Author Archives: Amy Barrett

WhoIsShe? SheGives Member Jenn Lammers

Posted on 9/3/15 by Amy Barrett

Q: So we’ve heard you’re a big fan of country music. Who are your favorite musicians and how did you find them? A: My husband’s family is from Montana originally and as such, I have been lucky to spend a great … Continue reading →

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RAW Art Works Presents: The Truth Is

Posted on 5/20/15 by Amy Barrett

This past Thursday, May 14, RAW Artists presented their truth in Central Square in Lynn as part of an art exhibition. The exhibition featured a reception and art show, along with a graduation ceremony for the program’s seniors, and a … Continue reading →

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Audrey Morrissey Participates in International Summit on Human Trafficking

Posted on 5/13/15 by Amy Barrett

Yesterday, May 12, Audrey Morrissey, Associate Director of My Life My Choice, took part in the Carter Center’s World Summit on Ending Sexual Exploitation. The summit brought together advocates, nongovernmental organizations, and government officials from nine countries to organize actions to … Continue reading →

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Coloring Books for Adults are a Major Hit

Posted on 4/22/15 by Amy Barrett

If you’ve checked out Amazon’s best sellers recently, you’ve probably noticed the trend of coloring books making the list. These coloring books aren’t for children, however. They are designed for stressed-out, over-worked grownups, not very unlike you or me. It … Continue reading →

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Science Club for Girls Meets Dr. Mae Jemison

Posted on 4/15/15 by Amy Barrett

Last week, the girls from Rocket Team at Science Club for Girls had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet a major female role model in STEM, Dr. Mae Jemison. Dr. Jemison was the first African American woman in space. She was selected … Continue reading →

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RAW Art Works Gives Students Launchpad to College

Posted on 4/1/15 by Amy Barrett

Students in Lynn, Massachusetts face an uphill battle when it comes to their education. The city reports a dropout rate that is 47% higher than the state average. Many students do not move on to college after high school. RAW … Continue reading →

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Boston Police Speak Out About Sex Trafficking

Posted on 3/25/15 by Amy Barrett

This week, the film Pretty Woman turned 25. As many celebrated the popular romantic comedy, Donna Gavin, head of the Boston Police’s Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, offered a reality check. “Let me assure you that the tale that unfolds in ‘Pretty Woman’ … Continue reading →

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Seven Ways to Keep Women in STEM

Posted on 3/18/15 by Amy Barrett

It has become a sad truth that women who enter into fields in science, technology, engineering, or math often leave early and, if they stay, they have fewer opportunities for growth and advancement as their male counterparts. Another sad truth … Continue reading →

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SheShinesOn…Natacha Meyer, Engineering is Elementary

Posted on 3/17/15 by Amy Barrett

Q: What did you do before joining the EiE team? A: Before being a full time curriculum developer, I was a middle school learning specialist at a charter school in Roxbury, MA. Prior to this, I taught science and engineering to … Continue reading →

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RAW students take home prize in Salem Film Festival

Posted on 3/11/15 by Amy Barrett

This week, Salem is hosting its 8th annual film festival, New England’s largest documentary film festival. Salem Film Fest seeks films that are aesthetically and technically superior, with well-told stories that allow viewers to see the world with fresh eyes … Continue reading →

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