THE SOUL OF ADOLESCENCE ALIGNS WITH THE HEART OF DEMOCRACY
Orphans, Rebels and Civic Lovers Unite
by Alfred H. Kurland
The Soul of Adolescence Aligns with the Heart of Democracy follows the author’s compelling journey of discovering his life’s purpose. The author evolves in his understanding of adolescent potential and wisdom through direct involvement with youth and communities. Developing a portfolio of meaningful engagement with young leaders and communal movements requires gradually shedding unconscious bias. The author’s journey reminds readers that acknowledged and affirmed teen participation results in young people finding their full potential and communities becoming sustainable.
Mentors and passages: The power of teen-centric programs


interview with community activist Maria Luna


ALFRED H. KURLAND
Author
Al Kurland has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from York College/CUNY and a Master of Arts degree in Special Education from New York University. His post-graduate education has continued on the streets and in classrooms in New York City. He has been a youth services and teen empowerment advocate and program manager since December of 1984.
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