Join ThirdSpace Action Lab and the Cleveland NAACP for a special civic education opportunity. William Tarter Jr., Public Policy and External Affairs Fellow at the Center for Community Solutions, will deliver a presentation about the current funding structure for maintaining the stadiums for Cleveland's major sports teams. Given important deals and deadlines on the horizon, Tarter will present important questions for citizens to consider as the plans move forward.

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82933624002?pwd=YkhOMnp1ZFV6L0cwYThnbVcwUXpJdz09

DOPE IS DEATH is the story of how the Young Lords and Black Panther Party—two inner-city human rights activist groups— created the first acupuncture detoxification program in America. In 1973 the Lincoln Detox Acupuncture center was birthed from social and political movements sweeping the nation. These primarily minority-led human rights organizations, whose ideals and methods were often deemed radical by mainstream standards, were demanding affordable, quality community healthcare and social justice. This was especially true concerning the New York City heroin epidemic ravaging underserved communities. Their drive to create a chemical-free detox program was in response to Nixon’s methadone maintenance programs. The government-funded clinics used methadone to curb the painful heroin withdrawal symptoms but did not focus on eradicating chemical dependency. With Dr. Mutulu Shakur, stepfather of Tupac Shukur, serving as the Lincoln center’s frontman, the detox program helped hundreds of patients in a safe and effective way. This compelling documentary profiles a visionary community healthcare program created by the people for the people, which ultimately led to a protocol practiced in over 600 healthcare facilities in the U.S. alone. (In English and Spanish with subtitles)

DOPE IS DEATH is the story of how the Young Lords and Black Panther Party—two inner-city human rights activist groups— created the first acupuncture detoxification program in America. In 1973 the Lincoln Detox Acupuncture center was birthed from social and political movements sweeping the nation. These primarily minority-led human rights organizations, whose ideals and methods were often deemed radical by mainstream standards, were demanding affordable, quality community healthcare and social justice. This was especially true concerning the New York City heroin epidemic ravaging underserved communities. Their drive to create a chemical-free detox program was in response to Nixon’s methadone maintenance programs. The government-funded clinics used methadone to curb the painful heroin withdrawal symptoms but did not focus on eradicating chemical dependency. With Dr. Mutulu Shakur, stepfather of Tupac Shukur, serving as the Lincoln center’s frontman, the detox program helped hundreds of patients in a safe and effective way. This compelling documentary profiles a visionary community healthcare program created by the people for the people, which ultimately led to a protocol practiced in over 600 healthcare facilities in the U.S. alone. (In English and Spanish with subtitles)

The United States is home to a startling statistic: the country currently has a higher percentage of its population in prison than any other society in the history of western civilization. Yet, mass incarceration does little to address the underlying disparities and realities that drive crime in underserved communities. This was the case in Tacoma, Washington, in the 1980s and 1990s. Los Angeles gangs moved into the poor neighborhoods and easily recruited disenfranchised youth. FBI drug task forces created to end gang violence led a crackdown that imprisoned a community of teens. Due to biased Washington laws, many remain incarcerated almost 40 years later despite clear evidence of rehabilitation. Still, they organize inmate-led education programs and contemplate ways to improve their communities. SINCE I BEEN DOWN is a documentary that challenges our definition of justice by focusing on a group of inmates determined to create paths to education and healing from within their prison walls.

In Chicago neighborhoods crippled by gun violence, community members stay indoors, fearful for their safety. Tamar Manasseh has had enough. Driven to bring joy back to summer, Manasseh makes it her mission to provide a haven in Chicago’s most crime-riddled neighborhoods. She forms the organization MASK (Mothers/Men Against Senseless Killings). Armed with the belief that nobody wants to kill anyone’s mother, she seeks areas with the worst gang violence and sets up camp. Manasseh and her volunteers sit on the corner of 75th and Stewart from the first day of summer break to the last. They provide a safe place to congregate from 4 AM to 8 PM as well as free dinners. After three years of summer occupation, there hasn’t been a single shooting at the formerly dangerous intersection. The documentary THEY AIN’T READY FOR ME profiles a one-woman movement who is using her grassroots organization to change her community one block at a time. It’s an inspiring example of the impact a single human can have on others when they lead with their heart. 

The United States is home to a startling statistic: the country currently has a higher percentage of its population in prison than any other society in the history of western civilization. Yet, mass incarceration does little to address the underlying disparities and realities that drive crime in underserved communities. This was the case in Tacoma, Washington, in the 1980s and 1990s. Los Angeles gangs moved into the poor neighborhoods and easily recruited disenfranchised youth. FBI drug task forces created to end gang violence led a crackdown that imprisoned a community of teens. Due to biased Washington laws, many remain incarcerated almost 40 years later despite clear evidence of rehabilitation. Still, they organize inmate-led education programs and contemplate ways to improve their communities. SINCE I BEEN DOWN is a documentary that challenges our definition of justice by focusing on a group of inmates determined to create paths to education and healing from within their prison walls.

Don’t expect to see the Radical Monarchs— a scout troop comprising young girls of color in Oakland, California—selling cookies. These troopers earn their badges by learning about social justice movements, from the Black Panthers to Black Lives Matter, and participating in protest and pride marches. Filmmaker Linda Goldstein Knowlton’s WE ARE THE RADICAL MONARCHS follows the inaugural troop, led by co-founders Anayvette Martinez and Marilyn Hollinquest, from their first year as scouts through their graduation. As the aspiring activists learn about gender and sexuality, disability, affordable housing, and police brutality, the troop leaders take strides to expand the organization to include a second troop. Fielding requests for new troops from across the country—while also gaining prominent naysayers on Fox News and anonymous trolls on social media—the troop leaders struggle to acquire the funding to keep the organization afloat. But there’s no doubt their mission is worth supporting. You’ll certainly be cheering the Radical Monarch rallying cry by the end of the film. (In English and Spanish with subtitles)

DOPE IS DEATH is the story of how the Young Lords and Black Panther Party—two inner-city human rights activist groups— created the first acupuncture detoxification program in America. In 1973 the Lincoln Detox Acupuncture center was birthed from social and political movements sweeping the nation. These primarily minority-led human rights organizations, whose ideals and methods were often deemed radical by mainstream standards, were demanding affordable, quality community healthcare and social justice. This was especially true concerning the New York City heroin epidemic ravaging underserved communities. Their drive to create a chemical-free detox program was in response to Nixon’s methadone maintenance programs. The government-funded clinics used methadone to curb the painful heroin withdrawal symptoms but did not focus on eradicating chemical dependency. With Dr. Mutulu Shakur, stepfather of Tupac Shukur, serving as the Lincoln center’s frontman, the detox program helped hundreds of patients in a safe and effective way. This compelling documentary profiles a visionary community healthcare program created by the people for the people, which ultimately led to a protocol practiced in over 600 healthcare facilities in the U.S. alone. (In English and Spanish with subtitles) 

Don’t expect to see the Radical Monarchs— a scout troop comprising young girls of color in Oakland, California—selling cookies. These troopers earn their badges by learning about social justice movements, from the Black Panthers to Black Lives Matter, and participating in protest and pride marches. Filmmaker Linda Goldstein Knowlton’s WE ARE THE RADICAL MONARCHS follows the inaugural troop, led by co-founders Anayvette Martinez and Marilyn Hollinquest, from their first year as scouts through their graduation. As the aspiring activists learn about gender and sexuality, disability, affordable housing, and police brutality, the troop leaders take strides to expand the organization to include a second troop. Fielding requests for new troops from across the country—while also gaining prominent naysayers on Fox News and anonymous trolls on social media—the troop leaders struggle to acquire the funding to keep the organization afloat. But there’s no doubt their mission is worth supporting. You’ll certainly be cheering the Radical Monarch rallying cry by the end of the film. (In English and Spanish with subtitles)

Racial Equity Shorts Program featuring:

• Burden

• The Lost Astronaut

• St. Louis Superman

• Toxic: A Black Woman’s Story

• The Treasures of Mrs. Grady's Library

In Chicago neighborhoods crippled by gun violence, community members stay indoors, fearful for their safety. Tamar Manasseh has had enough. Driven to bring joy back to summer, Manasseh makes it her mission to provide a haven in Chicago’s most crime-riddled neighborhoods. She forms the organization MASK (Mothers/Men Against Senseless Killings). Armed with the belief that nobody wants to kill anyone’s mother, she seeks areas with the worst gang violence and sets up camp. Manasseh and her volunteers sit on the corner of 75th and Stewart from the first day of summer break to the last. They provide a safe place to congregate from 4 AM to 8 PM as well as free dinners. After three years of summer occupation, there hasn’t been a single shooting at the formerly dangerous intersection. The documentary THEY AIN’T READY FOR ME profiles a one-woman movement who is using her grassroots organization to change her community one block at a time. It’s an inspiring example of the impact a single human can have on others when they lead with their heart. 

In Chicago neighborhoods crippled by gun violence, community members stay indoors, fearful for their safety. Tamar Manasseh has had enough. Driven to bring joy back to summer, Manasseh makes it her mission to provide a haven in Chicago’s most crime-riddled neighborhoods. She forms the organization MASK (Mothers/Men Against Senseless Killings). Armed with the belief that nobody wants to kill anyone’s mother, she seeks areas with the worst gang violence and sets up camp. Manasseh and her volunteers sit on the corner of 75th and Stewart from the first day of summer break to the last. They provide a safe place to congregate from 4 AM to 8 PM as well as free dinners. After three years of summer occupation, there hasn’t been a single shooting at the formerly dangerous intersection. The documentary THEY AIN’T READY FOR ME profiles a one-woman movement who is using her grassroots organization to change her community one block at a time. It’s an inspiring example of the impact a single human can have on others when they lead with their heart. 

A deeper exploration of Temporary Spaces of Joy and Freedom. Free & open to all.

Take a deep dive into the exhibition Temporary Spaces of Joy and Freedom with moCa New Agent and alternative songwriter/performer Case Bargé, who will engage participants in considering the role of sound in Indigenous and Black liberation work and joy. The local musician will also perform a new spoken word piece he created in response to the exhibition.

Founder of ALOOF (Alls Lost Outside Our Fantasy) Recordings, a creative collective and independent music label working towards social and environmental transformation; Case Bargé aims to distract from what is exploited in mainstream music and media.

Register at mocacleveland.org/programs/viewpoints-case-barg

Fr. Gregory Boyle is the founder and director of Homeboy Industries, the world's largest gang-intervention and rehabilitation program, and former pastor of Dolores Mission Church in Los Angeles. He will share how, in working with marginalized populations, love is the answer, community is the context and tenderness connects us there.