Honoring 60 Years of Peace, Justice, and Community: ICPJ Celebrates a Milestone
“We are each other’s harvest; we are each other’s business.” – Gwendolyn Brooks This year marks a powerful milestone: 60 years of community-rooted activism, education, and solidarity from the Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice (ICPJ). Since 1965, ICPJ has been a hub for people across Washtenaw County and beyond who believe in building a […]
In Solidarity with Mothers: Support Krystal Clark
Free Krystal Clark and correct the life-threatening exposure to mold and other health hazards at the Women's Huron Valley Prison aka Death Valley. Artwork and animation by Tina Orlandini for AgitArte
7 Black-Led Activist Groups to Pay Attention to (and support) this Election Season
Below are 7 black-led organizations that focus on activities to increase voter registration, education, and engagement by focusing on the issues that affect underserved populations. Nicholas Buckingham, who is the Campaign Director and one of four founding members of Michigan Liberation says, “Those who are the closest to the problem are also closest to the solution, but farthest from resources and power.”
Reenvisioning Justice
Today was a historic moment for our nation. Garry Brown, Tennessee District Attorney, announced that he has re-opened the investigation into the 1940 murder of whom some have identified as the “first martyr of the civil rights movement”, Elbert Williams. Mr. Elbert Williams was a bright, outspoken 31-year-old family-oriented man in the predominantly black community […]
Trayvon: Social Injustice or Racial Injustice?
Clipped from: news.gather.com (share this clip) Social injustice versus Racial injustice? That’s the question that I keep trying to answer in my head. In fact, as more and more evidence, news, and views emerge about the Trayvon Martin case – I find myself with more questions each day. Question 1. Is this a black […]