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Uplifting music with a message encourages our families and teaches our children that they have an obligation to care for themselves and to protect our environment. As ‘Protectors of the Earth' the mission of ENF Kids' Jam is to educate youth about their responsibility to our Earth.
Q: There are other youth environmental groups such as YES World and SEAC. What makes ENF Kids' Jam different?
A: While ENF Kids’ Jam recognizes the contributions made by other youth environmental groups, we also believe that we fill a unique niche in the green movement because of our diversity and performance ability. ENF Kids' Jam aim is to engage and empower youth from all backgrounds by teaching them the importance of caring for our planet. The talented performers in ENF Kids' Jam sing, dance and act to inspire children, families and community leaders alike to take steps to protect our environment. With a focus on recycling, energy reduction and preservation, ENF Kids' Jam is unique in its approach- using entertainment to promote advocacy and action.
Q: Speaking of diversity, what demographics are represented in ENF Kids' Jam?
A: ENF Kids' Jam brings together children ages 6-17 from local communities in the Washington Metropolitan area. ENF Kids' Jam prides itself on recruiting talent from all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds. Furthermore, the music and message resonates with diverse audiences because ENF Kids' Jam incorporates lyrics in Spanish, French, Japanese and Filipino.
Q: What is required of Kids’ Jam members and how can interested students join?
A: ENF Kids' Jam members audition and must make a one year commitment to the program in order to participate. ENF Kids' Jam members take the ENF Pledge to pick up trash, recycle, use less paper, reduce litter, change to green light bulbs and share the principles of environmental sustainability with others. Interested youth performers should visit the contact us pageto find out more about upcoming auditions.
Q: Who are your participating partners?
A: ENF Kids' Jam is an official partner with the Environmental Protection Agency, Earth Day Network and DC Libraries, Parks & Recreation.
Q. What are some of ENF Kids' Jam performances?
A. Previous performances by Kids' Jam include intergenerational shows with The Platters and Tony Award winner, Melba Moore as well as halftime shows for the American Basketball Association's Maryland Marvels. Recently, ENF Kids' Jam entertained Garrison Elementary School students and community residents in Washington, DC. ENF Kids' Jam will continue to perform at several engagements throughout the spring and summer. Please visit the ENF Events page for updates further details.
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