New York State Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2024

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Join us Thursday, February 29th at 6pm at the FDR Library & Museum for a panel discussion and viewing of the inspiring film “New York State Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.”

Our Commission on Human Rights is hosting this free event in partnership with the NYS Division of Human Rights Hudson Valley Hate & Bias Regional Council, Dutchess County African-American Clergy Association,  and the Jewish Federation of Dutchess County and they will focus on the four pillars of philosophy that Dr. King believed were essential to achieving social justice and equality: Nonviolence, Beloved Community, Justice and Hope. 

Registration is required and found online.

ENJAN’s 5th Annual Mid-Hudson Valley Gathering

Save the Date! ENJAN’s 5th Annual Mid-Hudson Valley Gathering is organized around the theme of No Rollbacks on Justice. We’ll have speakers, free food, and an opportunity to learn about ENJAN and other local organizations and the work they are doing to end mass incarceration and racism in the criminal legal system.

Virtual Community Meeting with For the Many

About this event – from For the Many

Register here!

We’re building a grassroots movement of everyday people to fight for laws and win elections to transform New York so it works for all of us.

Join our Virtual Community Meeting to get to know other folks in the organization, learn about our work and latest updates, and plug into our fights to win: ? housing ? healthcare ❤️ immigration & criminal justice ? climate justice

Whether you’re a long time member or a newcomer, we’re excited to see you there!

This event is 100% virtual. We will send you the zoom link and make sure you have what you need to join us!

Virtual Community Meeting with For the Many

About this event – from For the Many

Register here!

We’re building a grassroots movement of everyday people to fight for laws and win elections to transform New York so it works for all of us.

Join our Virtual Community Meeting to get to know other folks in the organization, learn about our work and latest updates, and plug into our fights to win: ? housing ? healthcare ❤️ immigration & criminal justice ? climate justice

Whether you’re a long time member or a newcomer, we’re excited to see you there!

This event is 100% virtual. We will send you the zoom link and make sure you have what you need to join us!

on Advancing Supportive Housing Solutions to Reduce Homelessness for People Impacted by the Criminal Legal System (virtual)

Join Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH), Exodus Transitional Community (Exodus) and other panelists to discuss the immediate actions NYC leadership can take in 2022 to expand access to supportive housing for those leaving Rikers Island who are homeless and have behavioral health needs. These fiscally responsible policy changes are an important component of de-incarceration and making our communities safer. Register here!

Panelists:
Louis Molina, NYC DOC Commissioner
Kandra Clark, VP of Policy & Strategy, Exodus Transitional Services
Cynthia Stuart, COO, Supportive Housing Network of New York
Mark Hurwitz, COO, Urban Pathways

Moderator:  Dr. Victoria A. Philips (Ms. V.), Founder of Visionary V, The Community, Health and Justice Organizer with the Mental Health Project, Urban Justice Center