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IJPC’s Response to COVID-19 

As many of you may know, Governor DeWine, Mayor Cranley, and public health officials have made many recommendations and regulations regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and it's presence in Ohio. In order to slow the spread of this virus, IJPC is taking necessary precautions including the following changes to scheduled events: Read More

Winter 2020 Newsletter

IJPC's Winter 2020 Newsletter features a reflection from End Slavery Cincinnati's Human Trafficking Conference, contemplation on the film Just Mercy and the death penalty, motivating words from a YES member, thoughts on working against war, information about the 2020 Flying Pig, and more.Read More

NASW Ohio Names IJPC as Agency of the Year

IJPC is honored to receive the award for Agency of the Year from the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Ohio Chapter, at both the regional and the state level. Thank you!Read More

One Iranian-American’s Perspective on US-Iran Tensions, Part Two

Part Two: Earlier this year, the United States and Iran came seriously close to an all-out war between the two nations. Fortunately, cooler heads have prevailed for now, but the danger of war is still very real.Read More

My Experience at Motel X

If you get the chance, challenge yourself to go see Motel X. It won’t be an easy experience, but it’s a reminder of the very real situation people have to live through in our community.Read More

One Iranian-American’s Perspective on US-Iran Tensions, Part One

Earlier this month, the United States and Iran came seriously close to an all-out war between the two nations. Fortunately, cooler heads have prevailed for now, but the danger of war is still very real. Read More

Federal Executions Should Unify the Anti-Death Penalty Movement

We must find strength in our relationships with each other to continue pushing—together—for an end to capital punishment. Read More