#ECSUMMIT24 RECAP: Imagining Renaissance
The Arts & Culture Committee‘s workshop asked participants to imagine what their community might look and feel like if the arts were fully integrated into the fabric of their community. The activities […]
#ECSUMMIT24 RECAP: The Case for Open Space
The Empowerment Congress’ Environmental Committee organized the Youth Summit at the 24th Annual Empowerment Congress Summit on Saturday, January 16, 2016. “The Case for Open Space” was an interactive workshop designed […]
Emerging Civic Leaders Committee
Emerging Civic Leaders – Past Meetings & Events
2018 Events Monday, October 22, 2018 – Woke Vote: Why Your Vote Matters 2016 Events Thursday, October 13, 2016 – The Ballot Initiative Event Thursday, September 29, 2016 – The Civic Engagement Event […]
Emerging Civic Leaders – Upcoming Meetings & Events
Emerging Civic Leaders – About the Committee
Re-Entry to Restoration
Public Safety & Justice Committee This workshop aims to address a critical component of an effective justice system: developing and implementing successful strategies for reintegrating justice-involved populations in our community. This […]
Homeless Individuals and Trauma: The Road to Healing and Recovery
Mental Health Committee This workshop will bring trauma-informed knowledge and advocacy to the Board of Supervisors’ leading-edge initiatives – homelessness, diversion of mentally ill individuals from local jails, and returning […]
I Am My Brother’s Keeper – Badge or No Badge
Human Services Committee and Public Safety & Justice Committee This workshop seeks to increase tolerance and understanding between law enforcement and young men of color while promoting healing and to […]
The Case for Open Space
Environmental Committee The Case for Open Space workshop is designed specifically for high school to young adult-aged youth to engage in an ongoing discussion about the benefits of open space […]