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  • Bridges Not Walls

    Senator Portman's Cincinnati Office 312 Walnut St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH, United States

    IJPC will be participating in the Cincinnati location of Faith and Public Life's campaign of "Bridges Not Walls". February 17th marks the one year anniversary of Pope Francis' visit to the US/Mexico border. When Pope Francis prayed for migrants and refugees at the border he transformed a dusty fence into an oasis of hope. Now just days into the new administration, immigrant and refugee families are now at greater risk than ever. As people of faith, we must respond with one voice: "Build bridges, not walls."

  • Israelity: The Jewish Peoplehood Puzzle

    Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH, United States

    The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati will be hosting this event through their series "Israelity." What does a shared Jewish society look like? Jews come from all parts of the world and speak with many voices, yet they remain bound to one another through shared identity, heritage, and values. As the spectrum of Jewish identity expands across continents and through cultures, the notion of peoplehood grows simultaneously more challenging and essential.

    Free

  • Six@Six: Race in America: Then and Now

    Associated Press reporter Jesse Holland is an observer of American race relations from both a historical and a contemporary perspective. As the author of The Invisibles: The Untold Story of African American Slaves in the White House and other published works, he has examined little known aspects of American history during the nations formative years.

  • Democracy in Action: Bystander Training

    Know Theatre of Cincinnati is putting together an event series addressing how to be an more active citizen in local issues government via political, humanitarian, and artistic means. Events are free and open to the public. Night 3: Bystander Training

    Free

  • Race and Racism in Cincinnati

    Faith United Church of Christ 6886 Salem Rd , Cincinnati, OH, United States

    On Tuesday February 21, 2017 7:00-8:30pm at Faith United Church of Christ (6886 Salem Rd Cincinnati, OH 45230), IJPC is helping coordinate a program called Race and Racism in Cincinnati, a lecture and discussion organized by Rethinking Racism. The event is an opportunity to dive deeper into the history of racism in our community and we will break into discussion groups following a presentation from Rev. Troy Jackson and Ms. Elizabeth Hopkins.

    Free

  • Six@Six: Is Justice Blind?: Race, Class, and Our Criminal Justice System

    The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County- Main Library 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States

    Danielle McDonald will discuss the history of race in the United States, how our conceptualization of race has impacted African Americans, and how it has shaped the criminal justice system.

  • February Immigration Coalition Meeting

    IJPC 215 E 14th Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States

    Come join the IJPC Immigration Committee to learn more about events planned, advocacy opportunities and and opportunity for education regarding immigration.

  • February YES Meeting

    Join Y.E.S. (Youth Educating Society) to educate yourself and others about and advocate for comprehensive immigration reform. This meeting YES will be celebrating its 6 year anniversary so come enjoy some cake and learn about YES. This meeting would be great for new folks!

  • Know Your Rights / Conozcan Sus Derechos

    Holy Family Church 3006 W. 8th Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States

    Spanish Know Your Rights training featuring Allison Herre and Officer Richard Longworth.

  • March Death Penalty Committee Meeting

    IJPC 215 E 14th Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States

    Attend a meeting of activists to learn about recent updates to the state of the Death Penalty in Ohio and strategize action about upcoming legislation.