June 19th marks the 144th anniversary of the landing of federal troops in Galveston, Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation and finally bring slavery to an end throughout the United States. "Juneteenth" has not only become a day to commemorate the end of slavery but to reflect on the African American experience - from progress made to challenges that remain. As Oregonians celebrate the 150th anniversary of their statehood, Juneteenth is an opportunity to look at how we are contributing - or not - to overcoming racism in Oregon.

Tonight's Out Loud highlights our community's pride from a few different angles. We'll go over a long list of area pride events, discuss a queer health survey seeking your input, enjoy some live music and more.

Tonight, we first speak with Alejandro Juarez, from Basic Rights Oregon. He shares exciting news about the recent passage of Oregon Safe Schools legislation.

Next, we talk with Graham and Molly, from the Multnomah County Health Department.

On tonight's show you'll hear from Imani Muhammad, Versatyl of the Lifesavas, Erica Jayasuriya, and Mic Crenshaw about the High School for Recording Arts Portland (HSRAP).

HSRAP will expose students to the roots of music, culture and arts by using current youth culture (hip hop) as a medium to integrate music, dance, drama and fine arts knowledge and experiential history of history, science, philosophy, business, and social justice. 

More information available at:

www.hsrap.org

myspace.com/hsrapdx

Check out these resources about the Minneapolis High School for Recording Arts:

The 9th annual Village Building Convergence starts in Portland on June 5. Coming together under the them "Powered by the People," Portlanders will work on projects ranging from water catchment systems and intersection painting to native plant gardening and cob benches. But with record job and home loss rocking the metropolitan area, is the convergence still relevant? Even in good times, how much community voice does the convergence really create?

The National Wildlife Federation is campaigning to get summer school kids more outdoor time in nature.

          According to the federation, one hour a day will help kids deal with “nature deficit disorder.”

          Kboo’s Emmarie Badio in collaboration with the oregon News Service has more: