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Lift Our Voices
The “Lift Our Voices” blog features analysis and opinion from NBWJI’s experts on the latest issues and news.

Thank You, Designers!
Thank you to Sadé Edwards, Maria Corner, a student in Design Corp at Pratt Institute and Michael Kelly and the Design Corp Class!
NBWJI
Dec 14, 20201 min read


3 Reasons to Give to NBWJI
From #BreonnaTaylor to #Grace, you have stood with us in demanding justice for Black women, girls, and gender-nonconforming people.
NBWJI
Dec 14, 20201 min read


A Call for Collective Healing and Justice for Breonna Taylor
On October 7, 2020, NBWJI hosted a call for collective healing and justice for Breonna Taylor and the many named and unnamed Black women...
NBWJI Staff
Nov 10, 20204 min read

NBWJI Issues Statement on #FreeGrace
The National Black Women’s Justice Institute released the following statement on Grace, a 15-year-old girl in Michigan, who was remanded to
Dr. Sydney McKinney
Jul 24, 20202 min read


NBWJI Issues Statement on Breonna Taylor and George Floyd
NBWJI released this statement in response to the tragic deaths of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and Ahmaud Arbery and the civil unrest sweep
Dr. Sydney McKinney
Jun 3, 20202 min read


NBWJI Calls For The Release Of Women And Girls In Prisons
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Black Women’s Justice Institute is calling for the release of women and girls from prison
Dr. Sydney McKinney
May 30, 20202 min read


Meet NBWJI’s New Executive Director, Dr. Sydney McKinney
A seasoned leader and expert in child welfare and justice system reform, Dr. McKinney shares what excites her most about this role and her v
NBWJI Staff
May 22, 20203 min read


NBWJI Announces Dr. Sydney McKinney As NBWJI Executive Director
Today, the National Black Women's Justice Institute (NBWJI) announces that acting executive director, Dr. Sydney McKinney, a seasoned le
NBWJI Staff
Apr 4, 20205 min read
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