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Hello Changemaker 👋 Welcome to The REYET Up Newsletter! Thank you to everyone who has supported our efforts at Reyets, as we continue to empower others to know their rights. This week we highlight National Domestic Violence Prevention Month, campaign a Latinx civil rights pioneer, showcase a social impact platform in the DMV, and much more! |
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Reyets Question of the Week: What are the confidentiality laws in Washington, D.C. for counselors of domestic violence victims? |
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Answer: In short, all communication with domestic violence counselors must be kept confidential with a few exceptions. Those exceptions include: Counselors can share your information if you provide them with written permission. Shared information can be provided to the Metropolitan Police Department, fellow counselors, and program departments. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Here's a question, brought to you by the Reyets app, relevant to domestic violence. #nationaldomesticviolenceawarenessmonth #preventdomesticviolence #confidentiality #knowyourreyets #share |
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🙋🏽♀️ Civil Rights Pioneer |
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Do you know about the young lady who helped to desegregate California's public schools? Meet Sylvia Mendez |
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⚡️ In The News Learn How The Equal Act Can Seize Racial Disparities in Drug-related Sentencing |
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Born to Mexican and Puerto Rican immigrants, Sylvia Mendez was expected to go to a segregated school for Mexican students as a child. But when Mendez was in the third grade, her parents sued the all-white Westminster School District after they denied entry to Mendez and her siblings. The landmark case, Mendez v. Westminster, was settled in 1947, which successfully desegregated public schools in California. The case was the first ruling in the U.S. to rule in favor of desegregation, setting a precedent for future cases like Brown v. Board of Education (1954). After successfully completing her education, Mendez worked in nursing for 30 years. She's gone on to become a civil rights activist in her own right, speaking publicly on her historic case and advocating for Hispanic student rights in the U.S. In 2011, President Barack Obama awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work in civil rights. She is proof that young people are facilitators of change! #schooldesegeration #latinxheritagemonth #thechildrenarethefuture #share #standupforyourreyets |
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H.R. 1693 — or the EQUAL Act — passed in the House by a 143-16 vote, on September 28, 2021. The measure now heads to the Senate for consideration. The Equal Act addresses the disparities in crack cocaine sentencing in the U.S. Criminal justice advocates believe that the bill has the chance of passing in the Senate. In fact, the Justice Department previously endorsed the Equal Act bill in June. America's racialized history regarding crack cocaine and cocaine, specifically in regards to the consequences and legal pursuits, dates back to the War on Drugs (1980s). The War on Drugs was a rhetorical political war coined by the Reagan administration to ‘crack-down’ on drug offense; specifically taking place in BIPOC communities. The War on Drugs was a significant factor in the mass incarceration epidemic within America. With that said, the Equal Act has the potential to write a new narrative and, with great hope, end this war for good! |
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A proverb from the Akon people of West Africa signifies community: Boa me na me mmoa wo meaning help me to help you. The Village Café embodies the practice of this proverb. Established in 2018 by three Washingtonians—Kevon King, Mahammad Mangum and Ryan Williams— The Village Café uses the collective market platforms, wherein businesses with complimentary resources work together to sustain one another. Located in Washington D.C.’s thriving Union Market District, The Village Café curated a atmosphere dedicated to people, space, and impact. |
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| | People: community, customers, and creatives. |
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| | Space: Both metaphorically- "give space"- and physically. The Village Team provides community members, ranging from local artist to BIPOC business-owners, space to showcase their work and talents. For example, they host occasional panels, performances, and pop-up shops. |
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| | Impact: Much bigger than coffee and delicious pastries! The Village Team seeks to facilitate opportunities for those systematically disenfranchised. All in all, the mission of The Village is to uplift the platforms of others for the greater good of the community at large. |
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