Advocacy and Community Activism after the Baltimore/DOJ Consent Decree

Advocacy and Community Activism after the Baltimore/Department of Justice Consent Decree

Join the School of Social Work and the School of Law for a Teach-in on Criminal Justice Reform

Learn about the Baltimore/DOJ Consent Decree and the Baltimore Police Department's (BPD) response to the DOJ's finding that the BPD engaged in a pattern and practice of conduct that violates the First and Fourth Amendments of the Constitution as well as federal anti-discrimination laws.

Hear from community organizations actively engaged in advocating for and protecting the rights of marginalized groups disproportionately victimized by police misconduct. Learn how student organizations and the broader UMB community can support their work.

Date: Monday, March 13, 2017

Time: 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm (Pizza will be provided between 4:30 pm and 5:15 pm)

Location: UM School of Social Work Auditorium

This event is sponsored by the University of Maryland School of Social Work and the University of Maryland Carey School of Law.