We are an interfaith organization committed to active nonviolence as a means of radical social change through education and coalition building. We engage social justice issues through nonviolent action locally, nationally and globally.
The chapter’s current programs include education and advocacy through our monthly newspaper, FORsooth, the monthly Third Thursday Lunch speakers series, the weekly vigil to end the Israeli occupation of Palestine (Friday 12 noon at the corner of 6th and Broadway), and FOR’s Aim Higher Committee, which works to stem the influence of the military in the lives of young people and, through the Peace Essay Contest, encourage students to learn and write about nonviolent conflict resolution.
We are especially excited about our two newest projects. The biggest news is that FOR has won FCC approval to establish a community low-power FM radio station FORward Radio. In addition, Aim Higher is expanding its advocacy work in the Jefferson County Public Schools, challenging JCPS to shift attention and resources toward reducing racial and other disparities in student achievement and discipline, thus better preparing all students for success in the civilian world.
January 19 Attica Scott, “Interfaith Leaders Building a Culture of Health” On Nov 8, Attica Scott became the first African-American woman in almost 20 years to be elected to the Kentucky state legislature. She currently serves as a Community Coach with County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a research and advocacy organization working to build a national Culture of Health enabling all in our diverse society to lead healthy lives. Attica will discuss how creating a community based on respect and interfaith understanding can lead to a healthier society and how Louisville can help create this healthy interfaith culture.