Social Justice Resource Center
Upcoming Events
Title: Keys to Appreciating Other Cultures
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 5:30 to 7:00 pm
Join Center of Life for a special presentation followed by an engaging Vibe session where teens can share their thoughts and explore the respectful aspects of interacting with different people, including the distinction between appreciation and appropriation.
Event Description
Through a short presentation and engaging vibe session, teens will discuss the history and power dynamics behind appropriation and the harm it causes to society. They also will learn how to make thoughtful choices to avoid disrespect when engaging with other cultures. Together, they will celebrate diverse cultures by honoring and connecting with others in meaningful ways, sharing a meal, and making new friends.
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Standing for Justice
The SJRC is committed to supporting and protecting the health, safety, and dignity of all people. Those who are most impacted by the injustices throughout our country must be the leaders who address these problems and train others to recognize these problems.
These leaders must be empowered to make impactful decisions that bring about change. The Social Justice Resource Center will provide the mechanisms for leaders of all ages to work together and with the community at large to address systemic injustices.
For an up-to-date calendar of the SJRC’s events, click here.
Defending Human Rights
The video highlights the challenges immigrants face and the importance of advocating for their rights through legal support and community action. It features activists and lawyers working to ensure fair treatment and opportunities for all. For more information and resources, visit the links below.
Additional Resources
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Legal Orientation Program (LOP):
https://acaciajustice.org/what-we-do/legal-orientation-program-lop/Immigration Court Helpdesk:
https://acaciajustice.org/what-we-do/immigration-court-helpdesk/Family Group Legal Orientation Program:
https://acaciajustice.org/what-we-do/family-group-legal-orientation-program/Counsel for Children Initiative:
https://acaciajustice.org/what-we-do/counsel-for-children-initiative/
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Amica Center Press Release (Critique of DOJ’s Pause on Legal Programs):
https://amicacenter.org/press-releases/experts-decry-dojs-forced-pause-of-vital-legal-programs-for-vulnerable-immigrants/#DefendDueProcess Toolkit:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/15gD33PaWfaGDMMOfUETuYlFByssh4TXlsc0Pnrj5fzA/
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Petition to Congress (American Immigration Lawyers Association):
https://www.change.org/ProtectImmigrantFamiliesNational Immigrant Legal Resource Alliance (NILRA) (Website under construction):
http://www.nilra.org
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Know Your Rights Guide #1 (National Immigrant Justice Center):
https://immigrantjustice.org/know-your-rights/mass-deportation-threatsKnow Your Rights Guide #2 (ACLU):
https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/immigrants-rightsICE Detention Facility Locator:
https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/search
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U.S. Human Rights Cities Alliance (HRCA):
Questions about the HRCA can be directed to:
And, join the group to receive these newsletters and stay up to date on current events here:
Finally, for additional information or questions, contact:
Bettina Schlegel, Acacia Justice- bschlegel@acaciajustice.org