WUFPAC Toy Drive for CFN
Rebecca Parker Rebecca Parker

WUFPAC Toy Drive for CFN

The Women United For Progress Allen County (WUFPAC) Facebook group has organized a toy and gift drive for us! If you're not in Fort Wayne, you can still contribute by shopping through our Target registry or by supporting our ongoing efforts to end violence with a monetary donation.

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Nonviolence November: Taking Action for Change
Rebecca Parker Rebecca Parker

Nonviolence November: Taking Action for Change

Nonviolence is more than a concept; it's a call to action that empowers each of us to make a difference in our communities. By embracing the principles of love, truth, and community, we can collectively challenge violence and foster a culture of nonviolence.

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6/27/24 Day of Action
E. Jackson E. Jackson

6/27/24 Day of Action

Join us this Thursday, 6/27, from 12-6 pm on the Allen County Courthouse lawn, as we honor the lives of Linzell Parhm, Dachena Warren-Hill, and all those whose lives have been taken by violence. Together, with the victims' families and local advocates, we will lift up those who have suffered immense and tragic loss and seek meaningful actions and reforms that prioritize community safety.

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"A Celebration of Freedom" by Ms. Khalilah Hanan
Elisiana Diaz-Martin Elisiana Diaz-Martin

"A Celebration of Freedom" by Ms. Khalilah Hanan

Juneteenth, which falls on June 19th every year, marks the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas. It reminds us of their long struggle for freedom and equality. We invite you to delve into this creative writing piece, "A Celebration of Freedom," by Ms. Khalilah Hanan.

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Our Statement on SB480
Rebecca Parker Rebecca Parker

Our Statement on SB480

We stand in solidarity with our queer neighbors, staff, and volunteers, urging everyone to actively engage in civic participation by contacting your representatives and voting! Together, we can dismantle systemic barriers, eradicate discrimination, and foster an environment where everyone can thrive without fear of losing their lives let alone their healthcare.

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Our Statement on the Palestinian and Israeli Conflict
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Our Statement on the Palestinian and Israeli Conflict

The Center for Nonviolence advocates for peace, compassion, and justice. The ongoing Palestinian and Israeli conflict, marked by historical grievances and suffering, fuels polarization and hate worldwide. We urge a ceasefire, peaceful negotiation, and global solidarity to end this prolonged cycle of violence.

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Breaking the Silence: Everyone Knows Someone
Rebecca Parker Rebecca Parker

Breaking the Silence: Everyone Knows Someone

In October, we come together to observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), shining a spotlight on an often concealed yet widespread issue. #Every1KnowsSome1 serves as a poignant reminder that domestic violence impacts countless lives. As a community, we hold the power to end the silence, provide vital support to survivors, and catalyze transformative change. Explore this blog for three straightforward actions you can take today!

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Anti-Trans Medical Care Bill Becomes Law in Indiana
Rebecca Parker Rebecca Parker

Anti-Trans Medical Care Bill Becomes Law in Indiana

We are devastated by the loss of gender-affirming healthcare for minors in Indiana with the recent signing into law of Senate Bill 480. We remain committed to supporting and advocating for the rights of all individuals, regardless of their age, gender, or sexuality. We believe everyone has the right to make their own decisions about their bodies and their lives, without fear of discrimination or persecution.

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Banned Books Spotlight
E. Jackson E. Jackson

Banned Books Spotlight

Every week during #BlackHistoryBlackFutures Month, we are spotlighting Banned Black Books. These books, and many others, have been deemed too dangerous to read in schools and libraries across the country for simply being by and about Black people. We encourage you, as a powerful act of love and nonviolent resistance, to read, buy, and share these books.

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August Newsletter
Rebecca Parker Rebecca Parker

August Newsletter

Leaders from within our organization are actively engaged in creating a space to process what this historical shift away from gender equality and basic reproductive rights means for our clients and the communities we serve. We have formed a specialized, internal task force post the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the passing of Indiana SB 1.

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February Newsletter
E. Jackson E. Jackson

February Newsletter

The Center for Nonviolence was founded on the belief that love is a calling; one that extends well beyond ourselves; a calling that is rooted in a deep understanding of care, compassion, and accountability as acts of love, not only love for those closest to us but for those we have been taught to fear and reject.

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January Newsletter
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January Newsletter

Dr. King once said, “We adopt the means of nonviolence because our end is a community at peace with itself. We will try to persuade with our words, but if our words fail, we will persuade with our acts.” Far from being ephemeral and amorphous, nonviolence has shape and form.

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Why Include Pronouns?
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Why Include Pronouns?

In this post, we provide insight on why we include pronouns in our introductions, email signatures, descriptions of staff and coordinating panel members, etc. Art by @maxine.sarah.art on Instagram.

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Our Statement on TXSB8
Center for Nonviolence Center for Nonviolence

Our Statement on TXSB8

The Center for Nonviolence stands with women, girls, and pregnant persons who want to exercise their constitutional right to access safe, affordable reproductive healthcare.

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Covid-19 Pandemic Response Plan
Center for Nonviolence Center for Nonviolence

Covid-19 Pandemic Response Plan

We thank our clients, staff, referring agencies, supporters, and fellow communitity members for their understanding and patience throughout the pandemic. We have worked diligently to implement protocols and proceedures that will ensure the safety of everyone who comes through our doors.

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