JUUstice Washington

A Unitarian Universalist State Action Network

Western WA Fellowship of Reconciliation Fall Retreat, November 21, 2020

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What’s Next: Moving Into the Great Turning

WWFOR Fall Retreat, November 21, 2020

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If you have already registered, but have NOT received the login information by email, then click the link above and register again! Computer gremlins have prevented us from tracking registrations between 10/27/20 and 11/11/20.
Participate and listen to leaders working for racial justice, climate action, the end of nuclear weapons, and an equitable, sustainable society. A four hour Zoom schedule is planned, beginning at 9am, running until 1pm with “breakout sessions” and musical interludes included.

Speakers will include:
FOR-USA Director, Rev. Dr. Emma Jordan-Simpson, equity and social justice consultant Dr. Karen Johnson, Backbone Campaign co-founder Bill Moyer, and a panel of young activists from the Mike Yarrow Peace Fellowship.

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Coalition for Anti-Racist Whites Forming Neighborhood Cohorts, Nov. to Jan., Sign Up by Nov. 8

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We want every member of CARW’s base to be meaningfully engaged in the fight for collective liberation and to have a growing sense of political home. After the election, we’ll be launching neighborhood-based cohorts all over Seattle and south King County. 

If you’ve been looking for a way to deepen your involvement with CARW and build a community of shared values, this is your opportunity.

We’ll connect you with a group of your neighbors for a series of facilitated conversations to excavate internalized white supremacy, grapple with core tensions of white anti-racist practice, and build a shared political analysis. These cohorts will run loosely from Election Day to Inauguration Day and will meet twice a month from mid-November through late January for a total of six sessions. All sessions will include an action component, aligned with the latest demands from King County Equity Now and Decriminalize Seattle. If you’re interested in participating, please sign up through this form by Sunday, Nov 8. 

We want abolition now. We want every member of CARW’s base engaged in the struggle for Black liberation, indigenous sovereignty, migrant justice and a more equitable world in a way that stretches them, teaches them, and feeds them. We’re grateful to be in community with you all.

In Solidarity, CARW

Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites Pre-Election PeaceKeeper Training: Sun, Nov 1, Seattle

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PeaceKeeper Training: Sun, Nov 1, 2-4pm

Join CARW and others for a peacekeeper training ahead of the election. If you would like to be trained, or freshen up your skills, please join us! We’ll meet at Pratt Park basketball court (201 20th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144).

This training is hosted by CARW,  Washington Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival, Valley and Mountain and 350 Seattle. The training will be facilitated by Rev Sekou of Valley and Mountain (militant non-violent civil disobedience) and Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (de-escalation). Sponsored by WA PPC, this will be similar to previous trainings with new information regarding de-escalation.

Topics covered will include: know your rights, safety tactics at a protest, and a mix of strategic and tactical info. Mask up! Bring water, a snack, and anything else you may need. Wear comfortable clothes (lots of movement). Prepare for rain!

Need encouragement? Join Side With Love for Monday Movement Moments, Nov. 2,9 Online

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We are proud of the ways our Faith continues to #SideWithLove and be present to the World. We are in the final days before a historic election and we want to offer you an opportunity to provide Faithful Witness at The Polls. Whether your congregation is a polling site or is interested in offering some warmth and kindness at undoubtedly tense polling stations, we have ideas for how we can offer faithful responses that are at the heart of Side With Love. You can view the 30 minute webinar here.

What does it mean to continue to “harvest our power” when we are tired or overwhelmed? There’s no magical fix, but knowing you are NOT alone and that others can help find the answers helps.

Join Side With Love on Monday Movement Moments for a 30-minute check-in and highlights of what’s happening across the country and ways you can get involved. Monday Movement Moment Nov. 2,9 at 9:30am PT. You can watch past episodes here.

Revolutionary Elders Project , First Event October 24, Online

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Among many cultures elders have an important place in the community, especially during turbulent times. Turtle Island, otherwise known as the United States, is undergoing monumental shifts on all levels: culturally, politically, economically, environmentally and spiritually. It is a time to mobilize, educate, reflect, connect and take action.

Young people are driving the change with energy and passion. Our actions have the potential to be grounded with wisdom and perspective from elders. This exchange is not only necessary, it is essential if we are to sustain for the long haul.

People from all backgrounds of any age are invited to join this virtual elder council to listen and engage with elders who generously share their stories to support us all in sustaining ourselves, each other, and the planet.

OCTOBER 24 ELDER COUNCIL: Featuring elder activists from the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense: Gary Lilley,  James Robert Ford, and Brad Lilley.

REGISTER TO ATTEND
(Registration gives you access to all three events. New passcodes will be sent each month to join the virtual elder council.)

Monthly themes (subject to change)

OCTOBER — “Community Organizing / Mutual Aid”
NOVEMBER — “Spiritual Activism”
DECEMBER — “Arts Activism”

Get Involved

Community is at the heart of revolution!
If you have time, talent, or monetary means to help this project realize its full potential, please reach out: zhaleh@mandalaforchange.com. Support of any kind is welcome: networking, organizing, funding, idea exchange, or other ways.

  • If you are a BIPOC elder interested in sharing your story and participating in a virtual event.
  • If you are a ‘younger’ from any racial/ethnic background with organizing skills or interest in multi-generational dialogues.
  • If you are a person in a position to support financially or in other non-monetary ways (e.g. gifting elders or directly offering financial honorariums).