On Wednesday, law enforcement arrested over 50 people during peaceful protests at the University of Texas in Austin. Charges have been dropped in all 57 arrests made during the protest. […]
Recent Press Releases
Texas Rising Hosts HBCU Empowerment Summit, Uplifts Black Organizing
Texas Rising brought together student activists for the first HBCU Empowerment Summit this Saturday FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 22, 2024 CONTACT: Emily Witt (she/hers), [email protected] HOUSTON – Texas Rising, a leading statewide grassroots organization focused on mobilizing young Texans and Texans of color, Saturday brought together student activists for the first HBCU Empowerment Summit. The event provided […]
Texas Freedom Network Congratulates Organized Community Members in Katy ISD as District Rejects Policy Hiring Unqualified Chaplains
Katy ISD voted no on allowing chaplains who are unqualified to act as school counselors to serve as “mental health personnel and support.” […]
Galveston ISD Rejects Policy Hiring Unqualified Chaplains, Texas Freedom Network Congratulates Organized Community Members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 21, 2024 CONTACT: Imelda Mejia, [email protected] HOUSTON — The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees tonight rejected creating a new policy under SB 763 allowing chaplains who are unqualified to act as school counselors to be employed or accepted as volunteers to serve as “mental health personnel and support” in the district’s public […]
Texas Rising Connects Young El Pasoans and Local Candidates Using Innovative “Speed Dating” Format
Event photos can be found here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 14, 2024 CONTACT: Emily Witt (she/hers), [email protected] EL PASO, Texas – Civic engagement organization, Texas Rising, today hosted a Valentine’s Day “Speed Dating” event facilitating meaningful conversations on key issues between young El Pasoans and local candidates ahead of the March Primary Election. The event was […]
