Rise Magazine

Torn Apart by Dorothy Roberts: NYC Book Release Event
2022-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | NY
Rise and the Revolution Books Educational Fund are co-hosting the NYC debut of Dorothy Roberts’ new book, Torn Apart: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black Families—and How Abolition Can Build a Safer World.
Join us by attending in person at Revolution Books in Harlem or by viewing the event online through Facebook Live.
During the event, Dorothy Roberts will read excerpts of Torn Apart. Panelists Halimah Washington, Rise Community Coordinator, and Imani Worthy, Rise Public Speaking Coordinator, will share their thoughts as parents impacted by family policing and as abolitionist organizers whose reflections are included in the new book.
Attendees will be introduced to Rise’s work and will be invited to join writing or drawing activities to reflect on the discussion. We will use approaches that draw on restorative justice circle practice and Rise’s values of storytelling and creating change through community to engage everyone in a discussion about the book.

RSVP via Eventbrite to attend in person or virtually!
Learn more about the event and book.

Please note: In-person seating is limited. All attendees must wear a mask and provide proof of vaccination.

Community Support Circle
2022-04-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-04-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-03-31 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-03-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-03-17 18:00 - 19:00
Rise’s parent-led community support circle is now open to parents impacted by family policing systems in any location across the country.
Our 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 training opportunities and events and how to sign up for them.
Complete the sign-up form and we will send you the link to join the peer support circle by Zoom!

Introduction to Parent Advocacy
2022-04-12 10:00 - 13:00
A panel of parent advocates will share how the family policing system impacted them, their families and their journeys in advocacy. They will share their experiences as advocates and leaders in their communities, 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.
This Zoom training is free and all are welcome. It will be hosted by Rise.
Sign up via Eventbrite.

Virtual Open House: Parent Advocate Job Opportunities
2022-04-08 13:00 - 14:00
In the coming months, NYC foster agencies will hire 100-150 Parent Advocates to work in their agencies and support parents with ACS cases.
While we work toward abolition, Rise recognizes that many parents experiencing the system right now value the support provided by Parent Advocates who have access to spaces within the system and can work to limit its harm.
Rise will host two Zoom open houses for NYC parents impacted by ACS to learn more about these job opportunities:

April 8th, 1:00-2:00 pm ET
June 17th, 1:00-2:00 pm ET

>> RSVP by emailing jeanette@risemagazine.org to receive the Zoom information.
*Please note that Parent Advocates will not be employees of Rise. Rise will provide training to new Parent Advocates hired by foster agencies
>> Read more.

Training: Know Your Rights - NY State Central Registry (Zoom Event)
2022-03-22 10:00 - 13:00
This training will provide information about changes to the New York Statewide Central Registry (SCR) that took effect in 2022 and about sealing and amending your SCR record.
At the start of 2022, legislation went into effect that changes how NY State’s SCR operates. This training will provide information about the legislation’s four major changes to the SCR and how the changes impact families and communities. It will also provide information about your rights and the process for sealing and amending your record in the SCR.
This training will be hosted by Rise and facilitated by Chris Gottlieb, Co-Director of the NYU School of Law Family Defense Clinic. This training is open to the public but most relevant to parents impacted by the child welfare system in New York State.
Register here via EventBrite. After you register, a Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the training.

Training: History of NYC Child Welfare System (Zoom Event)
2022-03-15 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.
Register here via eventbrite. After you register, a Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the training.
This training is open to the public but most relevant to parents impacted by the child welfare system.
This training will be facilitated by Michael Arsham, Executive Director, Office of Advocacy, Administration for Children’s Services & Sabra Jackson, Parent Engagement Specialist, Administration for Children’s Services. The presentation was co-developed by Sara Taylor, MSW intern, Office of Advocacy, ACS.
This training will be hosted by Rise.

Peer Support Circle (Zoom Event)
2022-03-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-03-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-02-10 18:00 - 19:00
If you have or had a child welfare or preventive case in New York City, we welcome you to join Rise’s online weekly peer support circles. The support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information.
Through restorative justice circles processes, we can discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and support one another. We will also share information about upcoming Rise trainings and events and how to sign up for them.
To join, email Teresa Marrero at teresa-m@risemagazine.org

Training: Toxic Stress (Zoom Event)
2022-03-10 10:00 - 13:00
This online training will cover how toxic stress impacts families and communities.
We will discuss how stress can impact our bodies and brains and provide strategies for self-care and stress protection for you and your child. The training will also cover creating community care networks and advocating for strengthening communities to reduce family stress.
Register here via EventBrite. After you register, a Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the training.
This training is open to the public but most relevant to parents impacted by the child welfare system.
This training will be hosted and facilitated by Rise.

Peer Support Circle (Zoom Event)
2022-02-03 18:00 - 19:00
If you have or had a child welfare or preventive case in New York City, we welcome you to join Rise’s online weekly peer support circle. The support circle is a space to connect with other parents with similar experiences and share resources and information. Through restorative justice circles processes, we can discuss our experiences and challenges as parents and support one another. We will also share information about upcoming Rise trainings and events and how to sign up for them.
To join the Zoom support circle, please email Rise Training Coordinator Teresa Marrero at teresa-m@risemagazine.org

Support Circle (Zoom Event)
2022-01-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-01-06 18:00 - 19:00
Join the weekly Rise Community Support Group for NYC parents impacted by ACS.
Rise is an organization led by and for parents impacted by family policing systems. If you have or had a child welfare or preventive case in NYC, the support group can help you learn how to navigate your case / negotiate to end it and can connect you with other parents with similar experiences.
Email Teresa M. for the link to join: Teresa-m@risemagazine.org

Rise & Shine Info. Session (Zoom Event)
2022-01-06 11:00 - 13:00
NYC parents impacted by ACS are invited to apply to the Rise & Shine Parent Leadership Program!
The Rise & Shine Program will support you with developing and strengthening your skills, knowledge and networks to become a leader in your community.
This virtual information session is an opportunity to meet the Rise & Shine team, hear from program graduates, ask questions and learn about the application process.
Eligibility: Parents living in New York City who have been directly impacted by ACS are encouraged to apply to Rise & Shine. You may have been impacted as a parent by an investigation, preventive services, foster care, kinship care and/or termination of your parental rights. Please note that your case must be closed for your application to be considered for 2022.
>> Click here to sign up to attend the info session.
