Community News
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Local Organizations
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The New York Civil Liberties Union
The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) fights for civil liberties and civil rights through a multi-layered program of litigation, advocacy, public education, and community organizing to create a more open, just, and equitable society.
The Correctional Association of New York
The Correctional Association of New York (CANY) fights tirelessly for a more humane and effective criminal justice system, but they can't do it alone. Whether you've been incarcerated, know someone who has, or if you would simply like to help, CANY needs your support.
The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (Coalition) is a not-for-profit membership organization whose mission is to eradicate domestic violence and to ensure the provision of effective and appropriate services to victims of domestic violence through community outreach, education, training, technical assistance and policy development.
Make the Road NY
Helping empower immigrant communities. Looking for outreach volunteers, classroom assistants and more to spread the word about Make the Road NY's adult education program. Outreach volunteers help plan and conduct outreach to organizations in the community that are working to strengthen marginalized communities with education.
New York Communities for Change
NYCC resists fascist and racist policies that affect our most vulnerable communities. NYCC leads know your rights trainings and a rapid response program to protect our communities against deportations, police brutality and evictions.
Day One NY
Day One partners with youth to end dating abuse and domestic violence through community education, supportive services, legal advocacy and leadership development.
We Are New York Values
Offering volunteer opportunities with multiple organizations standing for racial and social justice, from teaching coding to Black youth to offering administrative support and more.
Urban Justice Center - NYC
We advocate for a just, fair, and decent society, and mentor the next generation of social justice leaders.
Audre Lorde Project
The Audre Lorde Project is a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Two Spirit, Trans and Gender Non-Conforming People of Color community organizing center, focusing on the New York City area.
We Act for Environmental Justice
WE ACT’s mission is to build healthy communities by ensuring that people of color and/or low income residents participate meaningfully in the creation of sound and fair environmental health and protection policies and practices.
Upcoming Events
Redlining, Racism, and Segregation in Detroit Virtual Tour
In this virtual tour, participants will learn Detroit’s history of systemic racism through past events and policies. participants will also learn about how to be a part of the solution in the future.
Atlanta Pride Festival October
Each year, the Atlanta Pride Committee strives to include talent and events that provide a wide range of entertainment for Festival goers and 2023’s lineup will not disappoint! This year’s Festival and Parade are still free of charge thanks to the support of our sponsors and partners.
Truth Be Told: A Social History Series
An event or mini-course in which hosts from acclaimed university professors lecture on race or racial related topics that are often left our of schools. With the dooming atmosphere of book banning and the attack on racially focused history, this event is a necessity for the well being of the community.
Women in Business Networking Event
A comfortable and friendly event in which professional women come to meet one another in order to connect and grow their businesses. An event where woman can utilize each other to create leads and possible mentors for young entrepreneurs.
Project Homeless Connect
Project Homeless Connect is an annual event that brings resources and services together under one roof to best serve those experiencing homelessness. Over 700 guests and 400 volunteers attend Milwaukee Project Homeless Connect for this one day event. Milwaukee has hosted this event since 2009, and Waukesha had its first event in 2019.
Changeist
Changeist is an out of school program that brings together 11-26 year olds to learn a common civic language, engage in dialogue, and build community to investigate local and global social justice issues. On Saturdays between January 6, 2024 and July, 6 2024 we focus on developing our sociopolitical knowledge and personal agency.
Celebrate 29 years of movement building in the Eastside at InnerCity Struggle’s 2023 Adelante Awards.
Celebrate 29 years of movement building in the Eastside at this fundraising event which includes a silent auction, reception, program, and live music.
Take Action. Protect Pollinators
Join TCA and TRAC Saturday, October 28, to save pollinators, birds, mammals and amphibians at Trinity River Audubon Center. We’ll help restore prairie habitats on the Audubon Center campus to help wildlife thrive in the urban environment.
SECOND SATURDAY SHORELINE SPRUCE UP
Join For the Love of the Lake every second Saturday for our monthly Shoreline Spruce Up at White Rock Lake Park. Volunteers collect litter though out White Rock Lake Park, up White Rock Creek, and along the shoreline.
“Opioid Overdose Awareness and Prevention” WORKSHOP
This workshop aims to raise awareness about the dangers of opioid overdose and provide valuable information on prevention strategies. Through interactive sessions and expert-led discussions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the opioid crisis and learn practical ways to help prevent overdoses in their communities.
Local Hero Spotlight
Members can nominate a local hero for recognition on their local LoveJustice.com city page!
Anyone and everyone can make an impact, and at LoveJustice we believe that they deserve to be recognized for their good, necessary work!
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