Archive for April 2023
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week recognized
Criminal justice in Mississippi cannot be discussed without recognizing the most important group – victims of the crimes. As we recognize National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, we must pause and remember that falling victim to crime is frightening, confusing, and devastating. Government has a role to provide protections against violence for its citizens. In fact,…
Read MorePatrick Miller named Vice President of Development
Empower Mississippi CEO Grant Callen announced today that Patrick Miller has been named Vice President of Development for the organization. In this role, Miller will lead Empower’s development team, overseeing all fundraising and stewardship efforts. “Generous Mississippians who financially support Empower are the lifeblood of all we do. Their investments make this work possible,” said…
Read More‘Continuity of Representation’ Adopted by the Mississippi Supreme Court
Last year, Empower Mississippi filed a motion with the Mississippi Supreme Court to change the procedure for appointing public defenders. The goal of the motion was to ensure that criminal defendants had continuity of representation to defend their rights throughout criminal proceedings. Today, the Court adopted new language for Mississippi Rule of Criminal Procedure 7.2 to…
Read MoreMississippi Climbs Economic Outlook Rankings in New Report
In 2022, the Mississippi legislature passed the largest tax cut in state history, and national organizations are taking notice. In a newly released report from Rich States, Poor States, Mississippi ascended the state rankings in both Economic Outlook and Economic Performance. Rich States, Poor States uses a variety of variables to evaluate states’ economic competitiveness…
Read MoreWil Ervin named Senior Vice President of Empower Mississippi
Empower Mississippi CEO Grant Callen announced today that Wil Ervin has been named Senior Vice President of the organization. In this role, Ervin will lead Empower’s Advocacy team, which includes public policy, government affairs, and communications. “With nearly a decade of Mississippi policy experience, Wil brings great ideas, policy acumen, and a wealth of trusted…
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