A local faith group will hold a public meeting Thursday to discuss issues facing vulnerable populations in the Lawrence area.

Justice Matters is made up of 21 religious congregations, including Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities, according to a press release.

The release states the event is the culmination of years of research among 50-75 religious and community leaders, and will include a “call for action” on the following issues:

• Children experiencing life-altering trauma.

• Lack of mental health crisis services. ?

• Shortage of affordable housing. ?

• Growing incarceration at the Douglas County Jail.

• Racial conflict and achievement gaps in public schools. ?

Tickets are are free but limited due to capacity. Tickets can be reserved online and participants must be on site to pick them up between 6 and 6:15 p.m. Thursday at the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive.

Justice Matters will hold the event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Lied Center.