Rooted, Ready & Rising: What I Carried Home from CBC Week
At CBC Week 2026, Dr. Shawanna Vaughn reflects on public safety, mental health, and Detroit leadership, and shares five ways to support community healing after the conference.
Social Justice
Hustling to Stay Alive: A Plea from the Working Poor, Veterans, Survivors, and the Forgotten
Dr. Shawanna Vaughn shares her journey as a cancer survivor living with chronic illness while examining how healthcare costs, poverty, disability, and systemic inequality leave millions of Americans fighting not just disease, but survival itself.
Missouri Vlasic Classic 2026: Golf, Advocacy, and the Fight to Bring Jarred Shaw Home
The 2026 Missouri Vlasic Classic returns May 1–3, raising funds for The Forgotten Prisoner and Jarred Shaw, an American athlete imprisoned in Indonesia over cannabis gummies, as industry leaders rally for justice and reform.
Congressional Black Caucus 2025: Silent Cry Inc. Hosts Pivotal Panel on Community Safety and Justice Reform
Silent Cry Inc. hosted a powerful Congressional Black Caucus 2025 panel on community safety and justice reform—uniting leaders from across the nation in a call to action for Black America.
Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association Takes Center Stage at the 2025 Reservation Economic Summit
The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) takes center stage at the 2025 Reservation Economic Summit, advocating for the growth of Indigenous hemp and cannabis industries. Learn how tribes are leading the way in agricultural, economic, and tourism development
A Message from NORML’s New Board Chair: Advancing Justice in Cannabis Reform
Joseph Bondy, NORML's new Board Chair, reflects on the connection between racial justice and cannabis reform. Committed to equitable legalization, NORML aims to address the harms of cannabis prohibition and advocate for policies that benefit communities most affected by systemic racism.
40 Tons MJBizCon & Equity Row: Pushing for Social Equity in the Cannabis Industry
40 Tons, led by Loriel Alegrete, Corvain Cooper and Anthony Alegrete, showcased its impactful "Equity Row" activation at MJBizCon 2024, spotlighting justice-impacted cannabis businesses. The brand advocates for restorative justice and equitable opportunities in the cannabis industry.
Thelonious Searcy: A Fight for Justice Amid Systemic Corruption
Thelonious Searcy, wrongfully convicted in 2004, calls for justice as new evidence reveals misconduct by Wayne County prosecutors and police. With a court date set for October 25, Searcy aims to highlight systemic issues in the Detroit justice system. Stand with him.
Jamaal "BIG Paypa" Williams: Championing Mental Health and Empowering Communities Through the Federal Nightmarez Podcast
Jamaal "BIG Paypa" Williams, CEO of Federal Nightmarez podcast, leverages his personal journey from federal prison to advocate for mental health awareness. His podcast offers support and resources, aiming to break the stigma and inspire open discussions about mental well-being.
Fighting Housing Injustice: How Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Struggle with Housing
Addressing the critical need for fair housing policies for formerly incarcerated individuals, with high homelessness rates and barriers to stable housing. Advocates like Shawanna Vaughn, Antoniese Gant, and Ucedrah Osby emphasize the need for change and support for housing equality.
Kiyomi Kowalski of Project Shema and Jewbian Princess on Antisemitism in DEI
Kiyomi Kowalski, VP of Partnerships at advocacy nonprofit Project Shema, is dedicated to combating antisemitism through vital discussions. She explains how education on unconscious bias can jumpstart healing conversations.
DEI in Progressive Spaces
As a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategist for organizations from Fortune 500 companies to nonprofits; April Powers, founder of @jewbianprincess explains how she handles intense discussions surrounding the Israel-Hamas war.
Spend Giving Tuesday With Silent Cry Inc: Helping Communities Treat Trauma By Harvesting Hope
On Giving Tuesday, human rights nonprofit Silent Cry Inc. has much to be thankful for this year. Help the organization continue programs that benefit local communities, provide healing from trauma, and offer aid to those reentering society after incarceration.
Remembering Daniel F. Jones: Reaching Back To Continue Work For Michigan's Kids
Nationally-renowned criminal justice advocate Daniel F. Jones, murdered in 2022, lives on through a new Michigan bill: The Daniel Jones Juveniles in Incarceration Education Act, which seeks to improve the well-being of youths imprisoned throughout the state.
Families United: Working To Turn Tragedy Into Healing And Change, For Breonna Taylor And Jacob Blake Jr.'s Legacies
Following the 2020 murder of Breonna Taylor and police shooting of Jacob Blake, Jr, their families are leading the movement for justice. Bianca Austin and Jacob Blake, Sr. are the founders of Families United, an organization supporting victims of police violence and misconduct.
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