Direct Action for Rights and Equality

06/01/2026

We are heartbroken by the passing of Ross Amos, who died on Saturday while incarcerated at the ACI.

DARE extends our deepest condolences, love, and solidarity to Ross's family, friends, and all those who knew and loved him. No family should have to receive a phone call telling them their loved one is never coming home.

Ross's death is a tragic reminder that too many people in Rhode Island's prisons continue to suffer and die because of inadequate medical care, neglect, and a system that too often fails to value human life. Every person, regardless of their circumstances, deserves dignity, compassion, and access to quality healthcare.

We mourn with Ross's family, and we commit ourselves to the fight for accountability, transparency, and meaningful change. How many more lives must be lost before action is taken?

We honor Ross's life by continuing to demand a system where no one is left to suffer behind prison walls and where every person is treated with the humanity they deserve.

Rest in power, Ross. You will not be forgotten. ❤️

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

This year’s legislative session is coming to a close soon, and we need your support!

Clean Slate RI is hosting a letter-writing event on Wednesday, June 3, from 1pm-8pm at DARE (340 Lockwood St, Providence, RI 02907). Swing by and send an email or write a letter to your representatives and grab a quick bite!

And if you can’t join us, scan the QR code to send an email now!

Your presence and voice matters. Use it.

05/29/2026

✍️ WRITE FOR JUSTICE ✍️

The legislative session is coming to an end, and now is the time to make your voice heard.

Join DARE and Clean Slate Rhode Island for a Community Letter-Writing Day as we urge lawmakers to pass two critical reforms:

⚖️ Bail on 32 – Restore due process for people accused of probation violations and keep families together while cases are pending.

📄 Clean Slate – Automatically clear eligible criminal records and remove barriers to jobs, housing, education, and opportunity.

🗓 Tuesday, June 3
⏰ Stop by anytime from 1 PM – 8 PM
📍 DARE, 340 Lockwood Street, Providence

✅ Refreshments provided
✅ Letter-writing support available
✅ Community members taking action together
✅ Bring a friend or family member

Even if you can only stay for 15–20 minutes, your voice can help make a difference.

Legislators need to hear directly from the people most impacted by these issues. Together, we can push for a Rhode Island that believes in fairness, second chances, and due process.

05/20/2026

Dozens of advocates, impacted people, families, and community organizations gathered to call for fair treatment, second chances, equity, transparency, and justice.

05/20/2026

🚨 STOP THE SWEEPS 🚨

Join DARE, RIHAP, unhoused community members, and advocates calling for an end to the police persecution of homeless Rhode Islanders.

📍 Burnside Park, Downtown Providence
🗓 Saturday, May 23rd
⏰ 2 PM

We are demanding dignity, housing, and justice — not criminalization.

⚠️ ALSO: Providence City Council is voting on the PERA Ordinance TOMORROW NIGHT (Thursday 5/21 at 5:30 PM) at City Hall.

We need people to SHOW UP and show support!
📞 Call your City Councilor and tell them to vote YES on the PERA Ordinance.

Our communities deserve protection, not punishment.

05/15/2026

✊🏽🔥 CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH WITH DARE 🔥✊🏽

Join us as we celebrate the Day of Freedom and honor the strength, resilience, and joy of our community this Juneteenth weekend! ❤️💛💚🖤

📅 Saturday, June 20th
⏰ 12PM – 4PM
📍 DARE – 340 Lockwood St., Providence, RI

Come through for:
🎤 Guest Speakers
🎶 Entertainment
🍔 BBQ
💈 Free Haircuts by HOPECUTZ
🛍️ Vendors
✨ Community, Reflection & Joy

Juneteenth is a time to celebrate freedom, honor our history, and continue the fight for justice and liberation for all people. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon of unity, culture, food, and community power!

FREE EVENT — ALL ARE WELCOME! 🙌🏽

05/08/2026

Get Excited DARE Family!

We have a busy week ahead of us with the city council rent stabilization veto override vote planned.
Join us at DARE on Tuesday May 12th at 6pm to support youth as they testify on housing instability and champion rent stabilization.

Our youth deserve a voice in this fight, come hear them speak
📍340 Lockwood St
DARE Building
May12 at 6pm

05/06/2026

🌸 Join Us for a Special Mother’s Day Brunch 🌸

DARE invites you to celebrate mothers, caregivers, and the powerful love they bring into our lives 💖

This year’s theme is Women Encouraging Women — a space to uplift, connect, and honor the strength within our community.

✨ Featuring Guest Speaker:
Deputy Majority Leader Mary Kay Harris

🗓 Saturday, May 9th
⏰ 11AM – 2PM
📍 340 Lockwood St, Providence, RI

🥞 Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet
🎟 Raffles & community connection
💬 Meaningful conversations & inspiration

This is a FREE event, but RSVP
📞 Call Deb Harris: 401-291-7980

Let’s come together to celebrate love, resilience, and the women who hold us up every day 💐