I would like to invite ALL OF YOU to UNITE with and COLLABORATE with A Permanent Voice during the holiday season for our annual Christmas In The Park Event.
We ask if you’d be so kind as to spread the word, as we are seeking toy donations, vendors, community resources, entertainment, and more!
We’d love for YOU, YOU, and YOU to come out and sing carols with friends, family, and community! What a SOUND and SIGHT that will be! LOL 🙂
We’d simply ENJOY having you there! OR at the least please distribute the flyer as we have a TOY WISHLIST on Amazon. 🙂 (Hint, for YOU to donate a toy or two) 😉 ***QR CODE IS ON THE FLYER or click here: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/H7F6XBVDFIEX
The date is Sunday, December 8, 2024, 2pm-6pm at Esteban Park 3345 E. Roeser Road Phoenix AZ 85040. FREE EVENT FOR THE COMMUNITY! FREE VENDOR REGISTRATION!
VENDOR/COMMUNITY RESOURCE REGISTRATION FORM:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6ywqPVWcI4dqQo22lR-GAKgX6SIJ6QMmVZyUm7u0Q47bgRw/viewform?usp=pp_url
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Just a reminder happening tonight, Monday, November 18, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona will host our monthly Community Conversation Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest agency will be the City of Phoenix Council District 8 Councilwoman Kesha Hodge-Washington! 🙂
Topics Include:
What is the community’s perspective of the City of Phoenix Council District 8 and their role and responsibility to the community?
What role does District 8 play as it pertains to keeping the community safe?
What plan does Council District 8 have for sustaining the local community? What support resource opportunities are offered?
Information about Council District 8 : https://www.phoenix.gov/district8
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the District 8 representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
November 18, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5pm Friday, November 15, 2024 WALK INS ARE WELCOME!
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
For more information please feel free to reply to this email.
Looking forward to PHENOMENAL change in our community!
On Monday, October 21, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest agency will be the Phoenix Police Department! 🙂
Topics Include:
- What are the essentials of Phoenix Police Department? (Community Policing)
- What are the responsibilities of Officers and Supervisors? (Officer expectations)
- What accountability does PD have in service to the community? (Professional Standards & Civilian Engagement)
Information about the Phoenix Police Department: City of Phoenix, Arizona, Police Department
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the Phoenix PD representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
October 21, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please call 602-341-4042, by 5pm Friday, October 18, 2024
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is at it again!
Here’s an open invitation to participate in the Arizona Department of Public Safety Citizens Academy!
The Arizona Department of Public Safety Citizens Academy is a free program of activities and presentations designed to provide an inside look at our law enforcement operations. The goal of the Academy is to provide insight into police practices and the services we provide while building strong community partnerships.
The Academy is 6 weeks and begins September 30, 2024.
Feel free to share this information with others; let’s give them a FULL HOUSE!. 🙂
For more information please contact, community@azdps.gov or call 602-223-2029.
On Monday, September 9, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office: District of Arizona will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest agency will be the Office of Accountability and Transparency (O.A.T)! 🙂
Topics Include:
- Community’s perception and/or knowledge about the Office of Accountability and Transparency.
- How does the O.A.T utilize civilian feedback when investigating concerns about Policing in Phoenix?
- What is meant by the term “civilian oversight”?
Information about the Office of Accountability and Transparency (O.A.T): Office of Accountability and Transparency
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities, and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the O.A.T representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
September 9, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5PM Friday,September 6, 2024.
Please see the flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
On Monday, August 12, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office: District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest agency will be Maricopa County Justice Courts/Judge Sauls – Kyrene District! 🙂
Topics Include:
Community’s knowledge of sealing criminal records.
What is the process to satisfy and seal eviction actions?
What are orders or protection/injunctions against harassment /injunction against workplace harassment? What is the process to have someone served?
Information about Maricopa County Justice Courts: Justice Courts Maricopa County – Home
***Judge Sauls is a POWERFUL SURVIVOR and holds the value of integrity at the highest level; she is also honest and fair with community!
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities, and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the Maricopa County Justice Courts representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
August 12, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5PM Friday, August 9, 2024.
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
Happening TONIGHT, Monday, July 8, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest agency will be the Arizona Department of Public Safety! 🙂
Topics Include:
- Community’s knowledge of obtaining a fingerprint clearance card.
- Community’s perception of the alert systems: Amber Alert, Blue Alert, Silver Alert.
- What level of authority does a State Trooper possess? In what Jurisdiction?
Information about the Arizona Department of Public Safety: www.azdps.gov
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the AZDPS representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
July 8, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
WALK-INS ARE WELCOMED!
On Monday, May 13, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest agency will be the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office!
Topics Include:
Community’s knowledge of the term “speedy trial”? What constitutes a speedy trial?
How does the County Attorney’s Office ensure all victims and their support systems have access to victim services and resources?
If the County Attorney’s Office decides not pursue charges due to lack of evidence; what is the process to have a case reviewed & reopened if additional evidence is presented?
Information about Maricopa County Attorney’s Office: www.maricopacountyattorney.org
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
May 13, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5PM Friday, May 10, 2024.
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
In observance of National Crime Victims Rights Week (NCVRW), A Permanent Voice will be teaming up with Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice Arizona remembering all victims of violence. Our communities need HEALING!!! We’ve ALL experienced some form of violence: losing loved ones, personal traumas, and so much more!
On Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3pm-7pm at Esteban Park 3345 E. Roeser Road, Phoenix, AZ 85040, please join us as we create a space for community healing, sharing stories, honoring ourselves, loved ones, and those impacted by violence.
Monday, April 15, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached) Please share with others! Let’s get our community educated and IN THE KNOW!
Our special guest organization will be the Foundation for Restoration, Expungement, and Equity for Arizona (F.R.E.E Arizona), although the organization is not a direct LAW ENFORCEMENT agency, their goal is to make sure JUSTICE & SAFETY happens in ALL communities!
****If you know anyone in need of having their Civil Rights Restored, this is the organization that can TRULY get the job done! We MUST have a strong voice at all times (Not only in NOVEMBER!) 😉
Topics Include:Community’s knowledge of restoring rights post conviction.
What is the difference between a punitive system and a rehabilitation system?
What is the role of transformative justice in a criminal justice system?
Information about F.R.E.E. Arizona: www.freeaznow.org
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the F.R.E.E. Arizona representatives and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Date/Time:
April 15, 2024/6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5PM Friday, April 12, 2024. ****Please note walk-ins are welcome! 🙂
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
Tis the season to be GRILLIN’ & CHILLIN’! 🙂
Remember, this upcoming Sunday, March 17, 2024, 2pm-6pm, at Esteban Park 3345 E. Roeser Road Phoenix, AZ 85040
Thank you to Phoenix Fire for presenting the Bicycle Rodeo & the Car Seat Check! WE NEED THAT!
SPECIAL HUGE Shout out to the City of Phoenix Parks & Recreation Department for helping the SOUTH SIDE OUT! YEAH! YEAHHHH! (In my Ice Cube Voice) LOL 🙂
I’m BEYOND GRATEFUL for EVERYONE participating; we all have unique, special gifts & talents coming together to bless our community! 🙂
Community’s understanding of the term protective parent.
Topics Include:Community‘s knowledge of Maricopa County’s Victims Compensation Program.
What is the role of CSSJ as it pertains to identifying survivors and addressing their needs?
Is Community Safety a Public Health issue? What impact does Community Safety have on health status and health outcome?
We are starting our New Year of Community Conversation Listening Session on a HIGH NOTE!
On Monday, January 22, 2024, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached)
Our special guest agency will be the US MARSHALS (VAN BAYLESS, Acting US Marshal for Arizona (the highest person at the Marshals office) and is excited to attend. He’s driving up from Tucson for the meeting.)
Topics Include:
Community’s knowledge of the Witness Security Program a.k.a Witness Protection Program? How can individuals and/or families get protection who are not actively participating in the program? What funding, if any, is available to assist individuals and/or families?
What is the role of the US Marshals as it pertains to identifying and evaluating assets that represent proceeds of a crime?
Upon apprehending a fugitive; what measures are enforced to ensure the safety of the surrounding community?
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the US Marshals and United States Attorney Office representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE “CONTINUED” CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Time:
6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5PM Friday, January 19, 2024
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
Just a REMINDER TONIGHT Monday, December 11, 2023, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. (Flyer is attached)
Our special guests will be Local Faith Based Leaders and Law Enforcement Representatives. 🙂
Topics include:
Community perspective of how the relationship between law enforcement and faith based leaders affect community engagement productivity.
What role, if any, do faith based leaders have as it pertains to law enforcement policy making?
What specific community issue(s) do faith based leaders and law enforcement place value on? What realistic strategies are in place for intervention or prevention?
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the Faith Based and Law Enforcement representatives will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Time:
6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
To register, please reply to this email or call 602-341-4042, by 5PM Friday, December 8, 2023.
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
On Monday, November 13, 2023, A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office:District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session.
***Good News release about the ATF and some of what they offer: https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/behind-the-scenes-with-atf-gun-trafficking-to-explosives-detection/75-dd777182-4290-413a-b2fa-b4a5ca032c66
Our special guest Law Enforcement Agency will be the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF). 🙂
Topics include:
- Community knowledge of guns and explosives trafficking within their immediate community.
- How are such harmful items such as guns, tobacco, and explosives released into communities? How does the ATF prevent or intervene?
- When SWAT teams are deployed to serve warrants or assist with investigations; are negotiation tactics priority?
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face; we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a specified representative. ***Please note there is no guarantee of what the US Attorney’s Office reps or Phx PD reps will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Location:
South Mountain Community Library – 7050 S. 24th Street Phoenix, AZ 85042 Rooms L162/L163 (EXTREMELY THANKFUL & GRATEFUL FOR THE CO-SPONSORSHIP from our Community Library!) This is a TRUE BLESSING!
Time:
6:00pm-8:30pm
***Light refreshments will be provided.
Pre-registration must be completed by 5pm Saturday, November 11, 2023, by replying to this email or you may also or by calling 602-341-4042..
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
For more information please feel free to reply to this email.
Looking forward to PHENOMENAL change in our community!
A Permanent Voice in Collaboration with Paint Phoenix Purple invites you to join us on Sunday, October 29, 2023, as we embark on a journey to bring awareness and positive light to the South Phoenix Community about two very dark life challenges.
This WALK/CELEBRATION is a FREE event and will be our very first initiative to bring awareness to the lack of resources for Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence in the South Phoenix Community!
The event is also geared to bring the voices of our community together to show love and support of those affected by Breast Cancer & Domestic Violence.
The walk will begin at 1:30pm (meeting on the NW Corner of 24th Street and Roeser Road in Phoenix, AZ) This is a DROP OFF ONLY LOCATION. Please have your friends/family drop you off at the meeting point, there’s parking available at Esteban.
We will walk to Esteban Park located at 3345 E. Roeser Road Phoenix AZ 85040 and there ALL of the FESTIVITIES will begin!
There will be food trucks, community resource tables, live music, healing and meditation, survivor stories, and so much more!
Our main event will be a SURVIVORS BASKETBALL SHOWDOWN! BALLIN’ ON BREAST CANCER & DUNKIN’ ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE!
T-shirts will be available for pick-up and/or delivery (depending on location) one-week prior to the event.
WE CARE ABOUT OUR SOUTH PHOENIX COMMUNITY!
I’d like to invite ALL of our family MATRIARCHS and PATRIARCHS out to enjoy a day of LEARNING BASIC TECHNOLOGY!
Date: SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023
Time: 10am-2pm
LOCATION: ZION INSTITUTE
5644 S. 16TH STREET
PHOENIX AZ 85040
Registration form:
https://forms.gle/2jfvy1ys722eMMxx6
Register by calling:
602-268-7502 Press #4
Register by Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
For more information contact A PERMANENT VOICE: 602-341-4042.
PLEASE SHARE and INVITE OUR SENIORS! 🙂
On Monday, August 14, 2023, A Permanent Voice, in collaboration with The US Attorney’s Office: District of Arizona (Department Of Justice) will host our monthly Listening Session. Our special guest Law Enforcement Agency will be the FBI.
Topics include:
- Community perspective of law enforcement protecting citizens from public officials
- Community responsibility of reporting organized crimes: Is it truly the responsibility of the community to report?
- Community knowledge of civil rights violations: Do you know when your rights are being violated?
We know several challenges that are faced in our immediate communities and we want to hear from the public!
We also know there are several “personal” challenges community members face, so we’ll have a comment box where you can share your thoughts and receive a follow-up from a Department of Justice representative.
***Please note there is no guarantee of what the US Attorney’s Office reps or FBI reps will be able to provide to you on that evening; but will do their best to address concerns in a timely manner.
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Elevate Church Fellowship Hall 4655 S. 16th Street Phoenix AZ 85040
Light refreshments will be provided courtesy of the US Attorney’s Office.
Pre-registration must be completed by 12noon Monday, August 14, 2023, by emailing apermanentvoice@gmail.com or by calling 602-341-4042.
Please see the attached flyer and please feel free to invite others.
We ask for everyone in attendance to PLEASE come with a positive mindset for a candid conversation to foster positive change for our community!
Looking forward to PHENOMENAL change in our community!
Save the Date for Sunday, October 29, 2023 for our 1st annual Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Walk.
More details to come!