OUR VISION
Our vision is to empower and advocate for young individuals involved in the criminal justice system and their families. Leading to a more restorative and just juvenile legal system.
OUR MISSION
We are dedicated to providing Participatory Defense,and resources, to ensure that both youth
and their guardians are well-informed, actively engaged in the legal process, and equipped to
make informed decisions. Our goal is to foster collaboration, protect the rights of youth, and
promote rehabilitation and positive outcomes for both the young person and their family.
our values
About Us
Family Support and Student Advocacy
Bent Not Broken offers guidance and peer support to families as they advocate for their students involved in school discipline hearings and court proceedings. One of the tenets of participatory defense are Family Justice Hubs, which connect impacted families with one another. These relationships provide much-needed support and guidance as well as serve as an organizing entity when system changes are needed.
MEET OUR TEAM
Ebony Hemphill
Dontray Hemphill
Dontray Hemphill
Executive Director
Dontray Hemphill
Dontray Hemphill
Dontray Hemphill
Director of Youth Development & Community Engagement
Sherah Hawkins
Dontray Hemphill
Sherah Hawkins
Executive Administrative Assistant
Lena Shorter
Trevon Hobson
Sherah Hawkins
Youth & Family Engagement Coordinator
Trevon Hobson
Trevon Hobson
Trevon Hobson
Youth Development Coordinator
participatory defense
What is Participatory Defense?
Participatory Defense is a community organizing model for people facing charges, their families, and communities to impact the outcomes of cases and transform the landscape of power in the court system.
Who Do We Serve?
We primarily serve youth in the city of Kalamazoo, our organization protects and supports ALL black and brown youth. If you reside outside the city of Kalamazoo, please don't hesitate to reach out to us, we will do our best to figure how we can support in any way we can.
What Can You Expect?
Our organization is dedicated to supporting and advocating for youth and their families currently impacted by court proceedings and/or school disciplinary action. We support youth and families with court support, understanding their charges, obtaining reports, and any paperwork or information that is needed to make an informed decision. We also provide strategies and resources for community service, goal setting, daily/weekly mentoring, and youth empowerment through youth leadership roles.
Interested in Learning More?
To learn more about Participatory Defense, please check out the National Participatory Defense Network: https://www.participatorydefense.org/hubs
Contact Us
Better yet, see us in person!
Our Hub Meetings are every Monday which are open to the public.
The meeting location is the Douglass Community Association located at
1000 W Paterson St Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 at 6:00pm.
Bent Not Broken
Hours
Mon | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Tue | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Wed | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Thu | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | By Appointment | |
Sun | By Appointment |
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