WEBINAR

The Foundation for the Mid South’s #SouthernTalk Virtual Session

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Summary

Our first #SouthernTalk session is titled Mississippi Unchained: Galvanizing Around Justice Reform’s $3 Billion Economic Promise is inspired by the recent Fwd.us report Criminal Justice Reform Can Strengthen Mississippi’s Economy and Workforce, which delves into criminal justice reforms that can empower residents to take advantage of open job opportunities and boost Mississippi’s economy. 

Virtual Agenda

  • 2-3 Minutes: Welcome and Introduction by Greg Johnson, CEO and President
  • 20 Minutes: Segment 1 – “Table Stakes” with Alicia Netterville, Strategic Planning Consultant, MCJRFT. This segment will address the imperative of criminal justice reform in Mississippi, outlining its benefits for the economy and workforce, the progress made, and future goals. It will also introduce the Mississippi Criminal Justice Reform Funders Table.
  • 20 Minutes: Segment 2 – “Organizing for Impact” with Waikinya Clanton, Director, Mississippi Southern Poverty Law Center. The focus will be on the collaborative efforts of the Mississippi Criminal Justice Funders Table and its grantees, encouraging broader participation in these initiatives.
  • 5-8 Minutes: Question and Answer Session moderated by Greg Johnson, featuring both guest speakers. 

Panelist

  • Waikinya Canton, Southern Poverty Law Center’s Mississippi State Director 
  • Alicia Netterville, Strategic Planning Consultant, MCJRFT