Why should we care?
SCS’s ability to provide a quality, equitable education is being undercut by high teacher turnover and year-long teaching vacancies, as well as significant maintenance deficiencies within the schools, all of which leads to higher financial, educational, and health costs. A lack of access to wraparound services provided by qualified social workers, psychologists, and nurses inhibits the successful treatment of trauma or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). Abuse, neglect, and trauma significantly increase the likelihood of suspensions, juvenile criminal behavior, and incarceration. With a median age four years below the national average, Memphis’s population can support economic development, but only if we provide children in our community access to opportunities and support.
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Upcoming Events
Thu, Sep 29ZoomSince the 4th Monday of this month is the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah, we will have our monthly Issues Night on Thursday, September 29th. Join us as we prepare for our Annual Public Meeting which will be on 10/23!
Sun, Oct 23First Baptist Church BroadMICAH’s annual Public Meeting occurs each fall with the goal of engaging the broader community of Memphis and Shelby County into the work MICAH is doing in a distinct moment. The Public Meeting shows a “slice” of our current work.
Sat, Sep 24MemphisShelby County Voter Alliance (SCVA) will have a voter registration table where we will be registering people to vote and also help them check their voter information, like registration status, polling location etc.