Press Release

July 14, 2021

Despite efforts, affordable homes continue to remain out of reach for many Rhode Islanders

“The Out of Reach report continuously shows that the disconnect between the housing wage and the cost of housing is too real for many Rhode Islanders,” said Brenda Clement, Director of HousingWorks RI....
Rhode Island passes historic in-state tuition legislation
July 7, 2021

Rhode Island passes historic in-state tuition legislation
Under the legislation, students would be eligible if they attended high school for three or more consecutive...
Coalition condemns Cranston Police charging 11 alleged sex trafficking victims & calling it “rescue”
June 26, 2021

Coalition condemns Cranston Police charging 11 alleged sex trafficking victims & calling it “rescue”
“Arrest is not help. Prostitution stings are exploitive and traumatic, and prostitution charges make it difficult or...
ACLU: Providence Police acted on “dubious” grounds in attempt to oust unhoused encampment
June 17, 2021

ACLU: Providence Police acted on “dubious” grounds in attempt to oust unhoused encampment
In short, the notice was missing the most rudimentary elements of due process. It was eviction by...
Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea announces run for RI Governor
May 24, 2021

Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea announces run for RI Governor
“I have a track record of meeting challenges head-on, of thinking beyond the status quo and building...
State Representative Leonela Felix selected as one of nation’s outstanding rising leaders
May 6, 2021

State Representative Leonela Felix selected as one of nation’s outstanding rising leaders
“Our nation’s communities face a historic moment of challenge, and it is a humbling and energizing time...
Greenleaf Compassionate Care Center workers vote to unionize
April 6, 2021

Greenleaf Compassionate Care Center workers vote to unionize
“We hope that through demonstrating our continued commitment to one another in organizing as workers that we...
RI Senate rules change would deter public testimony say civil rights advocates
March 19, 2021

RI Senate rules change would deter public testimony say civil rights advocates
“[S]ince ultimately it would be up to the majority or leaders of the body to decide which...
Providence City Councilor’s Call for Environmental Compliance in the Port of Providence
March 18, 2021

Providence City Councilor’s Call for Environmental Compliance in the Port of Providence
“After the fire at the scrap yard on Allen’s Avenue last week, it has become even more...
Rhode Island leaders press for Universal Background Checks to prevent gun violence
March 16, 2021

Rhode Island leaders press for Universal Background Checks to prevent gun violence
“We need more than thoughts and prayers to prevent gun violence – we need action. And that...
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