For six nights this winter, from January to March, Jews and Muslims are invited to come together to provide food, shelter and care to approximately ten neighbors in need as …
Responding to Cyberhate in the Age of Technology, Greenspon Center 3rd Anniversary Celebration
Join the Stan Greenspon Center for Peace & Social Justice on March 26th to hear the riveting story of Tanya Gersh, who fought back in the face of a neo-Nazi …
“We are Brooklyn” – a meeting to determine next steps
Deepening our understanding of restorative justice for Charlotte. Expanding our coalition. Mapping out the steps ahead. Please join us as we continue our exploration of the tragedy of the destruction …
It’s Time to Talk about Race and Justice
In the 1960s and 1970s, an interesting notion took shape in the United States: racial colorblindness. The idea, which was born in mostly white communities, was that we had advanced …
We Are Brooklyn by: Charis Blackmon
“We are Brooklyn” is the thought that comes to mind as I sit in a room full of advocates for restorative justice. Some from the original Brooklyn neighborhood, others proximate …
Restorative Justice and Reconciliation
By Dr. Willie Keaton In light of the immensely successful Brooklyn Village & Restorative Justice Listening Session (August 22th, 2019), I thought it was time to have a conversation around; …
Join the Health Care Justice Team for a Text Bank Party
Join the Greenspon Center for Peace and Social Justice, Health Care Justice NC, and National Nurses United to help move Congress to adopt Medicare for All. The need for health …
From Brooklyn CLT to Brooklyn Village: A Legacy of Broken Promises
By Steve Cohen The history of Brooklyn CLT is part of the history of the Queen City – a legacy of broken promises known by too few. Sadly, it’s also …
Call to Action: Criminal Justice Education Series
Join us for a three-week educational and advocacy series that will bring together a diverse group of local and national leaders seeking major changes in the criminal justice system. The …
Volunteers Needed for Firestone Listening Session on 6/29
This past weekend, on June 22, our Affordable Housing team had a great listening session in the Firestone Park neighborhood. Six members of the team were able to speak with …