Hear My Cries

08/30/2026

TODAY WAS POWERFUL! 💜

Today’s Moving Through the Trauma — A Day of Connection reminded me why creating safe spaces matters.

The feedback touched my heart:

“It was a very necessary and impactful event.”
“I met some amazing people.”
“My only regret is that we didn’t have enough time!”
“Lisa, I’m so glad I came. Keep doing what you do!”

What you didn’t see in the pictures was just as powerful: many people cried. As they felt safe enough to open up, stories were shared, emotions were released, and people spoke about what they had been carrying quietly.

Through grief journaling, healing activities, memory boxes, music, conversations, and connection, people were able to show up exactly where they were—and leave feeling supported, connected, and ready for more.

That reminded me: this work is needed in our community.

Thank you to every facilitator, partner, staff member, volunteer, and community member who made today meaningful. Most of all, thank you to everyone who trusted us with their stories.

Hear My Cries

08/25/2026

Our Moving Through the Trauma — A Day of Connection event is almost here, and we would love for you to join us this Saturday, August 29th.

Come spend the day connecting with others, participating in meaningful activities, enjoying lunch, and taking some time for YOU.

This is a FREE community event

There’s still time to register, we hope to see you there!

Www.hearmycriesnj.org

08/11/2026

Join us as we create a safe space for families healing together from the impact of gun violence and traumatic grief, a space to connect, share, feel supported, and honor the strength and resilience within our community.

Saturday, November 14, 2026
Newark Public Library | 5 Washington Street, Newark, NJ
FREE Community Event

Awards • Guest Speakers • Safe Space • Community Connection • Resources • Food & More

More details coming soon!

07/25/2026

07/15/2026

Trauma doesn’t have to be faced alone. Join Hear My Cries for our FREE Moving Through the Trauma: Youth & Families Trauma-Informed Retreat, a day of connection, support, hope, and community.

Grief Journaling
Peeling Back the Mask
Healing Through Release
Arts & Crafts
Music Therapy
Massage Therapy
Inspirational Photo Experience
Community Resource Tables
School Supply Giveaway
Lunch Provided

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 William Mobile Ashby Community Care Training Center
695 Bergen Street, Newark, NJ

Together, we can move through trauma with strength, support, and community.

🎟️ FREE • Open to the Community
📱 to register scan the QR code on the flyer or go to www.hearmycriesnj.org

06/07/2026

🧡🧡 THANK YOU 🧡🧡

On behalf of Hear My Cries, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who joined us for our 5th Annual Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Thank you to the families, survivors, community members, advocates, and supporters who stood with us in remembrance, awareness, and hope. Your presence reminds us that no one impacted by gun violence should have to walk this journey alone.

A special thank you to our community partners, volunteers, and supporters:

Deputy Mayor Lakeesha Eure and the City of Newark, Brick City Peace Collective, The H.U.B.B., Leaders for Life, Mending Hearts Together 4 Healing, Unity Women Empowerment Group, M.O.M.S.A.D., Youth Development Clinic, The Hear My Cries staff and volunteers, All community volunteers who generously gave their time and support. Because of your support, we were able to come together as a community to honor lives lost, uplift survivors, support families, and raise awareness about the impact of gun violence.

To every family impacted by gun violence: We see you. We hear you. We support you.
Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we stand. You are not alone.

Felicia “Lisa” James
Founder
Hear My Cries

EndGunViolence

05/16/2026