On July 20, more than 450 concerned neighbors packed a crowded Prince Hall to speak out on the economic and social issues impacting our community. A passionate group of speakers stood to share their personal struggles, with many raising concerns about violence and the lack of opportunity for area youth.
Energy in the room ran high throughout the evening, with hundreds taking to the streets afterward in support of a local neighbor facing foreclosure and eviction.
Lead by community organizers from City Life/Vida Urbana, the crowd poured out of the hall, filling the block surrounding the home of Drusilla Francis. Several neighbors stepped forward to share their own struggles with unemployment and foreclosure as the crowd rallied to support Francis in her fight to keep her home.
It was a powerful and moving event, but we can’t let the momentum stop there. We know that we can create change in our communities, but only by standing up and taking action together.