10 Ways to Fight for Social Justice during Corona Virus Pandemic
In everything that we do as an organization, we are grounded in empowering and encouraging youth to use their creative talents to impact social change. Many young people on Maryland’s Eastern Shore navigate daily lives with an unfair level of unpredictability, disrupting their desire and need for connection and community.
It is obvious that we are living in abnormal times but nothing about this moment suggests we are hopeless. Teen Vogue published an article with suggestions on how we can STILL continue the fight for social justice.
Practice social solidarity
Get involved with mutual aid networks
Protect immigrant rights
Don’t forget about people who are incarcerated
Donate to local food banks
Support small and local businesses
Find remote volunteer opportunities
Combat misinformation
Fight xenophobia
Fill out the census
Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter as next month we begin to showcase ways you can do each of these safely from home.
Urgent Notice: Resources on COVID-19
Please see the bottom of this page for a list of Community Resources. We will continue to update this page with new information as it comes in.
Fenix Youth Project Inc. is also hosting free, virtual programs for young people and community members.
Learn more here.
RESOURCES
We will continue to update this list of community resources. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates!
Updated HALS Resource Guide for Homeless
CALL FOR SUPPORT
2-1-1 MARYLAND
Need Help? Dial 2-1-1 | Text Zipcode to 898-211
24 Hours a Day - 7 Days A Week - In over 180 Languages
WICOMICO COUNTY HEALTH DEPT.
COVID 19- CALL CENTER
Managed by Wicomico County Health Department in partnership with Peninsula Regional Medical Center and the Somerset County Health Department.
24 HOURS EMERGENCY HOTLINE
WICOMICO COUNTY PARTNERSHIPS FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN
To provide a safe, healthy, and stable environment for Wicomico County children and families. Follow them on Instagram: @wicomicopartnership Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wicopartnership
CHILDCARE SERVICES
If you are an essential employee and need child care call Locate Child Care: 877-261-0060
MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS
Contact Eastern Shore Mobile Crisis at 1-888-407-8018
SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
Contact Wicomico County COAT Program at 443-783-6875
WICOMICO CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER
Help ensure the safety of our children. Call 410-713-3900
Governor Hogan’s [MD] COVID-19 A-Z Resource Guide
Health Care | Health Insurance Resources
In response to the coronavirus emergency, now through April 15, Marylanders can enroll in quality, affordable health plans through @MarylandConnect. Coverage selected during this time will have a start date of April 1, 2020. Don’t wait! #GetCoveredMD
UTILITY RESOURCES
Governor Hogan has issued an Executive Order that prohibits shut-offs of gas, electric, water, phone, Internet and cable services during the State of Emergency, except for safety or hazard reasons. Some utilities have made additional commitments to work with customers on reconnections. Check out the information sheets for details. The organization has also provided updated information about assistance programs for those who have experienced a loss of or reduced income. They are available at www.opc.maryland.gov.
If you experience a problem related to payment plans, service disconnections or reconnections, or if you have a question, please contact OPC at DLInfo_OPC@maryland.gov. E-mails are reviewed several times a day.
Comcast [Free] 25mb / WiFi; Option to purchase a low-cost computer - https://internetessentials.com
Charter/Spectrum [Free] 30mb / Option WiFi ($5/mo) https://www.spectrum.com/browse/content/spectrum-internet-assist
AT&T Cellular Bill forgiveness, temporary unlimited data
T-Mobile Cellular Bill forgiveness, temporary unlimited data
Verizon Cellular Bill forgiveness
Somerset/Wicomico County Public Schools Information
Somerset County Public Schools will continue to provide meals for students throughout the mandated closure. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the closure, Somerset County Public Schools will deliver meals to locations throughout the county. For a list of service dates and locations, visit https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/apps/news/article/1183951.
Domestic Violence Resources
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
1-800-799-7233
Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence
6911 Laurel Bowie Road, Suite 309 Bowie, MD 20715
TOLL-FREE: 800-MD-HELPS
Phone: 301-352-4574