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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

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

Holding Advocacy Groups, and Ourselves, Accountable on the Human Trafficking Narrative

When discussing human trafficking, it is important that inclusive language and narratives are used to better educate society and respect survivors, something we could all be better at. Wonder what types of shifts in language we could use to be better allies? Check out IJPC’s analysis of Thorn’s website to help highlight the key takeaways of holding ourselves and advocacy groups accountable. Read More

6/4 – Remembering Children

When war happens, children are often the most vulnerable people affected. They suffer physical, mental, and emotional abuse and trauma at the hands of the adults in power. For that reason, June 4th of each year has been designated “The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression.”Read More

A Change of Habit

"That absence of thought (when purchasing goods and services) is what lead to me contributing to slave trade, which is still present in modern day. Slavery exists today in many forms, particularly through slave labor. I learned this quickly through the research I conducted for the ethical buying guide for the human trafficking program."Read More

Recap of Lobby Day

As the sun rose on the morning commuters, I was taking a different route for the work day. Out of Cincinnati and past the 275 loop to meet a bus of local engaged community members for a trip to Columbus for the Death Penalty Lobby Day.Read More

SCOTUS on Immigration

On Monday April 18, 2016, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) will hear oral arguments related to Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) and extended Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) programs.Read More