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Researchers examine youth gun violence through lens of mental health The Education Committee held a special presentation on youth gun violence, where they examined behaviors through the lens of mental health.

Governor to pump $200M into child care vouchers, take 14K kids off waitlist • Indiana Capital Chronicle About 14,000 additional low-income children could soon nab vouchers for child care under a $200 million proposal from Gov. Mike Braun's administration.

Last night was special. We gathered around tables, shared a meal, and talked about the Cost of the cage. Every time we gather, we don’t just count the costs. We also narrate what we can build when we do not have to count the costs. We will continue to build our movement and have a space for you to be part of it! We gather again on May 14th. Comment Power below for an invite #CostOfTheCage

The inmates were put in cells with metal-covered windows and no working lights, leaving them in total or near-total darkness. Some inmates endured these conditions for months. https://tinyurl.com/wjuv7crj

#CostOfTheCage campaign continues! Last night, we brought our leaders together not just to share stories and count the cost, but to imagine a world where the system of mass incarceration isn’t exploiting us. We decided to take the conversation to our community, and on April 26th, we will host a Sunday Dinner. We’ll be bringing together 100 people for a meal and a conversation. We can break systems while we break bread and we want you to be part of it! Comment below to get a link to reserve your seat at Sunday dinner