Through The Eyes of Youths

My name is Brooke Marie Washington. I've spent the past four days participating in events that led up to the National Equality March. I've attended various meetings and social gatherings that promoted the march.  Most of the speakers encouraged taking action and becoming leaders within your community. During these events, I've learned so much and had a chance to meet people from all over the United States. I met most of my fellow activists at Camp Courage. We began as strangers and ended as friends. We exchanged brilliant ideas and constructive criticisms that helped each member of my group, including myself. My voice was heard. The events that led to the march fueled my passion to walk with dreamers and believers. I smiled then, and I continue to smile now.