Direct Action For Rights And Equality

Join DARE’s Behind the Walls Committee! ✊🏽🔥 We are a group of directly impacted people, family members, and community members organizing for prison and criminal justice reform in Rhode Island. Together, we support one another, fight for policy change, and work to build a system rooted in dignity, second chances, and community. Some of the work we do includes:📬 Writing to incarcerated people⚖️ Helping people with expungements💰 Assisting with court costs, restitution, and probation or home confinement fees🤝 Providing court support and re-entry support🏘️ Building community through neighborhood clean-ups and outreach Right now, we’re organizing to pass legislation that would:✔️ Create bail for 32F probation violations so people can fight their cases from home instead of a jail cell✔️ Automate expungements and remove barriers to second chances Join us every Wednesday from 6 PM–8 PM at DARE!🍽️ Dinner is provided🧸 Childcare is available upon request No experience is necessary—just a ...

Join DARE’s Tenant & Homeowner’s Association (THA) as we organize for housing justice in Providence and across Rhode Island! Our mission is to connect low- and moderate-income residents, educate tenants about their rights, and advocate for policies that create stronger, more equitable communities. Whether you’re a renter, homeowner, or facing housing challenges, there’s a place for you in this movement. THA works to:🏡 Support tenants facing eviction and connect them to resources⚖️ Build relationships with local nonprofit attorneys📢 Organize around issues like rent stabilization and housing equality🤝 Create a community where neighbors help neighbors 📅 Committee Meetings:Every Tuesday🕕 6:00 PM–8:00 PM📍 DARE, 340 Lockwood St., Providence, RI🍽️ Food provided! We believe that housing is a human right, and we need more community members to join us in the fight for affordable, stable housing for everyone. Interested in getting involved or learning about available resources? 📞 Will Casey, Case Manager: (401) ...

The Behind the Walls Committee believes that organizing isn’t just about changing policies—it’s also about taking care of our neighborhoods and building stronger communities together. Come out and help us clean up Father Lennon Park, connect with your neighbors, and show love to the Chad Brown community. This is a great opportunity to meet new people, get involved with DARE, and make a real difference right where we live. 📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026⏰ 12:00 PM–4:00 PM📍 Father Lennon Park (Camden Ave Park near Chad Brown)🌧 Rain date: July 18th We’ll provide the supplies—all you need to bring is yourself, your family, and your community spirit! At DARE, we’re organizing both behind the walls and in our neighborhoods. Whether we’re fighting for probation reform, automatic expungements, housing justice, or cleaner, safer communities, we know that real change starts when people come together. We hope to see you there! 💚

Join DARE’s Women/Non-Binary Group, a space for healing, growth, support, and community. We strongly encourage formerly incarcerated women to join us as we build sisterhood and support one another on our journeys. Each month, we come together to discuss topics like:💗 Self-esteem💗 Toxic relationships💗 Women’s health💗 Mental health and stress💗 Money and finances💗 Suicide awareness💗 And so much more! We also welcome guest speakers, licensed facilitators, and advocates who bring valuable resources and knowledge to our community. 📅 Meetings are held on the last Saturday of every month⏰ 2:00 PM–4:00 PM📍 DARE, 340 Lockwood St., Providence, RI Upcoming dates:🌷 July 25🌷 August 29 Everyone deserves a space to heal, connect, and thrive. Come as you are—we would love to have you with us. 💕 For more information, contact Facilitator Deb Harris:📞 (401) 291-7980 or (401) 642-7563📧 debra@daretowin.org

For 40 years, DARE has been organizing for justice, dignity, and community power. Now we’re building the foundation for the next 40. Why monthly sustainers matter:✨ Organizers can respond quickly to crises✨ Campaigns don’t stall waiting for grants✨ Impacted community members lead✨ Our doors stay open year-round✨ Grassroots power stays independent This is how movements survive. Join the 40 for 40 Movement:40 Years. 40 Sustainers. $40 a Month. Be part of the foundation that keeps DARE steady and strong.🔗 Donate at: https://tinyurl.com/40for40forDARE

✂️🧠 Join DARE’s Men’s Group! 🧠✂️Barber-Talk • Real Conversations • Free Haircuts Come build community, connect, and speak your truth in a welcoming space designed just for men. 📍 Next Sessions at 10 AM:🗓️ July 19th🗓️ August 16th🗓️ September 20th 📌 Contact Marcus at (401) 351-6960 or email Mmitchell@daretowin.org to sign up! Don’t miss this chance to take care of your mind, your voice, and your fade 💈💬