Rise Magazine

Know Your Rights + Advocacy
2024-03-26 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
This training will break down the family court process for a child welfare case and will discuss the child welfare investigation process in New York City.
RSVP on Eventbrite.

History of NYS Child Welfare
2024-03-19 10:00 - 13:00
This training will focus on the period of time between the New York State Child Welfare Reform Act of 1979 and the federal Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA) of 1997. We will discuss the events of the 1980s and early 1990s that were the motivating force behind a seismic shift from “family preservation” to “child protection” as a microcosm of how public service systems are continuously built, dismantled, and rebuilt—and the roles played by the various actors in this process. We will also look at the evolution of the Child Welfare Organizing Project (CWOP) and parent advocacy in New York City. This training is open to the public but most relevant to parents impacted by the child welfare system.
RSVP on Eventbrite.

Toxic Stress Training
2024-03-07 10:00 - 13:00
We will cover how stress can impact our bodies and brains and provide strategies for self-care and stress protection for you and your child. It will also cover creating community care networks and advocating for strengthening communities to reduce family stress.
This training is open to the public but most relevant to parents impacted by the child welfare system.
RSVP on Eventbrite.

Rise & Shine Open House, 11/13
2023-11-13 17:00 - 19:00
Attend a Rise & Shine open house information session to learn more about the 2024 program and how to apply!

Rise & Shine Open House, 11/6
2023-11-06 17:00 - 19:00

Rise & Shine Open House, 10/30
2023-10-30 17:00 - 19:00

Rise & Shine Open House, 10/23
2023-10-23 17:00 - 19:00

Rise’s Annual Celebration
2023-10-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Lower Eastside Girls Club, 402 E 8th St, New York, 10009, United States
Reserve your tickets to Rise’s Annual Celebration today!
This year, we’re looking to the stars and celebrating parents as guiding lights leading us toward brilliant futures for our families and a more compassionate New York City. We invite you to join us and shine bright at the Lower Eastside Girls Club – sequin, glitter and sparkles encouraged!
October 19, 6 pm
Lower Eastside Girls Club
402 E 8th St
New York, NY 10009
Stay tuned for more program details to come!

Reserve your ticket today! Donate or RSVP to attend :
Host Committee – $500
Gala Ticket – $250
Purchase a sponsorship:
North Star Navigator – $10,000
Emergent Mobilizer – $7500
Information Provider – $5000
Network Energizer – $2500
Community Connector – $1500
Relationship Builder – $1000
Rise is committed to making our annual celebration accessible to our community. Rise Parent Graduates, Advocates and Peer Supporters are welcome to RSVP for a Rise Parent Leader Ticket!
Reserve your ticket!
To donate by check, please make your check payable to the Fund for the City of New York and send to:
Fund for the City of New York
Attn: Fahmida Alam/ Rise
121 Sixth Ave, 6th Floor,
New York, NY 10013
Rise is a partner project of the Fund for the City of New York, a nonprofit incubator.

Parents' Platform Town Hall
2023-08-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Bronx Defenders, 360 E 161st Street, Bronx, NY, 10451, United States
This town hall is to discuss legislative action steps regarding childcare and mandated reporting based on the findings from the surveys, community conversations held with parents, and webinar. You can RSVP here.

Parent Advocate Open House
2023-08-10 17:00 - 18:00
Are you interested in becoming a Parent Advocate? Have you had a child welfare case and it’s been closed for at least one year? Join us on August 10th at 5pm ET for a virtual open house! Email Jeanette at jeanette@risemagazine.org to RSVP!

Peer Support Circle
2023-07-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Lower Eastside Girls Club, 402 E 8th St, New York, 10009, United States
Held every Thursday from 5pm – 8pn ET, this support circle is for parents, by parents. If you’re interested in attending, please contact Teresa Marrero @teresa-m@risemagazine.org.

Parents' Platform Webinar
2023-07-12 10:00 - 11:30
Following our community conversations held on June 22nd and June 23rd, we’re inviting the community to attend the webinar for a more in-depth conversation about how we can better serve our communities regarding our childcare and mandated reporting campaigns. You can RSVP here.

Community Conversation: Mandated Reporting
2023-06-23 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for in-depth conversations about the findings from our Childcare and Mandated Reporting surveys in hopes of forming next steps regarding community needs and advocacy. The conversation on childcare will take place on Thursday, June 22nd, followed by the mandated reporting conversation on Friday, June 23rd.
RSVP on Eventbrite:
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Community Conversation: Childcare
2023-06-22 10:00 - 11:30

Community Organizing Training
2023-04-25 10:00 - 13:00
Join Rise’s organizing team in this interactive training to learn basic community organizing terms and tools. Learn about power, who has it and how, through engaging community, we can build campaigns and movements. You’ll also hear about Rise’s current campaign to create universal childcare in NYC and NYS.
Facilitated and Hosted by Rise’s Organizing Team
Please click here to register.

Systemic Oppression Training
2023-04-18 10:00 - 13:00
This training will focus on the history of systemic oppression in the United States, how our identities shape us, parent experiences and the role of stereotypes. It will explore various structures and forms of oppression and their impact on personal and community experiences.
This training is open to the public. It will be facilitated by a Rise staff member and Guest Presenters: Imani Worthy (Center for Family Representation) and Family Advocate, Shamara Kelly.
Please click here to register.

Introduction to Parent Advocacy Training
2023-04-04 10:00 - 13:00
This training will discuss when Parent Advocacy started, how has the movement moved forward and where are we today. A panel of Parent Advocates will share how the family policing system impacted them, their family and their journey in advocacy. They will share their experiences as advocates and leaders in their community, in addition to how they became a part of the parent advocacy movement. Advocates will reflect on concepts of surveillance, disproportionality, peer support and community care.
Parent Advocate Panel: Sabra Jackson, Elliot Williams, Maya Marshall, Leathe Jennings, Imani Worthy
Please click here to register for the event.

Support Circle: National Women's Month
2023-03-28 18:00 - 19:00
Rise’s parent-led community support circle meets every Tuesday, 6:00-7:00 pm ET by Zoom. The group is open to parents impacted by family policing (child welfare) systems in any location across the country.
The Rise peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents, share information and support one another. Click here to sign up.
If you have any further questions, please contact Teresa Marrero at teresa-m@risemagazine.org

Know Your Rights: Legal Defense During a Child Welfare Investigation
2023-03-28 10:00 - 13:00
This training will focus on the investigation process by the Administration of Child Services (ACS). We will be defining types of neglect & abuse and discussing the family court process. Additionally, we will discuss legal parent advocacy, the role these parent advocates play and share resources for impacted parents.
This training is open to the public but most relevant to parents impacted by the child welfare system.
This training will be hosted by Rise and facilitated by Bronx Defenders.

Community Support Circle
2023-01-31 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-01-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-01-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-11-17 18:00 - 19:00
The Rise peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and support one another. We also share information about upcoming Rise trainings and events and how to sign up.
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country.
Complete the sign-up form and we will send you the link to join the support circle by Zoom!

Community Support Circle
2022-12-15 18:00 - 19:00
The Rise peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and support one another. We also share information about upcoming Rise trainings and events and how to sign up.
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country.
The discussion topic for Dec. 15 will be creating a family safety plan.
Complete the sign-up form and we will send you the link to join the support circle by Zoom!

Rise & Shine Open House Information Session
2022-12-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Rise Office, 3715 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10461, United States
Rise invites NYC parents impacted by ACS to join us for an open house information session to learn about the Rise & Shine Program and how to apply to the 2023 cohort. The open house is an opportunity to connect with the Rise & Shine staff and ask questions.
This is a drop-in info session where you can can come for an hour at any time during the event. You will be able to learn more about the program, receive support in completing your application and be interviewed for Rise & Shine during the open house. Snacks and a metro card will be provided. Dec. 14 is the last day to apply and be interviewed for Rise & Shine 2023.
This session will take place in person at the Rise office in Manhattan.
>> Sign up via Eventbrite to attend.
Note: There is an elevator in the building. Please email Teresa at teresa@risemagazine.org about any other accessibility needs. Child care is not available for in-person open houses.
Rise follows the Fund for the City of NY policy requiring anyone who works in an NYC office or workplace to be vaccinated against COVID-19. This policy applies to anyone who comes into the Rise office, including staff and contributors, board members, contractors, volunteers, guests, facilitators and participants in Rise programs, including Rise & Shine. The Fund for the City of NY will work directly with any employee seeking medical or religious exemption. Face masks are required in the office.

Community Support Circle
2022-12-08 18:00 - 19:00
The Rise peer support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and support one another. We also share information about upcoming Rise trainings and events and how to sign up.
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country.
The discussion topic for Dec. 8 will be positive coping skills for dealing with everyday stressors.
Complete the sign-up form and we will send you the link to join the support circle by Zoom!

Rise & Shine Open House Information Session
2022-12-08 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-12-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Rise Office, 3715 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10461, United States
Rise invites NYC parents impacted by ACS to join us for an open house information session to learn about the Rise & Shine Program and how to apply to the 2023 cohort. The open house is an opportunity to connect with the Rise & Shine staff and ask questions.
This is a drop-in info session where you can can come for an hour at any time during the event. You will be able to learn more about the program, receive support in completing your application and be interviewed for Rise & Shine during the open house. Snacks and a metro card will be provided.
This session will take place in person at the Rise office in Manhattan.
>> Sign up via Eventbrite to attend.
Note: There is an elevator in the building. Please email Teresa at teresa@risemagazine.org about any other accessibility needs. Child care is not available for in-person open houses.
Rise follows the Fund for the City of NY policy requiring anyone who works in an NYC office or workplace to be vaccinated against COVID-19. This policy applies to anyone who comes into the Rise office, including staff and contributors, board members, contractors, volunteers, guests, facilitators and participants in Rise programs, including Rise & Shine. The Fund for the City of NY will work directly with any employee seeking medical or religious exemption. Face masks are required in the office.

Rise & Shine Open House Information Session
2022-11-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Rise Office, 3715 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10461, United States
Rise invites NYC parents impacted by ACS to join us for an open house information session to learn about the Rise & Shine Program and how to apply to the 2023 cohort. The open house is an opportunity to connect with the Rise & Shine staff and ask questions.
This session will take place in person at the Rise office in Manhattan.
Note: There is an elevator in the building. Please email Teresa at teresa@risemagazine.org about any other accessibility needs. Child care is not available for in-person open houses.
>> Sign up via Eventbrite to attend.
