A fear-based rally against our Muslim brothers and sisters has been scheduled by several groups for this upcoming Saturday. ACTS decries this rally, and instead asks for everyone to gather at the Mosque of the Islamic Society of CNY in a gesture of love, support, and solidarity for our fellow Syracusans.

At the mosque, community members will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about Islam first-hand from Muslim leaders. Additionally, from 12:30 to 12:45 pm there will be an outdoor press conference at the same location, followed by a performance by the Syracuse Community Choir.

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The congregation of Grace Episcopal Church will take a short walk from the church to the mosque at 9:30 am, and invites everyone to join them. Or, you can simply arrive at the Mosque at 10:00 am this Saturday, June 10th.

ACTS has released a statement in support of Muslims. To read that statement, click the button below. For further information, please contact Craig French at 315-657-5869.

InterFaith Works invites area non-profits and faith communities to partner with the agency for the 15th Annual Duck Race to End Racism on Saturday, June 10, from noon to 4 p.m. This free family festival brings together organizations and individuals working to create racial equity. The Duck Race raises funds to support the work of the El-Hindi Center for Dialogue and features entertainment, information booths for community organizations, food, and activities for children and families. All activities are geared toward celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of the Central New York Community. For more information, click the buttons below.

On Thursday, June 8th, the ACTS Community Violence and Youth (CV&Y) Task Force will host a meeting on a project they hope will quell the violence in our community. The Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) is an international movement active in 35 states and 40 nations around the world. 

AVP’s participants often include inmates, gang members, social workers, and social justice activists. During the June 8th meeting at the Southwest Community Center, the group will discuss details of AVP training programs slated to occur from July 14-16.

For more information on AVP, check out one of our archived articles about ACTS and AVP:

The Syracuse Chapter of the National Action Network is partnering with the Alliance of Communities Transforming Syracuse (ACTS), and Parents for Public Schools (PPS), to provide the community with an opportunity to learn more about the candidates running for office of Mayor. This is an opportunity for parents, community members, businesses, and organizations to come together to ask important questions concerning the future of Syracuse. For questions, please contact Craig French (on behalf of ACTS, NAN and Parents for Public Schools) at 315-657-5869 Email:craigfrench@twcny.rr.com

There are three dates left in the “Unity Day: Community Engagement” event, where people from across Syracuse will gather to learn more about Trauma, Gun Violence, and Health and Education. Aside from their informative sessions, these “Community Engagement” events, sponsored by Snug and Soy Program, seek to build comradery between people who value social justice and the well-being of the Syracuse Community. There will be free food and DJ Showcases at each gathering, along with a kickball tournament for some friendly competition. With all the arduous work done by ACTS Community Members, a day filled with fun and relaxation is more than deserved. Since summer is around the corner, the Syracuse Community Engagement Events in June, July, and August are an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful weather, while it lasts. For more information call 315-415-0995.