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Did Texas lawmakers do enough for children with disabilities? These child care advocates say no.

Lawmakers added $100 million to a child care scholarship program but failed to expand access to free preschool for children with disabilities. By Jess Huff June 23, 20255 AM Central LUFKIN — Texas lawmakers this year added $100 million to a scholarship fund to help families across the state pay for early child care, an extraordinary investment that…
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Texas group homes for intellectually disabled are in systemic crisis, say advocates

Revelations around abuse at a San Antonio group home have parents worried and advocates reflecting on years of issues in Texas. by Paul Flahive Posted on June 5, 2025, Last month, employees of Maofu Home Health, a provider of group homes for people with intellectual disabilities with facilities across the state, were arrested for abusing…
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Texas House votes to strictly define man and woman, excluding trans people from state records

If it becomes law, the bill would define sex based on reproductive organs and require state documents and policies to comply with that framework. By Eleanor Klibanoff May 10, 2025 Dozens of trans people and their allies gathered in the outdoor Capitol rotunda Friday, chanting at the top of their lungs. They will not erase us.…
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Texas House sends bill that could increase cost of gender transition health care to governor’s desk

By Blaise Gainey Published May 13, 2025 at 5:38 AM CDT The Texas House passed a measure on Monday that opponents say could raise the price of gender-affirming health care for adults in Texas — or simply stop insurance providers from covering the care altogether. Since the bill was previously approved by the Texas Senate, it now…
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Local Organizations

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Austin Justice Coalition - Austin Justice Coalition is a racial justice group that educates and builds community power for people of color who live in Austin, Texas that needs support, community, and liberation during a time of systemic injustice in America.


Austin Area Urban League - The Austin Area Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to providing economic empowerment, educational opportunities and the guarantee of civil rights for African Americans and other underserved/underrepresented populations in the Austin/Central Texas region.


Undoing Racism Austin- The Black Youth Project 100 is a national nonprofit organization of black youth activists working to create justice and freedom for all. Although it was originally founded in Chicago in 2013, it’s since opened a Dallas chapter. Donations to BYP100 will support the organization’s daily work as well as provide bail funds, legal support and mutual aid for black activists.


Break The Pipeline - Made possible by the Excellence & Advancement Foundation, Break The Pipeline provides services and advocacy to break the school-to-prison pipeline by coordinating prevention and intervention programs to support children at risk of becoming involved in the criminal justice system. In the US approximately 2 million children are impacted by the criminal justice system and in Texas, 12 million people are in prison, jailed, on probation or parole.

Black Pflugerville - Black Pflugerville is a nonpartisan non-profit organization which encourages informed and active participation of Black people in the city of Pflugerville


African American Youth Harvest Foundation - To intentionally provide hands-on service through school and community-based programs, to enhance the quality of life for African American and low-income youth and families. We strive to prevent and reduce risk factors while promoting protective factors that are proven to change the lives of community members in need.


Black Mamas ATX - Black Mamas ATX provides culturally aligned and client-centered birthing and mental health services that support you through your pregnancy and postpartum experience.


Six Square - Preserving and Celebrating the historic legacy of the African American community that once thrived in Central East Austin.


Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce - The Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce inspires, develops, and promotes Black economic success in the Greater Austin area. Serving as a bridge for African-American businesses and the Greater Austin business community to obtain greater prosperity and influence within Central Texas.

Upcoming Events

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Break the Cycle: Phoenix Challenge 2024

Join Hope for Justice for a 25-mile or 55-mile one-day bike ride to raise awareness and funds victims of human trafficking an modern-day slavery.

Wear Blue Day – Human Trafficking Awareness Day

DHS Blue Campaign invites people to wear blue, the international color of human trafficking awareness and post to social media using the hashtag #WearBlueDay. Premade social media graphics available on event page.

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MPS Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 3, 2024

MPS will host a Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 3, 2024, to help families explore schools, make choices, and enroll students.

Fast Pitch 2024

Fast Pitch 2024 will feature eight incredible presenters from our Systems Change Accelerator Cohort, each with a vision for a more just and equitable Los Angeles

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Faith in Action: Peace & Social Justice Committee

The Faith in Action: Peace & Social Justice Committee works in many ways to put UU values into action in our local community and wider world. We organize activities and support the efforts of community partners in the areas of labor and economic issues, anti-racism, police reform, and mass incarceration, immigration and immigrant detention, climate…

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The International Conference 2023

The Impact of Child Abuse, Sexual Violence and Harassment, Insecurity, Corruption, Mental Health and COVID-19 on Economic Growth. The Social Justice and Human Rights Institute works to ensure the implementation of Social Justice and Human Rights standards on the ground through greater country engagement and its field presences. Over the years, The International Conference on…

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Day of Community Care & Well Being

Love People. That’s the theme of this “come and go” event and it’s also the call to action. Plenty of wellness activities, including yoga featuring BLOOM by CALLIE – as well as music, activities for children, food, vendors, and a community “hands-on” project where YOU get to help paint a 50-foot mural. This is an…

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Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: Dallas Resource Fair

Dallas Hope Charities connects the Dallas community with free to low-cost LGBTQIA+ services from community partners – including Oak Lawn United Methodist, Prism Health North Texas, Room for Change, Impact Communities Dallas, Abounding Prosperity, Inc, The FreeLux Project, Veteran Affairs, North Texas Food Bank, Meagan Skidmore Coaching, Parkland Health, Access and Information Network, Legal Aid…

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Black Girl Sermon: The Experience

This event, hosted by DeeVine, aims to create a sense of sisterhood, solidarity, and community through the use of music, art and narratives that represent the testimonies that we all share. This intends to be a sensory journey of empowerment, revival, and soul-stirring performance to celebrate the importance of representation, authenticity, and embracing one’s story.

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Treat The Community – Trunk or Treat

You can help support The Enriching Children’s Future Scholarship Fund by going to their Trunk or Treat. Admission costs money to be a participant, however, to volunteer, you can send an email to the email address listed in the description.

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