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
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 will celebrate and honor Child Welfare Organizing Project's (CWOP) 25 years of parent leadership! Come and see allies and friends and hear from CWOP parents, board members and partners. It will be an event to celebrate CWOP’s accomplishments throughout the years. Bring joy with you!
We invite you to join Rise for a virtual letter writing event! We will gather to write to New York City Council's General Welfare Committee to urge them to address the need for affordable, accessible child care without ACS involvement or oversight. We will walk through the steps of sending out email letters together and... Read more
