Fresh Out--Black Family Liberation in the Punishment Age
Join us as we consider the multi-generational impact of punishment culture on Black Family wellbeing. We will illuminate how public systems that profess to protect, heal, and rehabilitate, actually harm, traumatize and intentionally dismantle Black families.
2024 Freedom Summer Symposium Flyer
The Freedom Summer Symposium outcome determines where Institute For Black Justice will narrow its focus in 2025. Be a part of our solutions focused process by:
1) Registering to attend the Freedom Summer Symposium,
2) Take the EPA Pledge to commit to doing your part for a just and equitable future for all.
3) Join the IBJ ACES Leadership Program if you are between the ages of 18 and 35.
Highlights From The 2023 Freedom Summer Symposium
The FSS theme for last year was based on Black Wall Street and Getting The Bag.
Keynote Speaker
Welcoming Remarks
Welcoming Emcee
Pierce County Commissioner Superior Court Judicial Candidate
Pierce County Commissioner Superior Court Judicial Candidate
Pierce County Commissioner Superior Court Judicial Candidate
Pierce County Commissioner Superior Court Judicial Candidate
Pierce County Commissioner Superior Court Judicial Candidate
Doris Walkins
Pierce County Councilmember Ryan Mello
Pierce County Commissioner Superior Court Judicial Candidate
Pierce County Councilmember Ryan Mello
Ryan Mello
Keynote and Morning Moderator
Keynote and Morning Moderator
Keynote and Morning Moderator
Dialogue Emcee
Keynote and Morning Moderator
Keynote and Morning Moderator
Lived Experience Panel
Donor Appreciation
Dr. Ahlmahz Negash
Talent
ACES Takeover
ACES Fellow & IBJ Legal Advocacy Assistant
ACES Fellow & IBJ Legal Advocacy Assistant
ACES Fellow & IBJ Legal Advocacy Assistant
Our 2024 Major Donors & Partners
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