Call to Family, Community and Participation: We are social beings meant to live in community Everyone has the right and responsibility to take part in society and work for the common good.
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Rights and Responsibilities: People have basic rights, like food, shelter, education, and freedom. But with rights come responsibilities to respect others and help protect those rights for all.
N N E S O C I A L J U S T I C E F A I R
The Fontbonne Social Justice Program began in 1998 as a classroom-based capstone project. A decade later, in 2008, it evolved into a dynamic Social Justice Fair, giving students a platform to publicly present the work they had developed over the course of the year. The program’s curriculum was created and implemented by former Theology Chairperson Mary Baker, with the goal of helping students apply Catholic Social Teaching to real-world issues
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable: We are called to put the needs of the poor and most vulnerable first. A just society is one that cares for those who are struggling the most.
Dignity of Work and Workers’ Rights: Work is more than making money it's a way to use our gifts and contribute to society. Workers deserve fair pay, safe conditions, and respect.
As part of this senior-year course, students engage with theology both in the classroom and through independent research and experiential learning beyond school walls. Throughout the year, each student selects a specific social injustice to explore in depth They synthesize classroom instruction with their independent research to produce papers that serve as their midterm and final assessments. The program culminates in a capstone project in which students not only demonstrate their understanding but also propose and develop a concrete plan of action that addresses the injustice they’ve studied transforming knowledge into meaningful advocacy
Solidarity: We are one human family. We are called to stand with others in love and justice, especially in times of hardship.
Care for God’s Creation: We must protect the Earth, our common home Caring for the environment shows our respect for God’s creation and for future generations.
The Fontbonne Social Justice Program began in 1998 as a classroom-based capstone project. A decade later, in 2008, it evolved into a dynamic Social Justice Fair, giving students a platform to publicly present the work they had developed over the course of the year The program’s curriculum was created and implemented by former Theology Chairperson Mary Baker, with the goal of helping students apply Catholic Social Teaching to real-world issues. As part of this senior-year course, students engage with theology both in the classroom and through independent research and experiential learning beyond school walls Throughout the year, each student selects a specific social injustice to explore in depth. They synthesize classroom instruction with their independent research to produce papers that serve as their midterm and final assessments. The program culminates in a capstone project in which students not only demonstrate their understanding but also propose and develop a concrete plan of action that addresses the injustice they’ve studied transforming knowledge into meaningful advocacy.
D A Y O F T H E F A I R
At the Fair, you’ll experience the culmination of months of hard work and deep reflection, as students present their research on a wide range of social justice issues. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Catholic Social Teaching is the Catholic Church’s guide for how we should treat others and build a just society. It’s based on the life and teachings of Jesus and focuses on love, fairness, and dignity for every person. Below are the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching
Avery Davis
Catholic Social Teaching is the Catholic Church’s guide for how we should treat others and build a just society. It’s based on the life and teachings of Jesus and focuses on love, fairness, and dignity for every person Below are the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching...
�� Creative Art Displays – Students will use visual art, photography, and other creative media to raise awareness and inspire change
Life and Dignity of the Human Person: Every person is sacred and deserves respect Life is a gift, and everyone has equal worth, no matter their background, abilities, or situation.
Chiaki Sato Ndemi Otieno Reese Miller CEO
Life and Dignity of the Human Person: Every person is sacred and deserves respect. Life is a gift, and everyone has equal worth, no matter their background, abilities, or situation.
�� Slideshow & Multimedia Presentations – Each project includes thoughtful research, data, and personal reflection, presented through engaging visuals and storytelling.
�� Interactive Elements & Activities – Expect meaningful conversations and handson components that invite you to learn, reflect, and act alongside our students.
Call to Family, Community and Participation: We are social beings meant to live in community. Everyone has the right and responsibility to take part in society and work for the common good.
Call to Family, Community and Participation: We are social beings meant to live in community Everyone has the right and responsibility to take part in society and work for the common good.
�� Student-Led Advocacy – Seniors will share their proposed solutions and action plans, demonstrating how they are putting Catholic Social Teaching into real-world practice.
Rights and Responsibilities: People have basic rights, like food, shelter, education, and freedom. But with rights come responsibilities to respect others and help protect those rights for all.
Rights and Responsibilities: People have basic rights, like food, shelter, education, and freedom But with rights come responsibilities to respect
W H A T I S C A T H O L I C S O C I A L T E A C H I N G ?
Catholic Social Teaching is the Catholic Church’s guide for how we should treat others and build a just society. It’s based on the life and teachings of Jesus and focuses on love, fairness, and dignity for every person. Below are the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching
Life and Dignity of the Human Person: Every person is sacred and deserves respect. Life is a gift, and everyone has equal worth, no matter their background, abilities, or situation.
Call to Family, Community and Participation: We are social beings meant to live in community Everyone has the right and responsibility to take part in society and work for the common good.
Rights and Responsibilities: People have basic rights, like food, shelter, education, and freedom But with rights come responsibilities to respect others and help protect those rights for all.
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable: We are called to put the needs of the poor and most vulnerable first. A just society is one that cares for those who are struggling the most.
Dignity of Work and Workers’ Rights: Work is more than making money it's a way to use our gifts and contribute to society. Workers deserve fair pay, safe conditions, and respect.
Solidarity: We are one human family We are called to stand with others in love and justice, especially in times of hardship.
Care for God’s Creation: We must protect the Earth, our common home Caring for the environment shows our respect for God’s creation and for future generations.
LIBBY ANSELLO
FIRST LAST Title
Rape Culture in Media
Rape culture is the normalization of sexual violence and assault through pop culture and other forms of media. Rape culture includes victim blaming, objectification of women in TV and music, and cat-calling. This is an injustice because it dehumanizes victims of sexual assault, while simultaneously reassuring abusers.
YUNXIN BAI
The Injustice and Discrimination of Pregnant Women and Moms (Between China and America)
I have found that society is unfair to women, especially pregnant women and mothers. In the workplace, women always receive worse treatment than men, such as fewer job opportunities and lower salaries. In many cases, women do not receive corresponding welfare benefits, such as maternity leave. Many public facilities are also designed using male data. This is very unfair to women. I want to find a way for women to be treated better.
AMIA BARROW-JORDAN
The Mistreatment of African American Dancers
I am passionate about this topic because I have been apart of the dance community for many years and there has been times when me or others that I care about have been denied opportunities due to the color of our skin. People overlook talent and ability and jump into skin color. I want to educate people that regardless of you skin color talent is talent and everyone should be given equal opportunities to further expand their abilities.
EMILY BARRY
The Normalization of Mass Shootings in Schools
My project looks at how mass shootings in schools have become so common that many people do not react strongly anymore. It hopes to raise awareness and encourage action to prevent these tragedies from continuing. I chose this topic because I find this situation very disheartening and disturbing.
MAGGIE BEDARD Mental Health in Athletes
I am passionate about spreading awareness about mental health among athletes as someone who has experienced these struggles and seen others go through similar difficulties. I want to help stop the stigma around this topic and share with others ways to reach out for support.
JULIA BERGANCIA
Extiniction of Languages as a Tool of Cultural Oppression
With the rise of English as the global lingua franca (a common language used to facilitate communication among people of different linguistic backgrounds), English is becoming known as a sign of wealth and status, threatening the vitality of other languages. Non-native English speakers often feel the need to sacrifice their languages in favor of learning English as a gateway to better education and job opportunities; native English speakers often feel a sense of superiority to non-native English speakers, allowing for prejudice and discrimination. This project highlights the dangers of losing languages and the cultures to which they are intrinsicially tied, risking a monolithic society in which only one group is allowed to control the narrative.
BRIDGET BOWSER
Wealth Inequality Throughout the US
I want to educate people on what the wealth gap exactly is and the effects it has on the majority of us today. It’s important to understand the impact the wealth gap has on many other social justice issues.
ALLISON BRODNEY-MCDEVITT
Plastic Pollution in the Ocean and Its Effect on Sea Animals
I am passionate about this topic because I have always been around the ocean and loved all of the sea creatures. I have always been aware of the plastic pollution in the ocean and how it is affecting the sea aninmls and killing them.
ANGA CHEN
What is it like to be a woman in Afghanistan nowadays?
I want people in my community to know that in Afghanistan, many women are suffering from civil rights violations, such as not being able to go to school, not being able to work, and not being able to meet basic needs.
MARIN COLEMAN
The One Child Policy: How One Program Changed Millions of Lives
The One Child Policy was enacted by the Chinese Communist Party, and lasted from September 1980 to October 2016. It aimed to curb the country’s rising population by only allowing one child per household under most circumstances. This is an injustice because doing so prevented over 400 million births, placed thousands of others in adoption systems, and resulted in lasting generational trauma.
JASMINE CUECO
Underfunding of Art Education in U.S. High Schools
Despite 88% of Americans agreeing that art is an essential part of a well rounded education, 55% of U.S. school districts have cut or decreased funding to art programs. This prevents many students all over the country from experiencing art, especially impacting those who live in lower income communities.
OLIVIA DAMAS
Digital Human Trafficking and Abuse
Over the past few decades, there has been a rise in digital human trafficking and abuse. In this project, the impact of this abuse will be explored.
KATE DOLSON Cartel Violence in Mexico
Mexican cartels deal with each other in very brutal ways. This effects the innocent people around them. Execution videos they make get posted online which can lead to kids being exposed and change how they feel. This stuff is most likely happening right now.
BRIDGET DOWNEY
The Discrimination of Neurodivergent Students in Catholic Schools
Neurodivergent students are discriminated against in Catholic schools. Because of a lack of financial and personnel resources, Catholic schools are unable to provide resources for students in need. This prohibits neurodivergent people from becoming part of Catholic school communities and is contrary to Catholic social teachings.
HANNAH DUNCAN
Lack of Inclusion/Equity in Clinical Trials
My social justice project looks into the causes and effects of the underrepresentation of women and people of color in clinical research. This lack of inclusion and equity has created disparities in drug effectiveness and safety and has driven a further wedge between the healthcare system and communities in the U.S.
ELLA EFETURK Childhood Obesity
I am passionate about how obesity contributes to health issues and how children in poverty often are a part of families that cannot afford healthy food. Obesity has been on the rise in America especially in children and can severely affect their mental development, and physical and emotional health. I believe that all families and children deserve access to healthy food and balanced meals regardless of their economic status.
NATALIE ESTRELLA
The Impact of Poverty on Orphanages in the Dominican Republic
Hogar de Niñas Hijas de la Altagracia is an orphanage in the Dominican Republic that takes care of girls who have been abandoned or are living in poverty. It gives them a safe home, education, and helps them grow into strong, independent women. The poverty in the DR impacts orphanages which is an injustice because every child deserves love, safety, and support, but many of these girls are forgotten by society.
MICHAELA FAY
Equal Opportunity Education and Mental Health
Geographic location and income predict the quality of a childs education. In this project, one will learn about how inequity contributes to disproportionate resources and a subsequent rise in mental health struggles among youth.
YIQI FENG
The Rising Sucide Rate in Japan
My social justice project explores the rise in suicide rates in Japan, focusing on the social, cultural, and economic factors contributing to this crisis. It highlights the pressure of work culture, stigma around mental health, and the lack of mental health support.
EMMA FERGUSON
The Abuse of Household Pets in Corporate Pet Stores
There are thousands of breeding mills operating in the US alone. In this project, I will spread awareness about the poor conditions of these mills and help people avoid pet stores that support them.
ISABELLA FERNALD
Lack of Funding in Brockton Public Schools
For social justice I am doing a slide show presentation on the injustice of the lack of funding in the Brockton Public Schools. In this slide show you will be able to learn how this is an injustice.
JOY GANTT
Lack of Access to Mental Health Treatment for Children in Boston
The lack of resources for children with mental health challenges is an important injustice to speak about because we are living in a mental health crisis and we need more resources to help children get that treatment that they need. Stigma causes children to not want to speak up about how they are feeling; limiting access to treatment.
RAINESI GONZALES SOTO
Struggle of Self Identification for Afro Latinas
I want to bring awareness to the discmrination, racism, colorsim, and exclusion of Afro-Latinos within the communtiy itself and beyond it. These factors lead to an “identity crisis” and difficulty of Afro-Latinos accepting and embracing their Black heritage.
COLLEEN HACHEY
Inequitable Access to Effective Reading Instruction for Students with Dyslexia (MA Public Schools)
My social justice project focuses on the inadequacies of the reading instruction that is often provided to students with dyslexia in Massachusetts public schools. While research has proven that the most effective instruction involves a systematic instruction of phonics skills, many students who are struggling with reading are not receiving this type of instruction. My project has involved learning about the current legislation surrounding this issue and how it can be improved upon.
CAMILLE HENRY
The Impact of Alcoholism Stigma on Families
Alcoholism has a profound stigma in today’s society. In this project, the impact of alcoholism on the wellbeing of family members will be discussed.
MAIREAD HERAGHTY Animal Abuse in Makeup Testing Facilities
Despite the progress in cruelty-free beauty products and brands, harmful animal testing continues to be prevalent in the cosmetic industry, subjecting innocent animals to painful and cruel procedures. By continuing to promote cruelty-free alternatives and supporting policies that protect animals, as a community we can work to create a world where no animals suffer for our benefit or for the sake of beauty products.
ALIYAH HERALDO
Inflation within Small Communities
Growing up in Dorchester, Massachussetts, I have experienced how inflation can impact familes like mine in a negative way. I want to express and spread awareness on how deeply inflation can impact almost everything within one’s life, like diet, social life, financial stress, etc.
MARIN HERLIHY
Abuse in the Child Acting Industry
I chose my topic becuase I have always been extremely interested in the history of Hollywood, and grew up watching many of the child actors who have come forward about the abuse they have experienced in recent years.
DELIA HIGGINS
Teen Mental Health: The Effects of Social Media
I am passionate about my topic because I know myself and many of my peers have struggled with their mental health. One thing that makes this struggle worse is social media. The injustice is cyberbullying which can lead to self-harm, suicide, low self-esteem, etc.
PIPER HOLT Representation of Women in Film
I want to highlight the way women in film (as characters and behind the scenes) are represented in harmful or inaccurate ways. I hope to help others learn how to recognize misogyny or ignorance in film and how they can support female screenwriters, directors, and actresses.
GILLIAN JOLLEY
Lack of Support for Our US
Veterans
I want to raise awareness about the intense struggles U.S. veterans face every day. Many are suffering at alarming rates, yet their pain often goes unnoticed. My goal is to bring this issue to the forefront and encourage people to recognize the sacrifices veterans have made — and explore how we, as a society, can better support and care for those who’ve risked their lives for our freedom.
KENDALL JOSEPHS
Global Inequity in Central America/ School the World
For my project, I will be talking about poverty in Central America and around the world, along with some of the sub-factors affected by it, such as violence against women, sexism, drug trafficking, greed, and more. I’ll also share my personal experience from a mission trip to Panama and how it inspired me to research poverty both in Central America and globally.
KATHLEEN KELLEY Homelessness in Boston
I want to cover the abuse and neglect of the homeless in Boston because I have witnessed first hand while in Boston how it affects people. People with more fortunate lives quickly judge the homeless without realizing that it is more complicated than being lazy.
MERVEILLE KENGNE FEUSSA
Combating for Identification among Multilingual Speakers
Linguistic discrimination is an unfair issue that affects many people, such as those who speak a different language from the dominant one or the country they live in or those who cannot speak English fluently. Different verbal forms are deflected, with the assumptions that they are less than individuals.
BRIDGET KINEAVY
Substance Abuse within the Homeless Community Nationwide
I am passionate about this topic because I have people close to me who struggle with substance abuse and I have seen first hand how hard it is to deal with. I decided on narrowing in on the homeless community since they are such a marginalized group with such a large stigma surrounding them. There are many incorrect biases about the homeless community and my hopes in doing this project is to really understand and spread awareness on the truth surrounding substance abuse within these homeless communities.
MARIANNA KOUTOUNIDIS
The Effects of Bullying on the Basis of Appearance in Children
My social justice project explores the harmful effects of bullying based on physical appearance in children, highlighting the emotional, psychological, and social consequences they face. By raising awareness and promoting empathy, the project aims to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all children.
JESSICA LAFLAMME
The Suicide Epidemic in America
This is important because suicide rates in America are increasing at an alarming rate compared to other countries. The United States has an increased mental health burden and an intense grind culture which contributes to increasing rates.
ANNA LALICATA
The Impact of Food Insecurity on Children and Families in Massachusetts
My social juctice project explores the effect of food insecurity on children and familes in the state of Massachusetts.Those who are experiening are effected physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. My project highlights the alarming statitics such as 1 in 3 people in Massachusetts are expericing food insecurity and how we are called to help those who are facing this injustice.
SUSAN LEUCHTE
Lack of Awareness for Food Allergies in Schools
As the rate of food allergies in children is consistently increasing, the plight of children with food allergies in schools is becoming an emerging issue of social justice that impacts all facets of life for children with food allergies.
An overwhelming lack of understanding, education, policy, and enforcement of food allergy awareness in the school setting creates an extremely dangerous and isolating environment that negatively impacts the physical, social, mental, and emotional health of children with food allergies. In this project, I am striving to promote more education and awareness about food allergies in schools for both students and faculty so that schools, including Fontbonne, can become more inclusive, welcoming, and most importantly safe places for all students.
SUMMER LEWIS
Lack of Mental Health Resources for Elementary Schoolers
The lack of resources for children with mental health challenges is an important injustice to speak about because we are living in a mental health crisis and we need more resources to help children get that treatment that they need. Stigma causes children to not want to speak up about how they are feeling; limiting access to treatment.
SAIDHBHIN LINEHAN
The Stigma and Lack of Resources for Teens with Social Anxiety Disorder
Teens often feel like they get less help than they actually need and social anxiety often makes people feel like their feelings don’t matter. In this presentation, I want to share my experiences and help others who feel the same. I will also share my action plan so that people can find articles, websites, and videos to learn more about it.
WANQI LIU
Preferring Sons over Daughters: The Impact of GenderSelective Abortion on Global Population Structure
Gender-selective abortion around the world, driven by the preference for sons, has caused a severe imbalance in the sex ratio and led to structural changes in society, including marriage crises and the devaluation of women. Every human being deserves equal treatment, and no one’s right to live should be decided by their gender. Genderselective is a grave injustice that denies countless girls the chance to be born simply because they are not “boys.”
ANNAELLE LOUIS
Mistreatment of Nurses in Medical Field
I want to call to attention the mistreatment Black female nurses go through while in the healthcare institution whether it be by peers, patients, or system itself.
SOPHIA LUCIEN
Media’s Impact on Teen Mental Health
Since the normalization of social media, feelings of selfworth has plummeted. Since 2009 persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness as increased by 40% as of 2019. As social media use increases in teens, their exposure to different media increases. Ensuring that positive media is available is important because, despite social media’s negative effects, positive media can increase self-esteem for people of marginalized groups, reduce stereotypes of underrepresented groups, and validate and support the youth.
ANGIE MCGRATH
Mistreatment of Foster Youth in Boston
Foster youth are often mistreated and abused. In this project, I will examine the impact of this mistreatment in the city of Boston.
OLIVIA MCGRATH
Housing for Veterans with PTSD in Massachusetts
There are a lack of resources for veterans with PTSD in Massachusetts. As a result of serving our country, veterans can leave war with PTSD. As a society, we are unequipped to deal with the many challenges that accompany PTSD diagnoses particularly in regard to housing.
CAITLIN MELLOR
The Effect that Domestic Violence has on Children
I want to bring awareness to children who experience domestic violence because it is so common. I want to give comfort to the survivors and prevent children from experiencing abuse in the future.
APRYL MICHAELS
Abuse of Children in the Foster Care System: Physical, Sexual, Financial, and Emotional
In this presentation, I will share my personal experience, research, and statistics pertaining to foster care and the abuse that can and does occur. I will also share my action plan to spread awareness and help encourage donations to those in need.
AVA MILLIGAN
Men’s Mental Health
My topic is Men’s Mental Health. There are so many incorrect stigmas when it comes to this topic such as getting help makes you weaker. Because of society’s decades long view of men having to be masculine and essentially emotionless when it comes to internal issues, they have a much more difficult time speaking up. Mental illness also manifests much differently in men and the methods they use to cope with these issues are often more severe or even lethal.
SOPHIE MINIHANE
Human Trafficking: Its Causes and Effects
I am passionate about this topic because it is a topic that is not discussed enough and many people are being human trafficked and have trouble returning to a normal life after. Many of these people are women and children which I think needs to be talked about more.
ISABELLA MURRAY
Teen Substance Abuse
I am passionate about this topic because substance abuse is something that I have seen my whole life. Living in Boston helped me realize that Boston has a rising issue of drugs and alcohol. I want people (especially those who don’t live in Boston) to be aware of this issue and make a change. I want people to educate teenagers on the topic of drugs.
JADA NJOROGE
Missing White Woman Syndrome(MWWS):Underminding of Black Women as Victims of Crime
I want to bring awareness to “Missing White Woman Syndrome”. MWWS refers to White women who are victims of crime recieving exeedingly more media coverage than Black women who are victims of crime. This is due in part to how Black women are portrayed in the media in comparison to White women.
MANDY PHAN
Media’s Impact on Environmental Degradation and Overconsumption
My topic explores the media’s impact on environmental degradation and overconsumption where it will be presented by a board game. I want to spread awareness about the negative consequences of overconsumption that has been influenced and normalized by the media.
VIVIAN POWERS
The Effect of Social Media on Eating Disorders in Teenage Girls
A human brain does not fully develop until the age of 25. Knowing this, teenagers are known to be very impressionable and easily persuaded to certain ideologies. When we take into consideration the amount of opinions and false information on social media and other sources, today’s teenagers are under the influence of countless stereotypes and ideologies. Although it affects everyone, teenage girls happen to be under constant pressure to fulfill and exceed these expectations. The effect that social media has on eating disorders for teenage girls has become overwhelming and tragic in today’s society. This issue is such a pressing concern because of the long term physical and mental health of the upcoming generations.
TAHIYLA RAYMOND
The Stigmatization of Public Housing in America
This project examines the stigmatization faced by recipients of federal housing aid in the United States, as residents have been unfairly stereotyped as lazy and unambitious criminals since the inception of the public housing program. These negative biases not only harm those currently living in affordable housing, but also discourages potential residents who could benefit from these communities. This project aims to raise awareness of these harmful stereotypes and promote a more positive and accurate understanding of public housing.
TASHLEEN RAYMOND
Racial Bias and the Mistreatment of Black Women in the U.S.Healthcare System
This project explores how racial bias contributes to the mistreatment of Black women in the U.S. healthcare system, manifesting in higher mortality rates from childbirth, chronic illness, and disease. These disparities are rooted in racist beliefs and attitudes, which continue to influence the treatment provided by healthcare professionals and physicians today.
ISABELLA RWAKABUBA
Homelessness In and Around Boston
Homelessness remains a prevalent issue in the city of Boston. In this project, homelessness causes and solutions will be explored.
BRIDGET RYAN
The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis
Indigenous Women are going missing and being murdered at a very high rate and nodody is speaking up or doing anything about it. The women and girls missing cases are being dismissed and ignorned and is a very big issue.
HANNAH SMEATON
Human Causes and Effects of Pollution in the Ocean
My social justice topic focuses on human causes and effects of ocean pollution. Since ocean pollution has become a major issue over the years, we are being affected by it. However, we are the problem as well.
HANNAH TURNER
Abuse within the U.S. Gymnastics Community
The United States Gymnastics community has a history of abuse and coverup that extends back generations. In this project, this culture will be examined and explored.
LOVENSLY VICTORIN
Gentrification
Gentrification is a process where wealthier individuals move into lower income neighborhoods. This leads the displacement of long term residents. I would like to bring awareness to the issue of affordability and cultural erasement focusing on black and brown neighborhoods.
ILARIA VISCARIELLO
The Role Social Media Plays in Teenage Relationship Abuse
My topic is abuse in teenage relationships and the effect social media has on the relationship. I am passionate about this topic because it deeply impacts the emotional and mental well being of young adults, which is something that is not talked about enough. Teenagers often lack the experience or resources to recognize unhealthy relationship behaviors, so I want to make it my goal to change that. Abuse can be seen in my ways and in many forms which is why I want to raise awareness of this issue and shine light on the problem. I hope to create a presentation that explains the use of social media and the negative attitude it can bring to a relationship if not used right. My topic mainly focuses on the younger generation in hopes that in the future it is talked about more.
CHARLENE VU
Deportation of Asian American Refugees
Asian American Refugees continue to be deported and marginalized. In this project, the history and present day impact of this injustice will be examined.
ABIGAIL WHYTE
The Impact of School Shootings
I am passionate about this first topic because gun violence is a daily occurrence in the United States and it is the result of many lives lost. This has an impact on families because they have to deal with a grief and loss of losing a loved one.
CAROLINE WOSNY
Womens’ Civil Rights in Afghanistan
My topic talks about Womens Civil Rights in Afghanistan. After the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, women have suffered dire consequences. Their rights have been taken away and their dignity is being stomped on.
ZHAOHAN ZENG
A Global Research of the Relationship between Social Exclusion and LGBTQ Youth Suicide
I’m spreading awareness of Asian American LGBTQ Mental Health. This includes introducing basic concepts that people might misunderstand and other social issues that the community faces and the reasons behind high suicide rates.