Social justice event held at Purchase College

Dozens of organizations came together Sunday for what's being called the largest social justice gathering in Westchester County.

News 12 Staff

Mar 24, 2019, 9:17 PM

Updated 1,895 days ago

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Social justice event held at Purchase College
Dozens of organizations came together Sunday for what's being called the largest social justice gathering in Westchester County.
The event held at Purchase College discussed issues relevant to residents in the community.
Topics discussed included gun violence, the Me Too Movement, immigration, social justice reform and the environment.
The aim of the gathering was to foster solidarity and knowledge in the community.

There were a series of workshops, which included panels on health and wellness.


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