Harriets Dreams

🚨 Court Support Needed 🚨

Join us this morning, June 2 at 11 AM for court support for the family of Kevin Hargraves-Shird.

Nearly four years after Kevin was killed by MPD Sergeant Reinaldo Otero-Camacho, a federal judge will decide whether his family will have the opportunity to present their case before a jury.

Thirteen eyewitnesses testified that they did not see Kevin with a gun and that he was running away when he was shot. Tomorrow's hearing will determine whether the family gets their day in court.

📍 333 Constitution Ave NW, Room 27A
🗓 Tuesday, June 2
⏰ 11:00 AM

If you have the capacity, please join us in supporting Kevin's family as they continue their fight for justice.

No work. No school. No shopping.

May Day is about people, not profit. And in DC, we’re still fighting for the right to govern ourselves.

Join the Chocolate City contingent and march with us on DC Statehood Day.

May 1 | Noon
Sign up at bit.ly/MAYDAY-CC

On March 23, Mayor Bowser vetoed the Full Accountability in Arrest Reporting (FAAR) Act. This common-sense bill would require DC police officers to document any federal agents present at an MPD arrest, document federal agents’ use of force, and to publish body-worn camera footage of that use of force. DC Council passed the bill unanimously, 13-0.

DC residents absolutely need and deserve more transparency about what federal agents are doing in our communities. On Tuesday, March 31, join us to pack the hearing room to make sure DC Council knows we want them to override Bowser’s veto and pass the FAAR Act again.

Sign up for one of two shifts. First shift will start at 10:30am and will include a morning press conference. Second shift will begin at 1:00pm and will include the discussion of FAAR. Sign up for the shift that works best for your schedule.

freedcproject.org/faar

Black Women of DC| Gail Taylor

Gail Taylor is a Washington, DC based urban farmer and the founder of Three Part Harmony Farm, a half acre growing space in Northeast DC that has become a steady source of fresh, accessible food and community connection.

She built the farm out of a clear and practical vision. Food grown close to home. Food that reaches the people around her. After years of commuting to a large scale farm outside the city, she chose to root her work in her own neighborhood and grow for the people she lives among.

Since launching Three Part Harmony Farm in 2012, Taylor has used organic and sustainable practices to produce affordable food while also teaching others how to farm, care for the land, and build something lasting. Her community supported agriculture model allows residents to pay what they can, making fresh produce available without rigid barriers.

As a Black woman farmer, she has also created space for other farmers of color to learn, work, and reconnect with land based knowledge. The farm operates as both a food source and a place of learning, where volunteers, neighbors, and future growers come together to build skill, share history, and stay rooted in community.

Gail Taylor’s work reflects a grounded approach to food justice in DC, where growing food, teaching others, and building community happen side by side.

DC IS NOT A MONARCHY.

NO KINGS.

Trump isn’t the only one. Right now, Stephen Miller is driving attacks on our communities, expanding ICE, and threatening DC’s right to govern itself all while living comfortably in our city.

On March 28, we’re bringing it to his doorstep, to say: No Kings in Our City.

Join the Chocolate City contingent:
600 Howard Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020 (Frederick Douglass Bridge – SE side)
Saturday, March 28
11:00 AM- 1:00 PM Brunch
1:30 PM | Rally and March
RSVP bit.ly/freedc_cc (case sensitive)

Remember, we keep us safe, let us know you are coming. Share travel plans with trusted friends or family. Be safe and resist.

Charnal Chaney is the founder and CEO of Bold Yoga LLC, a Washington, DC-based organization rooted in healing and resilience in the Black community. As a trauma-informed yoga instructor and community leader, she creates intentional spaces where youth and adults can engage mindfulness, deepen self-awareness, and reconnect with themselves.

Her work is grounded in her lived experience overcoming childhood trauma, which shapes how she approaches wellness, care, and access. Through Bold Yoga, Charnal supports individuals in navigating adversity while building practices that sustain their well-being over time.

She is also the organizer behind the National Week of Healing in Washington, DC, a citywide initiative that brings together community members, grassroots organizations, and leaders for collective healing through yoga, dialogue, and cultural practice.

Beyond her teaching, she advocates for trauma-informed care and mental health equity, working to expand access to resources in underserved communities. As a speaker, she brings honesty and lived experience into every room, offering people a way to understand their own experiences and move forward with intention.

BLACK WOMEN OF DC | Nakeisha Neal Jones

Nakeisha Neal Jones is a community builder who helps diverse groups recognize assets and expand resources. Nakeisha is currently Executive Director of Black Women Thriving East of the River (BWTEotR), an organization focused on reducing cancer mortality and increasing health-related workforce success for Black women who live East of the Anacostia River in Washington, D.C.

Prior to BWTEotR, Nakeisha served as Executive Director, DC and AVP of National Programs for Public Allies, a national movement committed to creating a just and equitable society and the diverse leadership to sustain it.

Nakeisha also worked in the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development where she managed the human services and resident engagement strategy for over 1000 residents in four public housing communities. She launched an executive certificate program for nonprofit leaders; provided training and technical assistance to groups working on juvenile justice and housing issues; and strengthened the overall impact of federal dollars for local juvenile justice and delinquency prevention efforts.

Nakeisha earned her undergraduate degree in Public Policy from Duke University, and received a Masters degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University.

Courtwatch DC Training
March 26, 2026
7 PM to 9 PM

Courtwatch DC trains residents to observe and document court proceedings for public accountability. This is how everyday people step into their rightful role in the justice process, not as spectators, but as witnesses who ensure the system is seen clearly.

If you have ever wondered what actually happens inside a courtroom, this is your entry point. If you care about fairness, transparency, and how decisions get made, this is where you begin.

This training is virtual.

Join us. Learn the process. Show up informed.

Register: mobilize.us/hwd

BLACK WOMEN OF DC | AJA TAYLOR

Aja Taylor is a community organizer and master facilitator whose work centers building community power through grassroots engagement, political education, and leadership development.

She began organizing at 14, leading youth and adult allies in campaigns addressing conditions at the Oak Hill Juvenile Detention Facility in Washington DC. Across her career, she has supported coalitions, nonprofit institutions, and community organizations in shaping policy strategy while strengthening internal leadership infrastructure for long-term sustainability.

She is a cofounder of Two Brown Girls Consulting Cooperative and brings extensive experience designing and facilitating community trainings and political education initiatives.