Reach Launches Advocacy Event Series

This September, Reach is hosting two events aimed at community and civic engagement, with more planned over the coming months. We welcome everyone to join us to explore these important topics that are more relevant than ever.

Thursday, September 4, 2025

7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Understanding and Reporting Hate Bias and Crimes: A Panel Discussion on How to Recognize, Report, and Respond to Hate in Our Community

Living Faith Lutheran Church | 1605 Veirs Mill Rd., Rockville, MD

Featuring:

• Montgomery County Committee on Hate/Violence
• Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS)
• Montgomery County Police Department

Monday, September 15, 2025

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Why Voting Matters: One Vote Really Can Change History

B’nai Israel Congregation | 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD

Learn how to register, vote, and make your voice count at every level of government.

Hands-on voting equipment demonstration. English and Spanish presentations offered at the same time in separate rooms — choose the one that works best for you!

Featuring:

• Montgomery County Board of Elections
• League of Women Voters
• Montgomery College

Sarah Basehart, Reach's executive director, commented on the new initiative and Reach's focus on advocacy:

I heard this quote in a video a few years ago: “it's easy to mind your business, it takes a little more effort to mind the community.” To me, that is the heart of advocacy, and if you are helping to mind the community then you are compelled to engage and stand up for others.

Reach has a strong legacy of supporting marginalized communities, including immigrants, and those experiencing poverty or homelessness. This support comes through both services and advocacy.  It is important to me that we continue our advocacy focus and serve as a source of information for the community. Attend one or both of our events in September and commit to minding the community.

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