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Creating an affirming space for Black disabled people

Vilissa Thompson Headshot (1) by Vilissa Thompson June 6th, 2024June 6th, 2024

For as long as I’ve been an activist, it’s been my dream to establish a place for Black disabled voices. This summer marks 11 years since I began my activism work—and my wish is coming true. I am launching the inaugural Ramp Your Voice! Conference on June 7 to fill a much-needed gap: providing an […]

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Posted inCrime, Reform & Abolition

Rehabilitation resources in prison are crucial to breaking the cycle of intergenerational incarceration

by Heather C. Jarvis February 14th, 2024February 15th, 2024
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‘Nice’ has no place in justice work

by Mariane "Mare" Leon September 28th, 2023September 28th, 2023
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LGBTQIA+ incarcerated people need protection and affirmation

by Michael Ray April 12th, 2023August 9th, 2023
Lost and found: Finding therapy behind bars
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Lost and found: Finding therapy behind bars

by Olethus Hill Jr. April 3rd, 2023August 9th, 2023
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How the pandemic affected incarcerated people and their loved ones

by Aiyuba Thomas and Tommaso Bardelli May 16th, 2022January 23rd, 2023
Posted inEconomy & Workers' Rights, Race

Joy in Black organizing and activist culture is not ‘unprofessional’

by Tanya Wallace-Gobern July 12th, 2021July 15th, 2021
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Access to athletic programs is important for trans youth

by Emet Marwell July 9th, 2021July 9th, 2021
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For many Asian Americans, increased police ‘protection’ feels more like unchecked power

by Kunlyna Tauch July 7th, 2021June 28th, 2021
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Welcoming communities will be pivotal as the Biden administration rebuilds refugee resettlement

by Nezia Munezero Kubwayo June 17th, 2021June 16th, 2021

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