The key terminology in this question is unity. As minorities both nationalities are categorized the same. We are as (Webster defines) a part of a population differing from others in some characteristics and often subjected to differential treatment. Minorities are also known to be the smaller in number of two groups constituting a whole. African Americans and Hispanics as a whole should work together in addressing issues that surround the two cultures on a daily basis because if the two groups do not accept the fact that there is strength in numbers we will always be posses the title of being minute entities running the never ending battle of acceptance and respect in this life time. Our cultures have shared similar hardships and struggles for our rights and ultimately we can relate to the asperity this life presents. As a unit we can grow to appreciate first our differences and our similarities and work on the evolution of a new future for generations to follow. Accepting this now gives us the opportunity to create new traditions and legacies amongst ourselves. As a unit we would have a better chance as one unified voice to create opportunities for both of our thriving cultures success. Being in an interracial relationship with a Hispanic I have learned that although the cultures are different in many ways, we still have one thing in common, our barriers of entry into society. Barriers ranging from professional promotions, political enhancement, educational funding, etc. We also deal with the task of continously correcting stereotypes which have negatively branded in our race. The African American and Hispanic cultures are now two of the fastest growing ethnicities in the nation. The 2005 Census Bureau stated that the nations minority population totaled 98 million which is roughly about 33% of the country’s entire population. My parents are immigrants form Haiti and vowed that they would, one day, come to the United States and give their children the chance to have a promising future. They ingrained in my siblings and I that the best way to fight for what you believe in is to fight with your ardor and intelligence. When I was fourteen, my parents and I protested in a public demonstration, which allowed the community to come together and outwardly take a stance for the improvement and equality in the Haitian democracy. The experience was amazing and inspiring. As a unified voice, we marched and sang for days for the progression of Haiti. My country’s independence movement allowed freedom from oppression and it was then that I witnessed how a unified voice within a community can make a radical difference. I had the privillege at an early age to witness the impact of a group of individuals defending themselves in harmony, and that is what we should work towards for generations to follow, because I believe if we stand firm on the motto, "United we stand divided we fall," we will be impenetrable.
Question #2:
Supplying the needs?
It is imperative to continue to supply the funding needed to educate our young people because most of the time the funding is just not possible. Most families are immigrants to the country working to support large families on little to no income. I believe that any investment towards a youth that is willing to take the jouney of attaining a higher degree is beneficial. These are the individuals who then deposit life back into underprivileged communities. We have to invest in our future and if providing finacial needs is the key then as a community we should reach out to organizations, business owners, expecting parents, and the school board for help. It is rare in this day and age to see a young person whether African Americann or Hispanic aspire to be something other than what their environment predestined them to be so if it takes launching a community fuundraiser to allow them the opportunity, then so be it. It would be a crime to miss out on that one individual because that one could have made the difference. Eventually these recipients will grow to be the visual representation and testiment needed to influence others who were raised with nothing to fight for an education and not worry about the financing. These graduates will be then be in your shoes extending the hand to those that deserve it. It is a duty to try to fund and support the needs of young minorities trying to make a difference. We have to continue investing in the faces of tomorrow(our youth).
The key terminology in this question is unity. As minorities both nationalities are categorized the same. We are as (Webster defines) a part of a population differing from others in some characteristics and often subjected to differential treatment. Minorities are also known to be the smaller in number of two groups constituting a whole. African Americans and Hispanics as a whole should work together in addressing issues that surround the two cultures on a daily basis because if the two groups do not accept the fact that there is strength in numbers we will always be posses the title of being minute entities running the never ending battle of acceptance and respect in this life time. Our cultures have shared similar hardships and struggles for our rights and ultimately we can relate to the asperity this life presents. As a unit we can grow to appreciate first our differences and our similarities and work on the evolution of a new future for generations to follow. Accepting this now gives us the opportunity to create new traditions and legacies amongst ourselves. As a unit we would have a better chance as one unified voice to create opportunities for both of our thriving cultures success. Being in an interracial relationship with a Hispanic I have learned that although the cultures are different in many ways, we still have one thing in common, our barriers of entry into society. Barriers ranging from professional promotions, political enhancement, educational funding, etc. We also deal with the task of continously correcting stereotypes which have negatively branded in our race. The African American and Hispanic cultures are now two of the fastest growing ethnicities in the nation. The 2005 Census Bureau stated that the nations minority population totaled 98 million which is roughly about 33% of the country’s entire population. My parents are immigrants form Haiti and vowed that they would, one day, come to the United States and give their children the chance to have a promising future. They ingrained in my siblings and I that the best way to fight for what you believe in is to fight with your ardor and intelligence. When I was fourteen, my parents and I protested in a public demonstration, which allowed the community to come together and outwardly take a stance for the improvement and equality in the Haitian democracy. The experience was amazing and inspiring. As a unified voice, we marched and sang for days for the progression of Haiti. My country’s independence movement allowed freedom from oppression and it was then that I witnessed how a unified voice within a community can make a radical difference. I had the privillege at an early age to witness the impact of a group of individuals defending themselves in harmony, and that is what we should work towards for generations to follow, because I believe if we stand firm on the motto, "United we stand divided we fall," we will be impenetrable.
Question #2:
Supplying the needs?
It is imperative to continue to supply the funding needed to educate our young people because most of the time the funding is just not possible. Most families are immigrants to the country working to support large families on little to no income. I believe that any investment towards a youth that is willing to take the jouney of attaining a higher degree is beneficial. These are the individuals who then deposit life back into underprivileged communities. We have to invest in our future and if providing finacial needs is the key then as a community we should reach out to organizations, business owners, expecting parents, and the school board for help. It is rare in this day and age to see a young person whether African Americann or Hispanic aspire to be something other than what their environment predestined them to be so if it takes launching a community fuundraiser to allow them the opportunity, then so be it. It would be a crime to miss out on that one individual because that one could have made the difference. Eventually these recipients will grow to be the visual representation and testiment needed to influence others who were raised with nothing to fight for an education and not worry about the financing. These graduates will be then be in your shoes extending the hand to those that deserve it. It is a duty to try to fund and support the needs of young minorities trying to make a difference. We have to continue investing in the faces of tomorrow(our youth).
