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COLUMN: NAACP panel on gun violence in the black community underscores how much work there is to do
COLUMN: NAACP panel on gun violence in the black community underscores how much work there is to do
By Amber Goodwin
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Open Letter From National Leaders on Hatred & Gun Violence
Open Letter From National Leaders on Hatred & Gun Violence
By Amber Goodwin
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We are grateful for the efforts and funding that goes into violence prevention in Chicago. Read more about Govenor Pritzker's announcement and the…
We are grateful for the efforts and funding that goes into violence prevention in Chicago. Read more about Govenor Pritzker's announcement and the…
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I couldn’t be more proud of the work you do in community.
I couldn’t be more proud of the work you do in community.
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I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Gibson Dunn as a partner in the Energy, Regulation and Litigation Practice. I look forward to working with my…
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Gibson Dunn as a partner in the Energy, Regulation and Litigation Practice. I look forward to working with my…
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Experience & Education
Volunteer Experience
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Board Member
Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence
- Present 2 years 3 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence is a grassroots movement of educators across America whose mission is to elevate stories of gun violence in schools and communities in order to influence policies and Americans at large to make us safer.
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Alumni Association Board of Directors
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
- Present 1 year 3 months
Education
The Mitchell Hamline Alumni Association promotes relationships among alumni, and between alumni and Mitchell Hamline and current students. It does this through encouraging alumni to attend CLEs and events (such as the Alumni Golf Tournament and the Women in Law Tea), to support students by volunteering as mentors, speakers, mock interviewers, and more, and to support the school through financial contributions. Membership in the association is automatic upon graduation and is absolutely free…
The Mitchell Hamline Alumni Association promotes relationships among alumni, and between alumni and Mitchell Hamline and current students. It does this through encouraging alumni to attend CLEs and events (such as the Alumni Golf Tournament and the Women in Law Tea), to support students by volunteering as mentors, speakers, mock interviewers, and more, and to support the school through financial contributions. Membership in the association is automatic upon graduation and is absolutely free. The association is led by the Mitchell Hamline Alumni Board, whose current members are listed below.
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Secretary
Austin Black Lawyers Association
- Present 1 year 1 month
Civil Rights and Social Action
In 1973, there were a total of fifteen African American lawyers practicing in the Austin area. That year a number of those lawyers came together and organized a support group for the African American lawyers to address issues that were essential to their legal and professional development and the lack of opportunities. In 1979, the support group formally became known as the Austin Black Lawyers Association (ABLA).
Since this humble beginning, ABLA has grown significantly and is now an…In 1973, there were a total of fifteen African American lawyers practicing in the Austin area. That year a number of those lawyers came together and organized a support group for the African American lawyers to address issues that were essential to their legal and professional development and the lack of opportunities. In 1979, the support group formally became known as the Austin Black Lawyers Association (ABLA).
Since this humble beginning, ABLA has grown significantly and is now an affiliate organization of the Austin Bar Association consisting of lawyers within Austin and its surrounding communities.As a growing organization, for almost four decades, ABLA has been at the forefront of Austin’s legal community. -
Member of the Board of Advisors
Leaders We Deserve
- Present 1 year
Politics
Leaders We Deserve is a grassroots organization dedicated to electing young progressives to Congress and State Legislatures across the country to help defeat the far-right agenda and advance a progressive vision for the future. Our mission is to identify and elect more trailblazers – youthful, audacious, and charismatic leaders who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. We pledge to stand with them, equipping their campaigns with the tools to succeed: from fundraising and messaging to…
Leaders We Deserve is a grassroots organization dedicated to electing young progressives to Congress and State Legislatures across the country to help defeat the far-right agenda and advance a progressive vision for the future. Our mission is to identify and elect more trailblazers – youthful, audacious, and charismatic leaders who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. We pledge to stand with them, equipping their campaigns with the tools to succeed: from fundraising and messaging to scheduling and budgeting. We’ll raise the banner of their cause, rallying funds online and in person.
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Board of Directors
Annie's List
- 2 years 1 month
Politics
In the last 15 years, we have recruited, trained and supported progressive women seeking office at both the state and local levels. During this time we have raised $15+ million to support these women and have helped them win more than 100 races. We are committed with dollars and time to our candidates. We fundraise, walk city blocks knocking on doors, hold training sessions, drive voters to the polls and make phone calls on their behalf. https://annieslist.com/about/what-we-do/
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Ambassador
National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Present 8 years 5 months
Civil Rights and Social Action
The National Museum of African American History and Culture will be a place where all Americans can learn about the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives and how it helped us shape this nation. A place that transcends the boundaries of race and culture that divide us, and becomes a lens into a story that unites us all. Opening September 24, 2016, the museum is under construction on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on a five-acre tract…
The National Museum of African American History and Culture will be a place where all Americans can learn about the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives and how it helped us shape this nation. A place that transcends the boundaries of race and culture that divide us, and becomes a lens into a story that unites us all. Opening September 24, 2016, the museum is under construction on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on a five-acre tract adjacent to the Washington Monument.
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Board Member
East Austin YMCA
- 1 year 1 month
Social Services
Honors & Awards
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Walker's Legacy Power50 Women
Walker's Legacy Foundation
http://www.walkerslegacy.com/names-announced-for-walkers-legacy-2016-power-50/
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Personal Democracy Forum Google Fellowship Award
Personal Democracy Forum
https://personaldemocracy.com/pdf-2013-google-fellowship-application
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Some personal news: I’m taking a leave of absence from teaching. For over a decade I’ve spent my time outside of the classroom in gun violence…
Some personal news: I’m taking a leave of absence from teaching. For over a decade I’ve spent my time outside of the classroom in gun violence…
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As a part of their Safer States Agenda, the The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention hosted dozens of state lawmakers from around the…
As a part of their Safer States Agenda, the The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention hosted dozens of state lawmakers from around the…
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I had the honor of being a panelist at CAP’s “The Impact of Gun Violence in Black, Latino, and Indigenous Communities”. The panel discussions…
I had the honor of being a panelist at CAP’s “The Impact of Gun Violence in Black, Latino, and Indigenous Communities”. The panel discussions…
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I'm honored to be joining Pivotal Ventures, where I’ll be supporting Melinda’s political giving - and share some exciting news! Today, Melinda…
I'm honored to be joining Pivotal Ventures, where I’ll be supporting Melinda’s political giving - and share some exciting news! Today, Melinda…
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This was an amazing week with Cohort 2 at CVILA and it culminated with the showing of my documentary “The Credible Messenger” at Harper Theatre. I am…
This was an amazing week with Cohort 2 at CVILA and it culminated with the showing of my documentary “The Credible Messenger” at Harper Theatre. I am…
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24 years ago I was in prison. 22 years ago Sam's Club hired me as a customer service rep but then demoted me to toilet scrubbing when they ran a…
24 years ago I was in prison. 22 years ago Sam's Club hired me as a customer service rep but then demoted me to toilet scrubbing when they ran a…
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History was made yesterday in Maryland as Governor Moore signed the Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention into law. This marks a…
History was made yesterday in Maryland as Governor Moore signed the Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention into law. This marks a…
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In a little over 18 months, top of mind awareness jumped 550%. And I was fired. And I deserved it. #wizardofads #marketingtips
In a little over 18 months, top of mind awareness jumped 550%. And I was fired. And I deserved it. #wizardofads #marketingtips
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#EventRecap: #Peace4DC joined Greater Washington Community Foundation Federal City Council & Howard University for a forum to discuss Stopping the…
#EventRecap: #Peace4DC joined Greater Washington Community Foundation Federal City Council & Howard University for a forum to discuss Stopping the…
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The DEI Committee of the Austin Bar Association is proud to present the 4th Annual Equity Summit. This year's Summit is titled "Equity is for…
The DEI Committee of the Austin Bar Association is proud to present the 4th Annual Equity Summit. This year's Summit is titled "Equity is for…
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Cheers to 3 years in the profession! Thank you LORD for your infinite possibilities bc with You I’m unstoppable! 😭🙏🏽🩵⚖️ #Attorney #CriminalLaw
Cheers to 3 years in the profession! Thank you LORD for your infinite possibilities bc with You I’m unstoppable! 😭🙏🏽🩵⚖️ #Attorney #CriminalLaw
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This is such important work! Shout out to Dr. Shani Buggs and Dr. Jocelyn Fontaine, and all of the members of the collective for their leadership!
This is such important work! Shout out to Dr. Shani Buggs and Dr. Jocelyn Fontaine, and all of the members of the collective for their leadership!
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At the age of 23 she founded Tinder but after 2 years she was forced to leave the company because she was a victim of sexual harassment. At 25 she…
At the age of 23 she founded Tinder but after 2 years she was forced to leave the company because she was a victim of sexual harassment. At 25 she…
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Yesterday, a round table discussion was held at the White House on Survivors of Firearm-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence. As a fellow survivor, I…
Yesterday, a round table discussion was held at the White House on Survivors of Firearm-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence. As a fellow survivor, I…
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