TOLEDO, Ohio — Young people in Toledo are turning to photography and film to share their stories and take a stand against violence.
The city’s program, “Shoot This Not That: Toledo Youth Behind the Lens,” gives teens an outlet for healing while learning new creative skills. There were 11 partcipants who took part in the week-long project to showcase why violence is never the answer.
“They’re trying to be heard through things that hurt other people and that’s not what you’re supposed to do,” said youth participant Alaysha Evans…