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Opportunity: Pursue Your Dreams & Apply for Disney’s Dreamers Academy

What do all Dreamers have in common? They’re creative, eager to learn, and dedicated to pursuing their dreams with passion. Does this sound like someone you know? Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine are looking for Dreamers for next year’s Disney’s Dreamers Academy where you can get the tools to help make their dreams come true.

This is an amazing opportunity where you can learn from a variety of creative professionals and mentors who will motivate you to take the steps that will lead you to success in the career that you aspire to pursue.

Last year’s Dreamers also got to interact with various celebrity guests throughout the four-day experience including Yolanda Adams, Cupid, Terrence J, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Jordin Sparks, Lance Gross and of course Steve Harvey.

The Details: Potential Dreamers must be between the ages of 13–19, live in the United States, and be enrolled in high school grades 9–12 when entering. For a complete list of rules and the application click here.

Watch the videos below for fun clips from the Disney’s Dreamers Academy 2012







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Jillian Jensen Shares Her Story of Facing Bullying on X Factor & Inspires Us Singing Who You Are & Little Things

One of the most touching moments this season of X Factor was when 20-year-old Jillian Jensen gave her moving version of the song “Who You Are.” Jillian shared her heart and emotional story of facing bullying in high school and related to Demi Lovato’s experiences and motto “Stay Strong.”

While watching her performance Demi and so many viewers could relate to her hurt and were brought to tears (I found myself with tears streaming down my face too relating to her story of being bullied); watch it below to be inspired:

Jillian has been sparking a #StopHateStartLove movement to create awareness of the reality that words and actions can and do hurt – spread the love! Join her on Twitter at @ItsJillianJensen, at her Facebook page and on Youtube. Keep following your dreams Jillian and inspiring young people to be bravely themselves!

Watch a recent cover from Jillian, singing “Little Things” by One Direction

Jillian says about the song: “I did a quick cover of ‘Little Things’ by One Direction not only because I love the song, but I think the message is absolutely beautiful…we are all different for a purpose and it is the combination of our strengths and flaws that make us all beautiful…I love you all so much…you are all unique and special.”






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The Steve Harvey Mentoring Program for Young Men Chicago

Are you a young man who is:

  • Living in the City of Chicago
  • Between the ages of 13-18
  • Enrolled in grades 9-12 at the time of submission
  • Being raised in a single female home.

Then Steve Harvey is looking for YOU!

The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend Chicago will take place November 16-18, 2012, and will include a series of seminars on the principles of manhood, leadership, and community empowerment. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from Steve Harvey himself and some of his friends.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : October 12, 2012 | 5pm

Visit http://steveharveymentoring.com/chicago to register and to find more information.





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Justin Bieber’s Mom Pattie Mallette Shares Her Story & Inspires with Her Book “Nowhere But Up”

Justin Bieber’s Mom Pattie Mallette recently shared her powerful story with the world in her book “Nowhere But Up.”

In the book she talks about how she overcame abuse since she was a girl and raised Justin when she was a teen. She says that it was her faith that helped her to realize she has a purpose and overcome the darkness in her life. Watch the interview to hear her share her heart:

You’ll also be touched by this interview she did a few years ago when Justin had just started to gain recognition in the U.S., her story is so moving and motivational – if you’re facing a difficult situation know that you can overcome!

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Bellaboo Sing for Self-Esteem Festival and Contest Winner

Bellaboo, an awesome natural skin care system created for teen girls by teen girls, launched it’s Sing for Self-Esteem competition to find the next inspiring singing sensation a few weeks ago and recently named a winner – the talented Tyné Angela Freeman. Check out her creative rendition of the Bellaboo Girl song below:

On September 15, 2012 at the Bella Terra in California, Bellaboo will also hold the Sing for Self-Esteem Festival, hosted by Monique Coleman and featuring artists like Savannah Outen and Melody Thornton, and other celebrities and speakers. Admission to the event is free; you can find out more and RSVP on Facebook by clicking here.






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