LONG BEACH COMMUNITY PEACE AND JUSTICE SUMMIT
We shall address the devastating effects of the failed “War on Drugs” and the many barriers to re-entry that people confront when coming out of prison. Speakers at the Summit will talk about the damage felt by whole communities as a result of imprisoning people at alarming rates, communities who were already underserved to begin with and in need of more services and resources. Elected officials, policy makers, administrative leaders and government personnel will hear presentations and testimony from those directly affected by our criminal justice policies and practices. We will share specific changes and policy reform needed for us to be treated fairly and as equals in society, including declaring the end to the broken “War on Drugs”.
The US Supreme Court has ruled that California must release tens of thousands of non-serious, non-violent, non-sexual inmates back into their communities due to overcrowding. In so doing, AB-109 was en-acted by Governor Brown. Long Beach will experience a vast majority of these individuals coming back home, as it is a concentrated city that has incarcerated many under the “non-non-non.”
The failed “War on Drugs” and the “get tough on crime” policies created barriers for us in employment, housing, social services and family reunification. Denying us access to basic needs such as food and shelter is inhumane and traps us at the bottom of society without the possibility to live decently, fulfill our potential and leaves us vulnerable to cycling back into prison.
In a nation that prides itself on democracy, freedom and justice for all, it is crucial that we ban together to ensure that all people are treated with respect and have the opportunity to make the most of one’s life because “nobody’s free until everybody’s free.”
We urge the public to come out and join us, as we address issues that will help curtail recidivism and create a safer community with specific results stemming from voices that speak to Peace & Justice.
Contact: Fanya Baruti @ 323-357-8431 Office 562-688-0472 Cell
Long Beach Councilman Dee Andrews 562-570-6816 Office ---Attn: Tonya Martin
Please join us for this historical event. You will truly find yourself empowered and leave with the ability to enhance your life by knowing diplomatically how to address change and see the manifestations of successful outcomes.
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