One question we often hear is why are so few young people participating in our events and how can we connect with them? Progressive Mass is hosting a virtual event this Saturday where you can hear directly from young advocates across the country as they share their experiences speaking out and driving real change inContinue reading "Generation Engaged: Understanding Youth Advocacy"
The LWV Westford, the Unitarian Church of Littleton, and the Cultural Councils of both towns have put together an art show titled “Stronger Together: Art for Democracy.” At a time when our country feels deeply divided, the Art for Democracy contest highlights shared democratic values and civic engagement, and offers opportunities for connections across communities.Continue reading "Democracy Art Show"
The LWV Westford, the Unitarian Church of Littleton, and the Cultural Councils of both towns have put together an art show titled “Stronger Together: Art for Democracy.” At a time when our country feels deeply divided, the Art for Democracy contest highlights shared democratic values and civic engagement, and offers opportunities for connections across communities.Continue reading "Democracy Art Show"
Dr. Moomaw, lead author of the Nobel Prize-winning climate report, explores how forests can tackle climate change. Dr. William Moomaw, a lead author of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize - winning climate report, will explore how forests and other ecosystems help moderate climate change — in combination with new technologies and changes in our behaviors. The discussionContinue reading "Thoreau’s Forests Confront Climate Change"
We are pleased to share the results of the Concord250 Call for Poetry which asked Massachusetts poets to Reimagine America's 1776 Declaration of Independence. Announcing the Winners! First Place: Continue reading "Poets: Reimagining America’s 1776 Declaration of Independence"
Charlie Homer from the de-ICE Citizens Bank Coalition will talk about the coalitions work in general and specifically the efforts of the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization. GBIO is building collective leverage. The strategy: gather pledges from member organizations and individuals to move money out of Citizens Bank, then meet with Citizens Bank leadership to showContinue reading "Strategies to de-ICE Citizens Bank"
This immigration bystander training aims to provide you with tools and strategies to safely and effectively respond when witnessing immigration enforcement. Topics covered will include how to recognize an ICE operation, clear do’s and don’ts, safe practices for offering support, and the use of community hotlines, mutual aid, and accompaniment programs.
Ah, May! A month for lifting our spirits and looking forward to summer! Please join us for a lovely evening with FSU Professor DeMisty Bellinger-Delfeld to learn a little about the history of protest music and maybe we'll even sing a few as a group! Doors open at 6:15, meeting begins promptly at 6:30pm. ParkingContinue reading "Indivisible Fitchburg MA Open Meeting – Protest Music!"
Welcome New GAIN Members! Join our Virtual Onboarding to learn about GAIN, and ways to get involved. Learn about actions, communications (Signal), standouts, our regional group, and opportunities to take action. If you cannot make this time, please reach out to info@massgain.org to schedule your own 1:1 onboarding.
You have choices in every aspect of your financial life which can reduce or eliminate your participation in the funding of the fossil fuels which create pollution at every stepContinue reading "Greening Your Finances with David Schreiber and Scott Kadish of Greenvest"
Join us for a special Winchester community conversation this Wednesday! The Winchester Democratic Town Committee is honored to welcome Danielle Allen—Harvard University professor, nationally recognized speaker, and longtime advocate for civic engagement. Dr. Allen will present on the Coalition for Healthy Democracy’s All-Party Primary ballot initiative and explore an important question: What if every voterContinue reading "An Evening with Danielle Allen"
Protests, rallies, and marches are important tactics to fight back against the Trump Administration. Volunteer marshals help ensure the intended message is delivered by keeping the event safe. Marshals mayContinue reading "Training: Protest Safety 101/Marshal Training"