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Thomas “Tommie” Sullivan at Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club event.

Honoring a Legend: Thomas “Tommie” Sullivan Retires After More Than Five Decades at Mathews-Dickey

by Pagee' SpeedeMay 20, 2026May 20, 2026

After 53 years of service, Thomas “Tommie” Sullivan retires from Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club, leaving a legacy of leadership and youth empowerment.

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Boys & Girls Clubs Teen Turns Mental Health Advocacy into Super Bowl LX Opportunity

by Pagee' SpeedeFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026

KC Futures Youth Summit banner featuring logos of KC Health Dept, MOCSA, and FocusKC with the slogan “Raise Your Voice.”

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KC Futures Youth Commission Hosts First Youth Summit

by TNM StaffDecember 19, 2025December 19, 2025

A group of young women raising their fists in solidarity during a girl empowerment event led by the I Define Me Movement.

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I Define Me Movement: Girl Empowerment Programs: Inspiring the Next Generation

by dbeckfordDecember 16, 2025December 16, 2025