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When you do this for 30 years, you're bound to pick up a few stories and lessons along the way. Thoughts, impressions, news, and highlights from our staff, visitors, donors, students and alumni!
MADE IN THE STREETS
Apr 25, 20202 min read
Peace Follows the Storm
Written by Tara Flyckt, a MITS Intern As we are in the midst of this rainy season in Kenya, one of my favorite things is falling asleep...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Feb 8, 20202 min read
He is not done working; I am not done waiting
Written by Tara Flyckt Over the past three weeks as a teaching intern in Kamulu, I’ve experienced much joy, strength, doubt, love,...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Dec 18, 20181 min read
END OF YEAR GIVING: Why it matters and how you can be smart about it
From the Wall Street Journal It's December, which means end-of-year giving season is upon us. At Made in the Streets, it's no secret that...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Dec 7, 20181 min read
Congratulations to Made in the Streets' Class of 2018
On Thursday, December 6th, fourteen graduates walked across the stage at Made in the Streets to accept their diplomas. This year's...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Oct 16, 20182 min read
Reasons You should Apply for MITS Internships
Did you know Made in the Streets offers internships for college students (and college-aged individuals) with a desire to serve and a...
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Christian Littlejohn
Aug 28, 20182 min read
The Final Say
Kenya. It smelled like earth and tasted of chai. It dressed in bright fabrics and knew the meaning of hospitality. It has lively music...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Jul 24, 20182 min read
Behind the Scenes: The Streets
Trying to accurately depict Kenyan street life, as a filmmaker who grew up in middle class America, is almost an impossible challenge....
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Jul 4, 20182 min read
Behind the Scenes: MITS SHORT PROMO
Created by Meredith Mansfield, MITS Filmmaker Intern This was by far the hardest video I’ve ever made—and it lasts a total of 47 seconds....
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Jun 29, 20184 min read
Quinta's Story
This is Quinta. Quinta is a fourteen year old ex-street kid and student at Made In the Streets. A few days ago she was gracious enough...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
May 29, 20182 min read
Welcome to the team, Christian!
Christian Yoder recently joined the MITS stateside team as our new Administrative Coordinator. As Made in the Streets grows, we've...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Mar 21, 20181 min read
MITS is on tour!
We are so excited to visit friends and loved ones across the United States in April and May! Check out our schedule below to see which...
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MADE IN THE STREETS
Mar 9, 20182 min read
With Open Hands | Reflections from Galantine's Day
I have diligently begun each day physically with open hands, not gripping, clenching, or holding onto anything; wide open palms asking...
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