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Join us for our October FOCUS Forum. This HYBRID forum will feature a presentation from Joe Heath, as he delves into the ongoing legal efforts to reclaim ancestral lands. This presentation will explore the historical context of the Onondaga Nation’s Land Rights Act, the legal challenges faced in U.S. courts, and the role of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.
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FOCUS and PEACE will hold the second of two free community convenings on November 17 (9:30 to 11:30 AM). Together, we will learn, discuss, and develop the resiliency that our community needs to meet basic needs.
The convening is open to all. Direct service staff, parents, and community members are especially asked to attend and to raise their voices.
The convening builds on recommendations from last year’s Whole Family Summit to Meet Basic Needs. It provides a space to learn from experts, generate solutions, and form practical partnerships among participants.
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This Forum featured a discussion about our local food systems. Panelists explored what food systems are, how they function, and the ways each of us is connected to them. Together, we learned why hunger solutions such as emergency food pantries are critical in the short term, yet cannot fully solve long-term food insecurity. Panelists shared lived experiences navigating hunger as well as insights from their work supporting community members. Panelists also discussed the ways SOFSA is addressing both immediate and long-term goals for building a more equitable food system. Panelists highlighted meaningful ways attendees can get involved and support this important work.
Reserve Your Tickets Today for our Signature Fundraiser, Wisdom Keeper!
Wisdom Keeper is FOCUS’ annual fundraiser. Each year, FOCUS celebrates the impact of a growing list of Wisdom Keepers.
These inspiring community members demonstrate exceptional leadership, continual caring, and understanding of the importance of vision for the future of Central New York!
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The August FOCUS Forum featured a discussion on how Central New York’s growth is being fueled by strategic investments in energy infrastructure and clean energy technologies.
FOCUS hosted a Mix & Mingle with the four candidates running for Syracuse City Mayor. This free, nonpartisan event offered an evening of meaningful conversation and community connection between residents and those seeking to lead our City.
FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. is proud to announce Alicia Ernest as its new Executive Director. In her message, Alicia shares about the future of FOCUS and invites everyone to be an active participant in shaping civic engagement in our Central New York community. Together, we can create meaningful change and strengthen our connections to benefit all residents.
Citizens Academy is an 11-week educational program that informs citizens how local governments are organized, and how services are funded and delivered.