To participate in the Jr. Posse, we ask that our kids stay in school and maintain at least a "B" average.
Hey, we're on television!
ABC in Los Angles came out to visit and aired a wonderful story about the Jr. Posse.
You can watch it here. You'll find a transcript of the story and, on the right side of their web page, a link to the video.
It all began when Mayisha Akbar, founder of the Compton Jr. Posse, bought a home with stables in the heart of Compton so her kids could grow up in a positive, inspiring environment.
The Jr. Posse provides inner-city kids with an after school program that supports alternatives to the gang and drug lifestyles facing our children.
The Compton Jr. Posse meets at Richland Farms, an little-known area of Compton zoned for horses.
The Jr. Posse is a year-round program, serving youth ages 5 – 17 and their families. These youth come from diverse ethnic backgrounds and tend to live in single parent households in the inner city.
This not for profit activity is dedicated to encouraging youth to become productive members of society. We help them to set both academic and career goals.
Jr. Posse’s approach using horses is affirmed by international studies that show-teaming youth with animals teaches them responsibility, discipline, and increases self-esteem.
We have found that investing in these children with our equestrian program motivates our kids to achieve their goals. We believe there can be no better investment in the future of our country.
The Jr. Posse participates in dozens of events every year like the Magic Johnson Foundation Carnival held in Compton.
Our kids compete in many dressage and western competitions. Here, BreAnna Lamar, 16, rides in the Dressage by the Sea competition in Malibu hosted by the Trancas Riders and Ropers.