As Christians, we commend the study of Scripture as a foundational resource for our approach to the fight against injustice. We also invite the HCAS community to recommend other readings relevant to the issues. For example, some of our board members have found the following books helpful in their journey:
Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption (Bryan Stevenson)
Welcoming Justice: God’s Movement Toward Beloved Community (Charles Marsh & John Perkins)
Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores (Dominique Gilliard)
We welcome other suggestions you may have, and offer some practical steps for your consideration:
Conversations
Engage in conversations with friends, family, colleagues, or churches, to listen deeply to the experiences of black & Latino communities.
Sign 2020 Statement
Sign the AND Campaign’s 2020 Statement (https://andcampaign.org/2020)
Strategic Protest
We advocate for non-violent resistance against evil. Peaceful civil protests can serve as a public call for change. To be meaningful and effective, they should be combined with sustained advocacy for change in policies & systems.
Local Criminal Justice Elections
Get involved in local elections and connect with criminal justice candidates (judges, prosecutors). Make clear that criminal justice reform is an issue you consider when you vote. Advocate for legislative reforms.
Police and Community Relations
Encourage police officers seeking to engage their communities in healthy ways. Write and meet with the local Police Officers Association to hear their concerns. Let them know that your community’s support includes accountability for standards of conduct that protect all of the community they serve, including different racial groups.
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