A United Nations Working Group preliminary report on human rights violations against Black America advocates Black community control of police. . . . → Read More: From Civil Rights to Human Rights, Black Community Control Now!
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Reparations: A Very Basic PrimerReparations: a process of repairing, healing and restoring a people injured because of their group identity and in violation of their fundamental human rights. In 2019, the House held a Hearing on H.R. 40, Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African-Americans Act. There was no vote but the hearing itself was historic. We take a look at what led up to this point. 
A Timeline Leading Up to The “Revitalization” of Barry FarmWith the deconstruction and rebuilding of Barry Farm under way, it is important to understand some of the key factors of this process, what led up to it and how it has been affecting the existing community. Here is a somewhat concise timeline of events to provide context and stay updated on the fast-changing neighborhood. 
Incompatible Allies: Black Lives Matter, March 4 Our Lives and the US Debate about Guns and Violence 
Initiative 77 & The Crisis of The Tipped Minimum Wage
An opportunity for D.C. residents to meet with artists from outside of the region who are actually interested in working for D.C. Statehood. So if you have the time this weekend, please show up. . . . → Read More: D.C. Statehood, the Minimum Wage and a Guided Tour 
2015 was a revealing year in D.C. Public School governance. Grassroots DC education contributor Sarah Livingston gives us a rundown. . . . → Read More: D.C. Public Schools 2015 Year In Review  ONE COMMENT SO FAR, CLICK HERE TO VIEW & RESPOND - ()%  %categories-linked() Education  2016, DCPS, District of Columbia Public Schools, Sarah Livingston, school governance, Year in Review 
This past summer, much media attention was given to what has been called a “surge” of violent crime in DC. Resident reactions to the violent crime have been particularly severe on Capitol Hill. . . . → Read More: Placing DC’s Crime Wave in Context 2 COMMENTS SO FAR, CLICK HERE TO VIEW & RESPOND - ()% %categories-linked() Communities, Gentrification, Potomac Gardens Capitol HIll, crime, crime wave, District of Columbia, New Hill East, Potomac Gardens 
Washington, DC – In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, community leaders and residents of the Nation’s Capital will participate in the 10th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Peace Walk and Parade on Monday, January 18, 2016 in Southeast. The parade is a celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and a continuation of the vision of Dr. Calvin and Wilhelmina Rolark and “Petey” Greene, who established the annual parade in Ward 8 over 30 years ago. This year’s theme: “Change is Coming” builds upon the hard work and progress of civil rights leaders from the past, as well as this generation of leaders who are advancing human rights through the Black Lives Matters movement. The parade’s Grand Marshals are beloved Washingtonians who are local and national individuals, in their own right. The parade will feature several high school marching bands including Dunbar, Eastern, McKinley, Anacostia, Ballou and Suitland SHS in Prince George’s County. The U.S. Coast Guard Honor Guard, along with dozens of community organizations will also participate. The assembly for Peace Walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church lot, 2498 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. SE. The Parade will assemble at 11:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth’s East, 2700 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. SE. (main gate). Both contingents will proceed south on ML King Avenue to Leckie Elementary School, 4201 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., S.W. )% %categories-linked( Art & Culture 10th Annual MLK Peace Walk and Parade, District of Columbia, Martin Luther King Jr Day, MLK, Washington |
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