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Art in the Midst of Despair: Voices of Palestinian Refugees – Jan. 15 – Feb. 28, DC

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The Nakba Museum Project presents Art in the Midst of Despair: Voices of Palestinian Refugees Friday, January 15 – Sunday, February 28 FREE ADMISSION Sun – Mon 10:00am-8:00pm Sat, 9:30am-3:30pm Meet and Greet with the people involved in the Nakba Project Friday, January 15 at 6:30pm Calvary Baptist Church Building 733 8th Street NW, Washington DC … Continue reading Art in the Midst of Despair: Voices of Palestinian Refugees – Jan. 15 – Feb. 28, DC

Continuing the Work of the Paris Climate Agreement by Doris Marlin, All Souls Church Unitarian, Washington DC

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I felt empowered and hopeful when I held my 2-week old great nephew over the holidays instead of fear for his future. That is what the Paris Agreement is about. It’s also about responsibility, action and vigilance. WE CAN WE WILL WE MUST This was the mantra of the COP (Conference of Parties) posted in … Continue reading Continuing the Work of the Paris Climate Agreement by Doris Marlin, All Souls Church Unitarian, Washington DC

2016 Martin Luther King Jr. Vigil & Advocacy Day – Jan. 18, Richmond, VA

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Sign up for one or more of the events below. Training – Conference Call Monday, January 11, 7:30-8:30pm In preparation for the Advocacy Day, there will be a conference call to educate participants about the issues and bills that we both support and oppose so that they may speak with their legislators and share their … Continue reading 2016 Martin Luther King Jr. Vigil & Advocacy Day – Jan. 18, Richmond, VA

Annual CCAN Keep Winter Cold Polar Bear Plunge – Jan. 23, National Harbor, MD

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Saturday, January 23, 10:30am-2:00pm National Plaza at National Harbor, 165 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD Sponsored by Chesapeake Climate Action Network and 350 Loudoun According to Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN), the annual Keep Winter Cold Polar Bear Plunge is its priority fundraising event for powering victories to move our region off of fossil fuels … Continue reading Annual CCAN Keep Winter Cold Polar Bear Plunge – Jan. 23, National Harbor, MD

Sierra Club’s 2016 Virginia Legislative Session Update – Jan. 14, Vienna, VA

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Thursday, January 14, 7:00-8:30pm (refreshments, 6:30pm) Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Avenue East, Vienna, VA RSVP to s.weltz(at)yahoo.com Join us for an informative presentation on the club’s legislative priorities for the 2016 Virginia General Assembly session. Susan Stillman, Legislative Chair of the Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club, will discuss the important issues for this … Continue reading Sierra Club’s 2016 Virginia Legislative Session Update – Jan. 14, Vienna, VA

RESCHEDULED – Workshop: Socially Responsible Impact Investing – Jan. 31, Washington Ethical Society, DC

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Sunday, January 31, 1:00pm (Reschedule from Sunday, January 23) Washington Ethical Society, DC Closest metro: Silver Spring (about 0.8 miles) and on the S4 bus route; free parking on 16th Street. RSVP to Carol Rawie at kenrawie(at)erols.com or 301-649-4990 or contact for more information. Len Cohen, a Certified Financial Planner and member of Rockville Unitarian, … Continue reading RESCHEDULED – Workshop: Socially Responsible Impact Investing – Jan. 31, Washington Ethical Society, DC

Maryland Campaign for Paid Sick Days 2016 Kick-off Event – Jan. 11, Baltimore, MD

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Maryland Campaign for Paid Sick Days 2016 Kick-off Event Faith Leaders to Issue Call-to-Action Monday, January 11, 6:30-8:30pm St. Ignatius Church, 740 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 This event is free, but space is limited. RSVP. With Maryland’s 2016 state legislative session just around the corner, momentum for earned sick days continues to build … Continue reading Maryland Campaign for Paid Sick Days 2016 Kick-off Event – Jan. 11, Baltimore, MD

2016 Virginia Immigrant Advocacy Day & Training – Jan. 14 & 28, UUCArlington & Richmond

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Virginia Immigrant Advocacy Training Day Thursday, January 14th 2016 at 7:00-9:00pm Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, VA Registration is required. Several immigrant advocate organizations will host an Advocacy Training Day to discuss the 2016 VA General Assembly process as well as hold a strategy session for our collaborative advocacy efforts. You will learn the legislative … Continue reading 2016 Virginia Immigrant Advocacy Day & Training – Jan. 14 & 28, UUCArlington & Richmond

Women’s Economic Security Agenda Forum – Jan. 9, 11am-1pm, Greenbelt Library

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Women’s Economic Security Agenda Forum Saturday, January 9, 11am-1pm Greenbelt Library 11 Crescent Rd. Greenbelt, MD 20770 Register and learn more. Maryland Working Families and the Working Matters Coalition are working to bring attention to the need for a statewide Earned Sick Leave bill. At this event we will discuss paid sick days, fair scheduling, and pay equity … Continue reading Women’s Economic Security Agenda Forum – Jan. 9, 11am-1pm, Greenbelt Library

Population Connection Capital Hill Days 2016 – April 15-19, Washington, DC

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April 15-19 Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill 400 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001 Registration form Flyer Help make international family planning a priority today! The weekend includes informational sessions on international reproductive health issues and an advocacy training, which will prepare participants for a day of lobbying on Capitol Hill. View a short … Continue reading Population Connection Capital Hill Days 2016 – April 15-19, Washington, DC