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Florida Police Arrest 123 in Sex Trafficking Operation

Tyler Wornell Updated: JAN 11, 2024 / 11:16 PM CST (NewsNation) — Police in Florida announced Thursday the arrests of more than 100 people after an operation targeting human trafficking. Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said at a news conference some of the suspects are trusted figures, including a camp counselor, elementary school teacher and basketball coach, while others…

Local Organizations

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Jacksonville Public Education Fund - The Jacksonville Public Education Fund is an independent nonprofit organization that works to connect research with civic voice to bring about unified action in support of universally high-quality public schools for all children in Duval County.


The League of Women Voters of Jacksonville/First Coast - The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.


Jacksonville Florida Black Pride Inc. - The Jacksonville Florida Black Pride is a social network created to build the unity and fellowship of the Black LGBTQ+ community in Jacksonville. It hosts community empowerment activities and initiatives focusing on education, health, leadership, and philosophy of fellowship and inclusiveness of all races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations.


K-9s For Heroes - K-9s For Heroes is an organization that aims to empower veterans and their family members suffering from mental or emotional disorders to live independently with the companionship of a professionally trained dog rescued from a shelter. These companion dogs are trained and placed with each qualified person at no expense to the individual.


Hunger Fight - At Hunger Fight, we believe all children deserve access to food and education to give them hope, consistency, and security. The problem is that many children in our own backyards go hungry every day — both physically and mentally — and they’re left feeling scared, depressed, worried, and angry. No child should have to go hungry.

Wounded Warrior Project - We know that the transition to civilian life is a journey. And for every warrior, family member, and caregiver, that journey looks different. We are here for their first step, and each step that follows, because we believe that every warrior should have a positive future to look forward to. Everything we offer is free because there’s no dollar value to finding recovery and no limit to what you can achieve.


Taylor Belle Foundation - We offer summer camps and after school programs for children ages 4-14. We strive to educate our participants in healthy eating habits and the importance of exercise in daily life. Our vision is a world where every child learns habits for healthy living that they can carry into adulthood.


Gabriel House of Care - Our mission is to promote a “community of healing” environment by providing affordable, temporary lodging for adult organ transplant and cancer patients as well as their caregivers who come to Jacksonville for medical treatment.


North Florida Land Trust - North Florida Land Trust is a non-profit organization committed to protecting and preserving the natural places of North Florida. We work to ensure our region’s treasured lands will be protected and enjoyed by future generations.


Association Diaspora of Solidarity in Haiti - We believe in solidarity, social justice, and education. By helping Haitian children and their families, we can better their future and communities. We want to provide equal opportunities for each and every person.

Upcoming Events

2024 Symposium on Neurodiversity

The University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma is excited to host Dr. Temple Grandin, alongside Tim Herbel, as the keynote speakers for the 2024 Emerson-Wier Liberal Arts Symposium focusing on neurodiversity, a derivative of our annual Speaker Series.

FREE Black History Month Through Film at Belle Isle Library

Features OETA’s documentaries that delve into black history in Oklahoma, from Langston University, which opened even before Oklahoma became a state, to the trailblazers of Oklahoma’s Civil Rights movement, such as Roscoe Dungee, Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher, and Clara Luper.

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“The Fairytale Project”

A dance performance about the love between two African-American slaves and how they discover their roots in the free colonies of East Texas. It is both informative and moving.

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UCLA Luskin Lecture: Barbara Ransby

Noted writer, historian and activist Barbara Ransby will explore the inter-institutional space of ideas and organizing, linking research and scholarship to communities and movement-based work.

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Empower Run 2024

The Empower Run is a 3.1 mile long family-friendly race open to participants of all ages and abilities, including runners, walkers and strollers. Funds raised by the 2024 Empower Run will provide access to free representation and legal services to low-income survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and help secure #JusticeForSurvivors.

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41st Upton Sinclair Celebration

In 2024, we’re looking forward to honoring the contributions of organizers and activists who are paving the way for social justice progress in Los Angeles—from fighting for the creation of a new Youth Development Department focused on care not punishment, to advocating for eviction protections for millions of struggling tenants—or securing a ban on toxic…

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North Texas Food Bank – Pack & Box

Millions of meals are distributed through our programs and Feeding Network each year. Volunteers participating in the Pack and Box opportunity will work together in an assembly line to package the boxes/bags of food that are distributed to our neighbors through our programs and our Feeding Network. This opportunity is ideal for individuals or groups.…

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Qigong For Peace

Join us for this 2-hour Live Webinar, Qigong For Peace, on Saturday, Feb. 10th, 2024. David J. Coon, will share Qigong Exercises, Guided Meditations to Experience Inner Peace, and a Medical Qigong Lecture on the benefits of a regular Qigong practice.

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Comedy for Peace

Comedy for Peace is an incredible comedy show with Muslim and Jewish comedians, founded in March of 2019 in New York City. Comedy For Peace is an accessible, funny, fun, and meaningful show that brings diverse, Interfaith communities together with the belief that we can make a difference through the art of comedy.

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We Drum For Hope & Global Peace

Pick up your drum (or a box, pot or book) and join us in community drum prayers for peace.

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