Not Yet Free: A Crash Course in Modern Slavery
Join us for a eye-opening crash course on modern slavery and learn how we can work together to combat this ongoing issue.
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Studio Two Three
109 West 15th Street Richmond, VA 23224Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 3 hours
Not Yet Free: A Crash Course in Modern Slavery
Join us for "Not Yet Free: A Crash Course in Modern Slavery", a powerful Abolition 101 training hosted by Virginia Justice Alliance, Abolish Slavery VA, and the Abolish Slavery National Network.
This transformative event will expose the ongoing reality of legalized slavery through the 13th Amendment loophole — and how it continues today through mass incarceration.
Through history, testimony, and action, you'll learn how we got here and what we must do to abolish slavery once and for all.
This event is free — because freedom shouldn’t come at a cost.
We’re organizing to abolish slavery in all its forms, including the legalized slavery that still exists in Virginia’s prisons. This is people-powered work. While there’s no fee to attend, we suggest a $25 donation to help fuel the movement.
Your contribution supports organizing, education, and advocacy led by directly impacted people.
Show up. Speak out. Stand with us.
Whether you donate or not, your presence is powerful.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- The truth behind the 13th Amendment loophole
- How modern slavery hides in plain sight
- The direct link between mass incarceration and slavery
- Abolitionist strategies and community organizing
- Ways to take action locally in Virginia and beyond
🙌 Who Should Attend:
Anyone passionate about justice, equity, and real freedom — especially students, educators, activists, justice-impacted people, and those who are just beginning to explore abolition.
Frequently asked questions
This training is open to everyone — whether you're new to the concept of abolition, an educator, student, activist, community leader, or someone directly impacted by the justice system. If you care about freedom, equity, and ending modern slavery, this space is for you.
Abolition 101 is an introductory workshop that breaks down the history and present-day realities of legalized slavery through the prison system. It’s designed to inform, inspire, and mobilize people to take action.
Yes, this is a free community event. Donations are welcome and will help support ongoing abolitionist organizing in Virginia and beyond.
Yes, advance registration is required to attend. Space is limited and seating is first come, first served. Early registration is strongly encouraged.
Absolutely. We’ll provide resources, next steps, and opportunities to plug into local organizing efforts with VJA, ASVA, and ASNN.