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Birds are chirping, trees are green, and every person can rise and shine safely in Tennessee.
We believe every Tennessean should enjoy a free, safe, and vibrant life.
We are bold.
We connect and create together to build a Tennessee safe for all.
OUR MISSION
We are volunteers.
We serve with energy and love.
WHO WE ARE
We are committed to ensuring that every Tennessee resident can enjoy a vibrant life in a state that protects their communities.
Our Theory of Change: Love and connection are the driving force behind meaningful change.
Rise & Shine pursues 3 objectives to achieve our vision of a safe Tennesseeā¦
Connected and Unified Tennesseans. Engaging in community events including farmers markets, parent organizations, and other activities throughout the state to build connections across the state and counter the isolation and separation of groups. Creating community town halls for communities to come and speak about their concerns, grief, and joy.
Engaged Tennesseans. Awareness raising through social media to deepen the civic conversation around policy making in Tennessee. Community events to inspire civic engagement - concerts, talks, coffee shop meet ups, potlucks. Online communities and education to build knowledge and awareness.
Economically secure Tennesseans. Ensure Tennesseans are engaged and educated about how growth impacts their economic security.