Articles tagged as: racial justice, racial justice
December 31, 2020
The Work, Funding And Challenges Of Addressing The Root Causes Of Violence
Many Indianapolis organizations, public and private, hope to lower violent crime by addressing root causes. These groups mentor, feed people, increase employment opportunities, reduce homelessness and connect those in need with mental health services. This series reports on their work, their funding and their ongoing challenges.
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Wellness Center Expands To Help Black Women Cope
Amid the twin pandemics of the disproportionate impact of the coronavirus on Black Hoosiers and the reckoning with systemic racism in America, Glynita Bell, a behavioral therapist and licensed clinical social worker, says she's opened her door to more Black women who need emotional support.
Read MoreDecember 24, 2020
Doctor's Video Alleges Bias In COVID Care -- Just Before She Dies
The video -- with its allegations of racial insensitivity -- has sparked an outcry on social media. Some commenters -- including doctors -- say the allegations reflect long-standing structural racism within the medical profession.
Read MoreDecember 14, 2020
Artists, Activists Rush To Save Black Lives Matter Murals
During weeks of protests over social injustice, messages of anguish and hope appeared on boarded-up windows as residents turned miles of plywood into canvases. Now, across the country, groups are taking measures to keep the art alive.
Read MoreNovember 23, 2020
ACLU Of Indiana Sues School Officials Over T-shirt Dispute
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana is suing officials at a northern Indiana school, alleging that they violated a Black student's constitutional rights by sending him home for wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the text, "I hope I dont get killed for being Black today."
Read MoreNovember 14, 2020
Attorneys For Family Of Dreasjon Reed Speak Out On Grand Jury Decision
Attorneys for the family of Dreasjon Reed spoke out Saturday on a grand jury's decision not to indict the IMPD officer who shot and killed the 21-year old. Following the virtual press conference protests continued in IMPD's Northwest District.
Read MoreNovember 11, 2020
Dozens Of Protesters March To IMPD Northwest District, Call For Justice In Dreasjon Reed Case
Several dozen protesters gathered for the second consecutive night following the announcement that an Indianapolis police officer would not face criminal charges in the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Dreasjon Reed.
Read MoreOctober 22, 2020
Indianapolis Hospital Groups Pledge To Fight Racism As 'Public Health Crisis'
In a joint statement, the leaders of Community Health Network, Eskenazi Health and Indiana University Health say they want to go on record in pledging to do more to end health disparities and inequity.
Read MoreOctober 22, 2020
Why This Indiana Activist Works For The Immigrant Community
As we conclude our series on young activists, we meet Maria Duenas Lopez, a first generation Mexican-American who advocates for immigrants. Side Effects Public Medias Darian Benson interviewed her about the importance of an inclusive democracy.
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