project, I organized a food drive for students and faculty at Frank W. Ballou Senior High School who have been directly affected by displacement and rising living costs. Further exhausted by the current governmental administration's threat to revoke SNAP benefits. I wasn't a part of an organization when I initially started, so you too can make a difference starting today! - Thulilani Chiura
Description of Photo: Student Thulilani Chiura giving food to Mr. Tharpe of Ballou. Two passionate people giving to those in need.
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