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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Dia de los Muertos Vigil
Sun, Nov 01
|Gaisman Park
MICAH is hosting a community gathering on Sunday November 1st to honor the six people who have been killed by the Memphis (Un)Safe Task Force and those killed in ICE custody, as well as hold space for those who have been separated from their families by ICE.
Time & Location
Nov 01, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Gaisman Park, 4223 Macon Rd, Memphis, TN 38122, USA
About the event
Dia de Los Muertos is a cultural event that centers around the theme of remembrance of those who have passed away. MICAH is hosting a community gathering on Sunday November 1st to honor the six people who have been killed by the Memphis (Un)Safe Task Force and those killed in ICE custody, as well as hold space for those who have been separated from their families by ICE. These cherished members of our community are gone, but not forgotten. We invite you to bring photos of your loved ones, as well as flowers, candles, letters, or other meaningful items to place on the community altar.
RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/disappearedinamerica/event/1072874/
Upcoming Events
Wed, Oct 28Faith United Methodist ChurchThis is the FINAL door-to-door canvassing opportunity with MICAH before the election! Join us and bring a friend!
Sat, Oct 31Monumental Baptist ChurchJoin us for on Halloween for a phone banking session with MICAH! No experience necessary, costumes optional! Make sure to bring your laptop/phone & headphones. Lunch is provided!- Sun, Nov 01Gaisman ParkMICAH is hosting a community gathering on Sunday November 1st to honor the six people who have been killed by the Memphis (Un)Safe Task Force and those killed in ICE custody, as well as hold space for those who have been separated from their families by ICE.
Mon, Nov 02Wesley Foundation-MSUJoin us on November 2nd from 6-8 pm at Wesley Foundation (U of M campus) for Issues Night!
Tue, Nov 03Multiple LocationsPoll Parties at Christ City Church, St. Paul Baptist Church, and Shady Grove Presbyterian Church!
Sun, Nov 15Avon AcresJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of celebration, community, and great live jazz!
Tue, Nov 17Location is TBDTuesday, November 17th from 7-8:30 pm. Location TBD.
Upcoming Events
- Wed, Oct 28Faith United Methodist ChurchThis is the FINAL door-to-door canvassing opportunity with MICAH before the election! Join us and bring a friend!
- Sat, Oct 31Monumental Baptist ChurchJoin us for on Halloween for a phone banking session with MICAH! No experience necessary, costumes optional! Make sure to bring your laptop/phone & headphones. Lunch is provided!
- Sun, Nov 01Gaisman ParkMICAH is hosting a community gathering on Sunday November 1st to honor the six people who have been killed by the Memphis (Un)Safe Task Force and those killed in ICE custody, as well as hold space for those who have been separated from their families by ICE.
- Mon, Nov 02Wesley Foundation-MSUJoin us on November 2nd from 6-8 pm at Wesley Foundation (U of M campus) for Issues Night!
- Tue, Nov 03Multiple LocationsPoll Parties at Christ City Church, St. Paul Baptist Church, and Shady Grove Presbyterian Church!
- Sun, Nov 15Avon AcresJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of celebration, community, and great live jazz!
- Tue, Nov 17Location is TBDTuesday, November 17th from 7-8:30 pm. Location TBD.