John Legend Speaks to Politico About His Role in Education Reform
"I think there's a real potential to be a tipping point right now, where a lot of major changes can happen in a relatively short period of time," Legend told POLITICO in an interview this week. "The more we see what's working in certain schools and certain cities, the more we begin to realize that if we have the political will and the right decisions to make along the way, a lot of big change can happen that will benefit a lot of people."
John Legend Surprises Class with Lesson on Race, Education
US Today covered John Legend's surprise visit to Howard University as unannounced mtvU ‘Stand In’ professor
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MTV Blog: John Legend’s ‘Inspiring Week In Africa,’ In His Own Words
John followed his FIFA World Cup concert performance with a visit to Mbola, a Tanzanian village where his Show Me Campaign is helping to fight poverty.
Show Me Campaign Fellowship Program
The Show Me Campaign Fellowship Program, launched in 2009, encourages young people who are dedicated to helping improve the world. The Fellowship provides three $3,000 stipends for college students who have unpaid internships during the summer of 2010 in the following areas:
John Legend Joins Education Equality Project Board of Directors
John Legend joins group of diverse leaders to eliminate achievement gap.
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John Legend receives the 2010 BET Humanitarian Award
BET recognizes John Legend’s work to break the cycle of poverty.
John Legend Writes About His Recent Trip to Mbola
The Show Me Campaign supports a Millennium Village in Mbola and every couple of years John visits with the community. Here are his latest thoughts on the progress that has been made.
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The Show Me Campaign Helps Provide Access to Clean Water in Tanzania
John Legend attends a ground-breaking for a new water tank that will supply three villages in the Tabora region with clean water.
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Washington’s Teachers’ Contract
New York Times op-ed on education reform and a new teachers’ contract in Washington DC.
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John Legend Sings for a Better World
John Legend talks about The Show Me Campaign on CNN and its aim to break the cycle of poverty.
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