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ICUJP Friday Forum
August 16th, 7:30-9:30 am Pacific
Demilitarizing Police in California and
Los Angeles:
A Primer for Activists
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Event Description:
What can be done to rein in such militarized policing? John Lindsay-Poland of American Friends Service Committee will discuss a state law, AB481, that requires transparency and accountability for the military equipment used by law enforcement and how communities can use the law and make themselves heard. He will be joined by local activists focused on these issues in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
California Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481) is a law that went into effect in 2022 requiring California law enforcement agencies to publish information about military equipment used in policing and carceral facilities. AB 481 also requires the local governing body to approve the acquisition, use and policies of the military equipment.
AB 481 also requires a community meeting, providing transparency and an opportunity to push back on the widespread use of military gear by local law enforcement, which has been disproportionately been used against Black and Brown people and already marginalized neighborhoods.
Join us to learn more about AB 481 and how to use the law to advocate for more transparency and accountability of militarized law enforcement in our own communities.
Join the conversation with our speakers:
Carolina Goodman is the Chair of the Committee on Criminal Justice Reform for the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles
John Lindsay-Poland co-directs the California Healing Justice program of AFSC and co-authored the "Care First, Jails Last resolution" adopted by Alameda County.
He has written about, researched and organized action for human rights and demilitarization of U.S. policy, especially in Latin America, for more than 30 years. He left his studies at Harvard University to participate in international disarmament organizing and to accompany Central Americans threatened with political violence.
Yadi Younse is a Legislative Advocate for Oakland Privacy.
Learn More/Here's how YOU can help:
AFSC AB481 Advocacy Toolkit |
7:30 - 7:35 Log in and socialize
7:35 - 7:45 Welcome and introductions
7:45 - 7:50 Reflection (5 min. maximum)
7:50 - 9:15 Program and Q&A
9:15 - 9:20 Announcements
9:20 - 9:30 Closing circle and prayer
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Facilitator: Steve Rohde
Reflector: Rebecca Arvizu
Here's how to join the online meeting:
To join by video conference, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device. Click on the link to join the meeting and then enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You'll be able to see slides and video, as well as speakers and other attendees.
If you prefer to join by phone, you'll be prompted to enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You won't be able to see the visuals or attendees, but you can view them on the meeting video recording afterward.
If you're new to Zoom and would like to use the video option, we recommend you download the app well ahead of time.
ICUJP Friday Forum 08/16/24
Time: 07:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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SAVE THE DATE!
Pursuing Justice and Peace
ICUJP 2024 Rev. George F. Regas Courageous Peacemaker Awards
Passing the Torch: Working for Justice and Peace from City Hall to Palestine
Sunday, September 8, 2024 • 3:00-5:00 pm
Holman United Methodist Church, 3320 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018
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We will be recognizing the icons of social justice that were integral in founding ICUJP 23 years ago: Reverend James Lawson, Dr. Maher Hathout, Rabbi Leonard Beerman, and Rev. George Regas. We will also be honoring the current generation of leaders calling for justice and peace, including Hedab Tarifi and Tahil Sharma.
Stay tuned for more details on this great event!
Only days after the devastating 9/11 attacks, the late Rev. George F. Regas brought together Christians, Jews, Muslims, Quakers, humanists and people of many faiths and beliefs to establish Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace, with the mission that Religious Communities Must Stop Blessing War and Violence.
Since its founding 22 years ago, ICUJP has remained true to George's vision, holding over 1,000 Friday Forums with speakers from all over the world, and engaging in a wide range of activities to advance the struggle for justice and peace.
The event is free, but we would appreciate voluntary donations of $25, $50 or $100 per person. See below regarding Sponsorship packages.
ICUJP operates as a largely volunteer organization with a small part-time paid staff. The annual Rev. George F. Regas Courageous Peacemaker Awards event is our primary fundraising activity of the year.
Please become a cosponsor. The benefits included at each level of sponsorship are shown below. Please purchase a package and submit a Tribute Ad honoring the life and legacy of Rev. George Regas, or the inspiring work of the extraordinary individuals and organizations we are honoring, or the over 22 years of important work done by ICUJP
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Individual sponsor tickets to help underwrite our expenses are $25, $50, $70, and $100 apiece. To spread our vision of peace and justice, the online event will be free to anyone around the world and will be posted indefinitely on our website.
Please let us know of your interest in becoming a sponsor by emailing [email protected]. Thanks very much for your generous support. We look forward to your co-sponsorship.
Thanks for everything you do in pursuit of justice and peace.
On behalf of ICUJP's Board of Directors,
Stephen Rohde
Chair
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