During this two-day workshop, we will explore abolition as a vision, practice and a call to action as we reimagine communities that promote family safety, well-being and justice. On day one, we will share stories, learn about histories of oppression and resistance and share out collective experiences with the family policing system. Day two will... Read more
Celebrate Parent Advocates' completion of the Rise CORE Training Program! Rise’s Winter 2022 CORE cohort ran from February through May and provided training for impacted parents working as Parent Advocates in NYC foster agencies. The training series covered topics including Rise visiting and service planning TIPS, the Rise 90-day model to support reunification, relationship building,... Read more
Rise's peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and support one another. We also share information about upcoming Rise training opportunities and events and how to sign up for them.... Read more
THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE TO PREDICTED RAIN Join Rise at Riverbank State Park in NYC for food, fun, games and self-care activities for parents, children, family members, caregivers and our community. All are welcome. We want to celebrate the whole family—and all types of families! Sign up via Eventbrite: Register to attend. This is... Read more
During this two-day workshop, we will explore abolition as a vision, practice and a call to action as we reimagine communities that promote family safety, well-being and justice. On day one, we will share stories, learn about histories of oppression and resistance and share out collective experiences with the family policing system. Day two will... Read more
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country. Our peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and... Read more
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country. Our peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and... Read more
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country. Our peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and... Read more
Join us in person or via Facebook Live to celebrate the 2022 Rise & Shine Parent Leadership Program Graduates! During the ceremony, you’ll hear more about the program and graduating parents will share their experiences, stories and poems. We look forward to celebrating with you! >> Register via Eventbrite to attend in person or by... Read more
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country. Our peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and... Read more
During the town hall, Rise will share updates on the state budget regarding child care and discuss our policy priorities. We will also review the results of our survey on child care that was completed by parents and caregivers throughout NYC. The purpose of the virtual town hall is to continue to shift the narrative... Read more
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country. Our peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and... Read more
