Events

Panel Discussion: Strategies for Advancing Abolition

MOCAD 4454 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States

This conversation features the voices of leaders from Michigan Liberation, American Friends Service Committee, and Detroit Justice Center working to reimagine public safety through an abolitionist and community-informed lens.

NLG Annual Meeting & Elections

Spread Art 5141 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit, MI, United States

“Working Together to Fight Fascism”
We’re so excited to have Nancy A. Parker speak at our Annual Meeting. Get ready to be energized! Not only do we need strategy and solidarity to survive and defeat the growing fascist state, we need hope, information, and inspiration. Nancy offers all of these with wisdom, passion, and dedication to the people.

Detroit Justice Center’s 5 Year Anniversary

The Eastern 3434 Russell St Suite 501, Detroit, MI, United States

We’re celebrating our 5th Anniversary on August 24th from 6-9pm at The Eastern in Eastern Market! Join us as we honor the achievements we've made together over the last 5 years. This special evening will be filled with good food, dancing, a silent auction and a special installation by Saylem Celeste, DJC's 2023 Artist in Residence.

Surveillance Ain’t Safety! Open Meeting

General Baker Institute 15798 Livernois, Detroit, MI, United States

On Thursday, August 31st, the Stop Shot Spotter Coalition will be holding an open meeting for community members to gather for a conversation about the use of facial recognition technology, Project Green Light, gunshot detection technology, and the expansion of police surveillance in Detroit. The wrongful arrest of Porcha Woodruff is a clear example of the dangers police surveillance poses to Black Detroiters and why we must stop investing in these harmful and ineffective technologies.

What is a Community Land Trust?

Metropolitan United Methodist Church 8000 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, United States

Join us for an exciting event where we explore the concept of a community land trust and its importance in our community. Discover how community land trusts protect affordable housing, preserve natural areas, urban gardens and historic sites. Learn about the benefits of community land trusts for both individuals and the environment.

Abolition Means No More War: Free Palestine Now!

Zoom

About this event Prison industrial complex (PIC) abolitionists have always understood the work to dismantle the PIC to be connected to global movements against war, militarism, and colonialism. In the […]

Messages from the Grassroots: An Intergenerational Conversation

Boggs Center 3061 Field St., Detroit, MI, United States

About this event This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Northern Negro Grassroots Leadership Conference, held at the Historic King Solomon Baptist Church in Detroit. James and Grace Lee […]

MI Learning Community: Gaining Public Support And Overcoming Skepticism

Online

You are joining a first-of-its-kind statewide learning community to help end mass incarceration in Michigan. This community is thoughtfully designed for advocates and practitioners actively engaged in efforts related to community violence intervention, police accountability/ ending police harm, restorative justice, alternative emergency response, re-entry, and other innovative approaches to enhance public safety and prevent incarceration in Michigan.

What is a Community Land Trust?

Matrix Human Services 13560 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI, United States

Join us for an exciting event where we explore the concept of a community land trust and its importance in our community. Discover how community land trusts protect affordable housing, preserve natural areas, urban gardens and historic sites. Learn about the benefits of community land trusts for both individuals and the environment.

Affordable Housing Town Hall Panel

Online

Are you concerned about affordable housing in Detroit?

Join us for a panel discussion on the state of affordable housing in Detroit! Hear from community advocates and be a part of the conversation!

Blueprint for Change

University of Michigan Detroit Center 3663 Woodward Ave. 150, Detroit, MI, United States

A city-led discussion revolving around effectively reintegrating returning citizens in Metro Detroit and how one can go from theory to practice. Join the conversation with the Metro Detroit Restorative Justice […]