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Past Events


2011, October 21 - First Annual Legal Eagle Charity Golf Tournament Multiple teams of community advocates, ranging from legal professionals to Charlotte Law students, took the links together and enjoyed fun and fellowship under the backdrop of a beautiful fall afternoon. JI, MCB & MBF would like to thank Eddie Knox for the use of the award-winning Verdict Ridge golf course for this year’s tournament. A special thanks also goes out to all our generous sponsors who donated everything from gift cards to swag bags to delicious boxed-lunches and beverages! This event was a great success thanks to all our participants, sponsors, and volunteers. Justice Initiatives looks forward to teaming up with the Mecklenburg County Bar and Bar Foundation in the years to come to continue this tradition. Net proceeds from the event benefit Justice Initiatives and the Mecklenburg Bar Foundation in their efforts to award grants supporting organizations/projects with a legal nexus in our community.
	Event Sponsors -- Many thanks to our sponsors!
	Event Volunteers
	Event Attendees

2011, August 2 - Strengthening Community Relationships Mr. Carlos Flores Vizcarra, the Consul General of Mexico in the Carolinas, provided information to court officials and personnel regarding ongoing issues and dilemmas that affect the local Mexican-American community during a lunch and learn that took place Tuesday, August 2nd. Mr. Vizcarra also highlighted cultural nuances officials may encounter when serving this population. To enhance the cultural experience, participants were treated to a sampling of authentic traditional foods catered by Fonda Las Cazuelas, a local restaurant noted for its authentic Mexican cooking. This lunch and learn was created by the Trial Court Administrator's (TCA) Office through a partnership with Justice Initiatives, Inc, who has provided the TCA's Office with a generous grant to host a series of lunch and learn sessions titled "Strengthening Community Relationships." The mission of the series is to build informal social capital within our community by developing programs and projects that foster bridge-building between the court system and diverse individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations.
	Event Flyer
	Mr. Vizcarra's Bio

2011, May 10 - An Evening at the Courthouse On Tuesday, May 10, 2011, Justice Initiatives, Inc. hosted its 5th annual Evening at the Courthouse event at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse. Beginning at 6:00 pm, the event received many distinguished members of the federal and state judiciary, state and local elected representatives, and leading members of the Mecklenburg County Bar and community. Guests enjoyed food from some of Charlotte's finest establishments while capping the night off with keynote speaker Dennis Stone, Dean of the Charlotte School of Law.
	Event Flyer
	Fundraiser Poster with Financial Sponsors
	Restaurant Sponsors
	Program Booklet
	Event Menu Insert
	Photo Album

2011 - Race Matters for Juvenile Justice Symposium Justice Initiatives sponsored a Race Matters for Juvenile Justice Symposium on Friday, January 28, 2011 at 8:30am-1:00pm at The Charlotte Westin. The symposium provided an opportunity for judicial officers, systems' experts, and community partners to come together and discuss the disproportionate representation of families and children of color in our juvenile justice court system. Attendants were allowed to ask questions as everyone tried to put forth an effort to reduce such racial disproportionality and disparities, while ultimately moving toward a goal of improving outcomes for ALL children and families.
	2011 Race Matters for Juvenile Justice - Press Release
	2011 Race Matters for Juvenile Justice - Save the Date
	2011 Race Matters for Juvenile Justice - Agenda
	2011 Race Matters for Juvenile Justice - Speaker Biographies
	Photo Album

2010 - Judicial Candidates Forum Justice Initiatives, Inc. sponsored a judicial candidate's forum for all individuals vying for seats on the District Court Bench and Superior Court Bench in Mecklenburg County. The forum took place on Thursday, October 21, 2010, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Charlotte School of Law.
	2010 Judicial Candidates Forum - News Release
	2010 Judicial Candidates Forum - Program
	2010 Judicial Candidates Forum - Flyer
	Photo Album

2010 - District Attorney Debate Justice Initiatives, Inc. sponsored a debate between the candidates vying for the District Attorney position in Mecklenburg County: Andrew Murray (Republican) and Michael Barnes (Democrat). The debate took place on Thursday, October 14, 2010 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Charlotte School of Law.
	District Attorney Debate Program (185kb)
	2010 District Attorney Debate Flyer (180kb)
	Photo Album

2010, October - Strengthening Community Relationships On Tuesday, October 12, twenty-six court officials, employees, and service providers of the 26the Judicial District of NC attended the 8th in a series of sessions entitled Strengthening Community Relationships. The Trial Court Administrator's Office received funding from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation through its Front Porch Grants program, which is managed by Community Building Initiative. A matching grant was also awarded by Justice Initiatives, Inc. The program is an effort to build informal social capital within our community. Front Porch Grants are awarded to organizations and partnerships for specific programs and projects that foster bridge-building between individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations. The goal is to increase trust and expand social connections and informal networks in Charlotte-Mecklenburg. This particular session was designed to educate court officials and employees about the deaf and hard of hearing community. The North Carolina Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and Fluent, Inc. provided an overview of this population and gave attendees valuable tips on how to better serve those who are deaf or hard of hearing.


2010, May 11 - An Evening at the Courthouse On Tuesday, May 11, 2010, Justice Initiatives, Inc. hosted its 4th annual An Evening at the Courthouse at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse. Beginning at 6:00 pm, the event received many distinguished members of the federal and state judiciary, state and local elected representatives, and leading members of the Mecklenburg County Bar and community. Guests enjoyed food from some of Charlotte's finest establishments while capping the night off with the keynote speaker, former Mayor Pat McCrory.
	Event Flyer (288k)
	Fundraiser Poster with Sponsors (257k)
	Banner with Sponsors (733k)
	Program Booklet (640k)
	Program Presentation Slideshow (962k)
	Photo Album
	Video Footage

2010, March - Town Hall Meeting The 26th Judicial District of North Carolina and Justice Initiatives, Inc. sponsored the second in a series of Town Hall Meetings on Wednesday, March 24th at 7:00 pm at the Charlotte School of Law. This forum provided an opportunity for the public to meet local judges and court officials and to receive information and ask questions about the Mecklenburg County Court System. News14 Carolina provided in-depth coverage of the event on their website. Planning is already underway for the next offering.
	Town Hall Flyer (404k)
	Welcome to the 26th Judicial District of NC (137k PDF File)
	Quick Guide to the Courts (400k)
	The Town Hall Meeting can be viewed here on News14 Carolina
	Charles Keller's pre-meeting interview can be viewed here on News14 Carolina

2010, March - Strengthening Community Relationships Diversity Training was presented by African Congolese community service providers from the local Congolese community. The presentation included basic and good-to-know cultural information and differences regarding the local African and Congolese population that help in daily interactions with this community. Attendees were presented with information on how this population views government and law enforcement agencies, family structure, and societal customs. As part of learning about this culture, attendees enjoyed a variety of traditional African cuisine. Justice Initiatives matched funds received by the Trial Court Administrator's Office from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation through its Front Porch Grants program, which is managed by Community Building Initiative. The program is an effort to build informal social capital within our community. Front Porch Grants are awarded to organizations and partnerships for specific programs and projects that foster bridge-building between individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations. The goal is to increase trust and expand social connections and informal networks in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
	Strengthening Community Relationships Flyer (190k)

2009, October - Strengthening Community Relationships Diversity Training was presented by Middle-Eastern community service providers from the Middle East Council of the Carolinas. The presentation included basic and good-to-know cultural information and differences regarding the local Middle-Eastern population that help in daily interactions with this community. Attendees enjoyed an array of Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean food provided by Leah's Cuisine. Justice Initiatives matched funds received by the Trial Court Administrator's Office from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation through its Front Porch Grants program, which is managed by Community Building Initiative. The program is an effort to build informal social capital within our community. Front Porch Grants are awarded to organizations and partnerships for specific programs and projects that foster bridge-building between individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations. The goal is to increase trust and expand social connections and informal networks in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
	Strengthening Community Relationships Flyer (323k)

2009, October - Town Hall Meeting Series The 26th Judicial District of North Carolina and Justice Initiatives, Inc. sponsored the first in a series of Town Hall Meetings on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at 7:00 pm on the CPCC - Cato Campus. This forum provided an opportunity for the public to meet local judges and court officials and to receive information and ask questions about the Mecklenburg County Court System. WBTV provided live coverage of the event via streaming video on their website. Planning is already underway for the next offering.
	Welcome to the 26th Judicial District of NC (144k)
	Quick Guide to the Courts (400k)
	Town Hall Flyer (202k)
	Town Hall Video can be viewed here on News14 Carolina.

2009, May - An Evening at the Courthouse Justice Initiatives, Inc. hosted the 3rd annual, An Evening at the Courthouse, event on Tuesday, May 12, 2009, at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse beginning at 6:00 pm. The event was attended by many distinguished members of our federal and state judiciary, state and local elected representatives and leading members of the Mecklenburg County Bar and community.
	May 5, 2009 - Press Release (52k)
	Fundraiser Poster with Sponsors (330k)
	Banner with Sponsors (428k)
	Program Booklet (300k)

2009, March - Strengthening Community Relationships Diversity Training was presented by Eastern European service providers from Mecklenburg County. The presentation included basic and good-to-know cultural information and differences regarding the local Eastern-European population that help in daily interactions with this community. Attendees enjoyed a traditional array of Eastern European food provided by Bludov Catering. Justice Initiatives matched funds received by the Trial Court Administrator's Office from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation through its Front Porch Grants program, which is managed by Community Building Initiative. The program is an effort to build informal social capital within our community. Front Porch Grants are awarded to organizations and partnerships for specific programs and projects that foster bridge-building between individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations. The goal is to increase trust and expand social connections and informal networks in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
	Strengthening Community Relationships Flyer (480k)

2008, November - Strengthening Community Relationships Diversity Training for court staff, court officials and judges was presented by members of the local Asian community service providers from the Girl Scouts' Hornet's Nest Council, Davidson College, The Boat People SOS, Inc., and The Asian Herald. The presentation included basic and good-to-know cultural information and differences regarding the local Asian population that help members of the court provide better service in their daily interactions with this community. Attendees enjoyed an array of Asian foods catered by Chen's Bistro. Justice Initiatives, Inc. matched funds received by the Trial Court Administrator's Office from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation through its Front Porch Grants program, which is managed by Community Building Initiative. The program is an effort to build informal social capital within our community. Front Porch Grants are awarded to organizations and partnerships for specific programs and projects that foster bridge-building between individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations. The goal is to increase trust in the local judicial system and expand social connections and informal networks in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
	Strengthening Community Relationships (297k)

2008, June - Strengthening Community Relationships Diversity Training was presented by Hispanic community service providers from CPCC and Women's Commission. The presentation included basic and good-to-know cultural information and differences regarding the local Latin population that help in daily interactions with this community. Attendees enjoyed an array of Latin American foods catered by one of Charlotte's finest Hispanic-owned restaurants. Justice Initiatives, Inc. matched funds received by the Trial Court Administrator's Office from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation through its Front Porch Grants program, which is managed by Community Building Initiative. The program is an effort to build informal social capital within our community. Front Porch Grants are awarded to organizations and partnerships for specific programs and projects that foster bridge-building between individuals, communities, neighborhoods and organizations. The goal is to increase trust and expand social connections and informal networks in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
	Strengthening Community Relationships Flyer (182k)

2008, May - An Evening at the Courthouse Justice Initiatives, Inc., a non-profit, will be hosting the 2nd annual, An Evening at the Courthouse, event on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse beginning at 6:00 pm. This fundraiser is shaping up to be the premier event within the legal community as many distinguished members of our federal and state judiciary, state and local elected representatives and leading members of the Mecklenburg County Bar and community will be in attendance.
	May 13, 2008 - Press Release (47k)
	Fundraiser Poster with Sponsors (153k)
	Banner with Sponsors (93k)
	Program Booklet (285k)

2007, April - An Evening at the Courthouse Justice Initiatives, Inc., a non-profit, will be hosting its inaugural fundraiser, An Evening at the Courthouse, on Thursday, April 19, at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse beginning at 6:30 pm. This fundraiser is shaping up to be the premier event within the legal community as many of the leading law firms and distinguished members of the Mecklenburg County Bar have eagerly been stepping forward to serve as sponsors. This very special occasion will feature a sampling of cuisine and non-alcoholic beverages prepared by Charlotte's finest area restaurants, including Latorre's, Maggiano's, McCormick & Schmick's, Patou, The Cheesecake Factory, The Crowne Plaza Hotel, and Starbuck's. The folks who partake in this unique opportunity will be treated to an evening of food, fun and fellowship underneath the soaring atrium of the new courthouse. Festivities will also take place on the 9th floor terrace where participants can take in the night air and enjoy the incredible bird's-eye view of uptown. Attendees will have a unique opportunity to enjoy a private viewing of the building after-hours and to learn more about the various innovative and award winning court programs that serve this community.
	April 18, 2007 - Press Release (95k)
	Fundraiser Flyer with Sponsors (562k)
	Banner with Sponsors (240k)
	Program Booklet (331k)

2005, September - Justice Initiatives, Inc. Fundraiser Justice Initiatives, Inc., a new non-profit established in support of the Mecklenburg County Court System, is hosting its first fundraising event on Thursday, September 22, 2005, from 7:00-9:00 PM. Judy Harrison-Barry and Dee-Dee Harris are co-hosting this invitation-only event at the home of Ms. Harris. Monies raised will be specifically earmarked for treatment and other services needed by clients enrolled in the groundbreaking and award-winning Mecklenburg County Drug Treatment Court.
	September 19, 2005 - Press Release (26k)
	Post-event Release (53k)

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