The New Orleans Regional Leadership Institute (NORLI) conducts an exercise, the Race of Life, which demonstrates that life is not a fair race.
Justice & Equality Special Issue
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During this pivotal time in history, Operation Restoration’s Safety and Freedom Fund continues its work to help those that have been unjustly held in jail and can’t afford bail.
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In the U.S., Black people represent 13% of the population and 22% live in poverty.
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The New Orleans Women and Children’s Shelter is proud to be a part of our community safety net, promoting equity through immediate wrap-around and long-term support for homeless families.
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We were asked for 100 words highlighting efforts to combat racism and fight for justice for the black community.
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I started Wilcox Academy in 2006 to provide high-quality care for the predominantly African American children of the seventh ward community.
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Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans addresses racism through our multiple programs geared to helping people overcome the burden of poverty.
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We currently see the realities of racial inequality that often spark debates but not thoughtful conversations.
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The Historic New Orleans Collection (THNOC) consistently documents systemic injustices of our community.
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In New Orleans, children experience trauma at rates that far surpass youth in the rest of the country.
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People have turned to art for centuries to express the human experience and in particular to express emotions and comment on social injustice.
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The Jefferson Community Foundation (JCF) expresses our solidarity with all those taking actions to change the inequity and systematic racism that oppresses the Black members of our communities.
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After the premiere of “Up From The Streets,” I sat with musician Greg Stafford and discussed topics in the film – the removal of civil war memorials, social justice and civil rights.
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The last few weeks have been filled with some of the most intense combinations of news events I’ve ever experienced in the 25 years I’ve worked as a photojournalist in New Orleans.
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On New Orleans’ streets, we see those familiar, tireless faces who have been marching, advocating and demanding racial and economic justice for years.