There’s a lot happening across the Kansas Appleseed community, from upcoming events in Dodge City and Wichita to celebrating the achievements of our team and partners! Here’s what we have been working on for the last few months.
UPCOMING EVENTS: Justice for All in dodge city and wichita
Join us in these Kansas communities for an educational event by a panel of experts to understand what’s at stake on the August 4, 2026, ballot amendment. Whether you’re just learning about the ballot amendment or want deeper context before voting later this year, these events will offer clear, accessible information to help you make an informed decision. RSVP below!
Featured panelists: Teresa Woody, Mike Harris, and David Rebein
Panelist announcement coming soon!
CONGRATUATIONS TO HALEY KOTTLER!
We are thrilled that our very own Haley Kottler was announced as the inaugural Appleseed Rising Star of the Year!
The Rising Star award is for anyone less than 10 years into their social justice advocacy career who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to social justice, community collaboration, and collaboration within the Appleseed Network.
We can’t wait to celebrate her at the 2026 Appleseed Pillars of Justice Celebration in Washington, D.C., on September 24.
BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: DAVID REBEIN
David Rebein is a Kansas native and a recognized trial lawyer who has spent more than 40 years advocating for individuals seeking justice through the civil court system. He has tried thousands of cases and represented Fortune 500 Companies as well as individuals in personal injury cases. David and his wife, Bernice, are both active in Dodge City, where they raised their two sons.
David has served on the Kansas Appleseed board since 2021.
THANK YOU, CATALINA PALACIOS-CISNEROS!
Last month, we said goodbye and thanked Catalina Palacios-Cisneros for working with us over the last few months! Cat brought a level of thoughtfulness and initiative that made a real difference in our work. It has been a true joy to work alongside her, and we have no doubt she will continue to make a meaningful impact in the food access space. Thank you, Catalina!
Read about her experience at Kansas Appleseed here.
FEATURED OPINION EDITORIALS BY THE KANSAS APPLESEED TEAM:
- Don’t give the privatized foster system an excuse to abuse kids | Opinion by Kelm Lear (Policy & Legal Research Analyst) and Nicki Rose (Legal Director)
- What I learned about compromise at the Kansas Statehouse | Opinion by Haley Kottler (Senior Campaign Director)
- Kansas bill could undo successful juvenile justice reforms | Opinion by Brenna Visocsky (Campaign Director) and Logan Seacrest (R Street Institute)
IN THE NEWS:
As always, thank you for being part of this work. We’re grateful to stand alongside you, and we hope to see you soon in Dodge City or Wichita!
