Open House – Second Chance Month!

Second Chance Risk Reduction Center 3100 Broadway Blvd, Ste1230, Kansas City, United States

Join us at our new Risk Reduction Center and help celebrate National Second Chance Month!

Free

Youth Ambassadors – Mock Interview Event

Youth Ambassadors 3130 Troost Ave, KANSAS CITY, MO, United States

Youth Ambassadors is a strengths-based educational, non-profit employment program designed to empower underserved Greater Kansas City youth, ages 14 -18, to use their talents to contribute to the safety and vitality of our neighborhoods and communities. The Mock Interview Day is one way we prepare our teens for success and bright futures. Our Ambassadors will […]

LiberatED 2

Bruce R Watkins Cultural Center 3700 Blue Parkway, Kansas Cit,, MO, United States

Brothers Liberating Our Communities (BLOC) is an organization working to increase the number of Black Male Educators in schools. Our conference, LiberatED 2 will recognize and celebrate the work Black Male Educators across the country and locally for their vital role in Liberating Our Communities. Register HERE.

$25
Event Series Tap In Center – Kansas City

Tap In Center – assistance resolving warrants

Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Kansas City Public Library is partnering with several justice involved organizations to provide a Tap In Center at our Lucile H. Bluford Branch. The Tap In Center is designed to be a safe space for individuals in Jackson County (Missouri) who need assistance resolving warrants. At the Tap In Center, individuals can check for outstanding […]

Free

2024 HE[ART]LAND Fellowship Showcase

The Education Pavilion at Starlight 4600 Starlight Rd, Kasas City, Missouri, United States

Please join us in experiencing "THESE HANDS TIED," a HELAND Production featuring 2024 Fellows; Melissa Ferrer Civil (Poet), Tiffany Michelle (Actress), Luke "Skippy" Harbour (Musician), Rylan Scott Keeling (Poet),  Nathan Thomas (Comedian), Marcel "M.A.D. Prophet" Daly (Musician), Casha Mills "God's Favorite" (Artist), Paris Williams (Rapper). The HELAND Fellowship Program is our cornerstone program. Every year, […]

$15.00

Kansas City United for Safety Follow-Up

Kansas City Convention Center 301 W 13th St, Kansas City, United States

Join us as we bring together elected officials, community leaders, law enforcement, neighborhood and grassroots organizations, health professionals, educators, business leaders, violence prevention specialists, and academic scholars to discuss strategies and collective actions to reduce gun violence in Kansas City. Our goal is to update local strategies, review national best practices and further develop and […]

Hope Transformation Healing

Ewing Marion Kauffman School 6401 The Paseo, Kansas City, United States

Join us at a Community Violence Workshop and be a part of the solution! A presentation will include information on the causes and impacts of violence in our community, a Youth panel will provide their perspective, a continental breakfast and food pantry will also be provided.

Pee Wee’s Walk

Spirit of Freedom Fountain 3708 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

Join us for our 6th Annual Pee Wee's Walk! This walk honors the lives lost to violence in Kansas City and shows support for our community that is grieving. We aim for this walk to be one of remembrance, hope, and motivation for a safer community for everyone.

$15 – $25

Peace Ride and Family Event #12

Swope Park 4010 Starlight Rd, Kansas City, United States

The 12th Peace Ride and Family Event is a celebration of family, cars, motorcycles, food and live entertainment in an outdoor setting at the Swope Park Bandstand.  The Ride consists of over 100 vehicles of all descriptions that leave and return to Swope Park after traveling through some of the most troubled neighborhoods in our […]

Free

Event Series Reentry Subcommittee

Reentry Subcommittee

Second Chance Risk Reduction Center 3100 Broadway Blvd, Ste1230, Kansas City, United States

Subcommittee of KC360 focused on actionable efforts at reducing barriers in the community for our justice impacted community members. Actively working on planning an education event for bistate employers to implement comprehensive fair hiring practices and become compliant with the Ban the Box ordinance passed by KCMO City Council in 2018.

Free
Event Series Tap In Center – Kansas City

Tap In Center – assistance resolving warrants

Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Kansas City Public Library is partnering with several justice involved organizations to provide a Tap In Center at our Lucile H. Bluford Branch. The Tap In Center is designed to be a safe space for individuals in Jackson County (Missouri) who need assistance resolving warrants. At the Tap In Center, individuals can check for outstanding […]

Free

Stop the Bleed KC

Greater Kansas City Chambers 30 West Pershing Road #STE 301, Kansas City, United States

Come join us at the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce for an important event focused on learning life-saving techniques. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to Stop the Bleed in emergency situations. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply want to be prepared to help others, this event is for you. Don't miss this opportunity to gain […]

Free

Second Chance: Welcome Back!

Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

Returning home from incarceration is difficult, but we're so glad you're home! This event will bring together a variety of community programs supporting and serving our justice involved community. Each quarterly event provides resources to address employment, education, health,  financial and more needs.  Please join us and allow our community resources to help you!

Free

Lyrik’s Service Day

27th & Prospect E 27th St & Prospect Ave, Kansas City, United States

Come Partner with Lyrik's Institution Saturday, May 25th, 11am-2pm at 27th & Prospect. This event will: Clean up the corner and surrounding area Give away food and water Supply people and families with resources our city has to offer

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