Past Events

LGBTQ Legal Clinics with NYC Anti-Violence Project

The results of the presidential election sent shockwaves to LGBTQ, HIV-affected, immigrant, and other communities throughout New York City. As a response to the election, a coalition of New York City non-profits, advocacy organizations and direct service organizations has come together to offer free legal clinics. These clinics will provide brief legal advice, referrals or representation. Issues that can be addressed include legal name change, identification document change (passport, etc.), immigration, advance directives, wills, family law, intimate partner violence, legal support for survivors of hate violence.

Location:
New York City Anti-Violence Project 116 Nassau Street, Third Floor New York, NY 10038

Walk-ins are welcome, but those who register will be ensured an interview and will be provided with a translator, if requested. Registration at bit.ly/LGBTQLegalClinic. All information will be kept strictly confidential and in the custody of attorneys and clinic staff. If you have questions, want AVP to schedule a clinic at your organization or if you are an attorney and would like to volunteer, please email Jessie Pimentel at jpimentel [at] avp.org.

Pass the Right to Know Act: Pre-Stated Outreach

Join JFREJ and our allies in Communities United for Police Reform at City Hall to build power and momentum towards the passage of the Right to Know Act–a pivotal legislative package that aims to protect the civil and human rights of New Yorkers while promoting communication, transparency and accountability in everyday interactions between the NYPD and the public.

Location:
City Hall, Broadway & Murray Streets New York, NY 10007

 If you want more information, or can’t attend those but want to get involved in the campaign for the Right to Know Act, please e-mail rachel [at] jfrej.org.

Right To Know Act Outreach with JFREJ

Join Jews for Racial & Economic Justice in Brooklyn to talk with New Yorkers about the the Right to Know Act–a pivotal legislative package that aims to protect the civil and human rights of New Yorkers while promoting communication, transparency and accountability in everyday interactions between the NYPD and the public.

Location:
South Brooklyn.

For full event details, visit JFREJ's website.
Learn more about the Right To Know Act at www.changethenypd.org/RightToKnowAct.

Brooklyn Forum to Address the Needs of Trans and Gender Non-conforming New Yorkers

Join the New York City Anti-Violence Project, Make the Road NY - Globe Bushwick, Audre Lorde Project, Sylvia Rivera Law Project and more, along with NYC Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Council Member Carlos Menchaca, and the City Council LGBT Caucus for a strategy session with community leaders, elected officials, and other professionals on the needs and potential solutions to the violence affecting the Trans and Gender Non-Conforming community in New York City. The discussion will focus on education, immigration, employment, policing, housing and healthcare, and will be led by Trans and Gender Non-Conforming leaders.

Location:
YWCA Brooklyn (30 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Event details on Facebook
Food and Metrocards will be provided. Spanish language interpretation available.
For more information and to RSVP, contact Yasmin Safdie at ysafdie [at] avp.org or call 212 714 1184.

Rally for Ramarley Graham

February 2nd, 2017 will mark 5 years since unarmed 18-year-old Ramarley Graham was killed by the NYPD in his own home, in front of his grandma and little brother. To date, NOT ONE OFFICER has been fired or held accountable. On the 5th anniversary of Ramarley’s killing, come out to rally with his family and supporters and demand NYPD Commissioner O’Neill and Mayor de Blasio FIRE Richard Haste and all of the officers responsible for misconduct and abuse. 

Location:
Foley Square, NYC (Corner of Centre & Worth Street)

For full event details, visit our Facebook Event page.
Click here to endorse the rally.
Learn more about Ramarley's story & watch a video with facts about his case at www.riseup4ramarley.org.

Pass the Right To Know Act Outreach with JFREJ

Join Jews for Racial & Economic Justice at City Hall to talk with City Council members about the the Right to Know Act–a pivotal legislative package that aims to protect the civil and human rights of New Yorkers while promoting communication, transparency and accountability in everyday interactions between the NYPD and the public. 

Location:
City Hall, New York City

For full event details, visit JFREJ's website.
Learn more about the Right To Know Act at www.changethenypd.org/RightToKnowAct.

Pack the Court for Ramarley Graham

Starting Tuesday, January 17th, NYPD Officer Richard Haste (the officer who shot & killed Ramarley Graham in front of his brother & grandmother) will finally face an NYPD administrative trial - almost 5 YEARS after Ramarley was killed. During the trial, join us to pack the court to stand with Ramarley's family and send a strong message that New Yorkers are watching this important case. We will no longer stand for the injustice of police brutality; we demand NYPD fire Haste & the 12+ other officers involved in Ramarley’s killing.

Location:
1 Police Plaza, 4th Floor

Time: Court Starts at 10am each day; early arrival is recommended.
For full event details, visit our Facebook Event page.

Faith Rally and Press Conference for Mohamed Bah

On Thursday, Jan. 12 at 12pm join Mohamed Bah's family and faith leaders from across NYC to call on US Attorney Preet Bharara to stand for justice - in spite of Trump's presidency and appointments - by holding the NYPD officers who killed Mohamed Bah accountable.

Location:
Southern District of the Department Of Justice, One Saint Andrews, near One Police Plaza. (4/5/6 to Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall, J/Z to Chambers or R to City Hall)

For more info, email iman [at] interfaithcenter.org.

Know Your Rights/Sanctuary Congregation 101 Workshop

Join Faith in New York, Refuge Temple Annex, 1199 SEIU, and the Legal Aid Society for a for a dual workshop to review your rights if stopped by police agencies as well as information on declaring your house of worship as a sanctuary congregation. 

Location:
1199 SEIU Headquarters, 310 W. 43rd Street, NY 10036

Time: Doors open at 5:30pm; Program 6:00-8:00pm
Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP Required. Click here for more info & RSVP or email contactus [at] faithinnewyork.org.

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