A year ago when Jim Waring, the vice mayor of Phoenix, spoke at The Scarlet Cord Exhibit opening during the 2015 Super Bowl, he had a message for the buyers of sex: “We are coming after you.” Listening to the vice mayor, I felt like I was on the set of a Batman movie. According…
To honor fallen soldier Army Spc. Eric Burri, his sacrifice for our country, and his concern for the Iraqi children, his family with the West Michigan community collected 5,000 shoes for the Iraqi children in 2005. This past year Eric’s story and Pamela’s Hometown Hero artwork have inspired other concerned citizens from children as young…
Courage Ablaze is a museum quality traveling exhibit that has been experienced by over 70,000 people. The work serves as a megaphone—speaking with tender boldness. Courage Ablaze pillars, icons of strength, invite movement and involvement. As viewers encircle the 7-foot pillars, they engage with the image on the front and the story printed on the…
Is human trafficking on the rise in our communities? Don’t miss The Scarlet Cord Film Premiere to learn more about the commercial sex industry in America. The Scarlet Cord Film Premiere The Grand Rapids Public Museum Tuesday, September 15, 2015 6:00 pm – 8:0 pm Tickets $5.00 at the door We are all called to…
A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. Joseph Campbell Today we remember the heroes of 9/11. Men and women who put their lives on the line for others. Firemen who rushed into the burning Twin Towers to save lives. A Catholic priest who was praying for…
For Immediate Release Grand Rapids, MI – September, 2015 – Women At Risk, International will be hosting a movie premiere on Tuesday, September 15, at the Grand Rapids Public Museum from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with ArtPrize artist, Pamela Alderman. The film, based on the exhibit “The Scarlet Cord” will premiere following a panel…