DETROIT \u2013 The Detroit Pistons have been red-hot on the court this season and they\u2019re reaching out to local residents who need a hand in the game of life.<\/p>\n
The Pistons are working with the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition to host a Social Impact Summit in April. They say it\u2019s an initiative designed<\/p>\n
to advance opportunities for those who\u2019ve been involved and impacted by the justice system.<\/p>\n
The team says it\u2019s working to bring together key community stakeholders including the Clean Slate Project and Henry Ford Health to provide on-site<\/p>\n
services for attendees. We\u2019re told the organizations will offer justice impacted individuals access to record sealing support, driver\u2019s license restoration, mental health resources, and additional assistance. The services can be critical for people looking to get a fresh start in life,<\/p>\n
\u201cDetroit is a city built on resilience, and we believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to move forward,\u201d said Chris Economeas, Senior Director of Community & Social Responsibility for the Detroit Pistons. \u201cWe\u2019re proud to work with the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition and our community partners to help remove barriers facing justice-impacted Detroiters, connect individuals to critical resources and reinforce our commitment to equity, second chances and meaningful change in our city.\u201d<\/p>\n
Organizers say participants also can learn about existing laws and pending legislation aimed at reducing record-related barriers and fostering second chances in addition to receiving information on mental health, civic engagement, and fair housing.<\/p>\n