Advocacy
Advocate Training Program
Training advocates to understand systems and take action on issues that affect their lives.
Our Core Components
Policy Education
Understanding how laws and decisions get made
Forums
Safe spaces for open dialogue and learning
Civic Engagement
Voting drives, speaking at town halls
Health & Food Justice
Community-led initiatives for food equity and healthy communities.
Our Core Components
Gardening & Sustainability
Hands-on food growing and education
Community Meals
Hosting meals and discussions around food justice
Advocacy Projects
Campaigns that address food insecurities
Nutrition Programs
Healthy Food Education
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
SNAP provides monthly benefits to help individuals and families buy food and improve nutrition.
Rise Up / Group Violence Intervention
Transforming lives impacted by systemic racism by fostering resilience, opportunity, and positive change in Delaware communities.
- 12 justice-involved participants received comprehensive advocacy, financial literacy, digital skills, and public speaking training.
- 92% non-recidivism rate, demonstrating powerful outcomes in reducing re-offending.
- 1 confirmed job placement secured through partnership with Group Violence Intervention (GVI).
- Strengthened re-entry success by equipping participants with tools to overcome systemic barriers.
- Featured high-impact guest speakers, including:
- Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
- Delaware Senator Tizzy Lockman
- NAACP President Richard “Mouse” Smith
- Emeka Igwe, Esq.
Our Core Components
Advocacy & Leadership Training
Building confidence and public speaking skills to empower participants as community leaders and changemakers.
Financial Literacy
Providing practical money management skills to support financial stability and long-term independence.
Digital Skills Development
Equipping participants with essential technology knowledge to navigate the workforce and modern life.
Career Readiness & Job Placement
Creating pathways to employment through workforce preparation, career exposure, and job opportunities.
Community Re-entry Support
Reducing recidivism by addressing barriers to re-entry and offering trauma-informed support and mentorship.
Guest Speaker Engagement
Connecting participants with inspiring leaders to expand networks and perspectives.
Coby Owens
Advocacy Manager
Our Partners
