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CONTRIBUTORS WE COULDN’T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU Three of the talents and beautiful souls behind this issue. Special thanks to Ms. Mary at the Odell S. Williams for allowing AROA to shoot at the site. She was extremely supportive our the mission of AROA & our For the Culture vision. Visit the African-American Museum Today! SPECIAL SHOUT OUT TO THE MODELS CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FOR THE CULTURE MODELS! These amazing young men & women were very patient and brave. Once the camera turned on them, they were ready to go! They contributed their time and expertise in youthology in our partici- pation at their summer camp in July 2018. We extend a Special thanks to the S.T.A.R. Founders below. Dee Mott, Photographer Mott Expressions Photograhy owner Dee S. dedicated her time at no charge to shoot AROA’s “For the Culture” article. Even through a stormy, rainy day, the wife and mother of 2 took her time with our youth models to create an amaz- ing masterpeice. Dee contributed to the mission of A Round of Applause to empower the youth through her creative skills and crafty photos. Thank you for your dedication Ms. Dee. 18 Pastors Alber and Adraine White Abounding Love Ministries, Inc. The church behind the S.T.A.R.S. Summer Camp. Pastor and Frist Lady White partnered with AROA Magazine, allowing AROA’s Jour- nalist & Writing program into their camp. They have dedicated their ministry to sowing into kids’ lives. Even recently launching a pilot pro- gram. Visit them today Abounding Love Min- istries is located at 7076 Hooper Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802 AROA doesn’t own the rights to the pictures of the African American museum Odell S. Williams African-American Museum 538 South Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70802 19