Homeless Voices for Justice is a state-wide social change movement, organized and led by people who have struggled with homelessness. Tuesday, November 15 at 2:00 PM in 102 Wishcamper, Portland, a panel presentation by members of Homeless Voices for Justice will discuss the daily realities of homelessness in Portland.
In their own words, "In addition to the social change benefits resulting from this organizing work, Homeless Voices for Justice has had perhaps an even more profound affect on our leaders and participants, including increased self-esteem, community respect, and an understanding of the collective nature of personally experienced injustices and the power of collective action. The empowerment and sense of dignity produced by "finding our voice" and participating with peers in making change cannot be overstated. "
This event is free and open to the public, and is one of a series to highlight National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. For more information, see our web site: http://www.usm.maine.edu/community/november-hunger-homeless-awareness-month
Andrea Thompson McCall
Director of Community Service Learning
University Interfaith Chaplain
University of Southern Maine
P.O. Box 9300
Portland, ME 04104-9300
Phone 207-228-8284
FAX 207-228-8403
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