Community

Wednesday, February 2, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

In the face of relentless attacks on abortion access and bodily autonomy, abortion pills have become even more essential. Learn how to share information about why Self-Managed Abortion (SMA) through medication is a safe, effective, and convenient reproductive health option for those in your community.

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Monday, January 31, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

A common complaint about unethical research is that people have been treated like guinea pigs. But how should researchers treat the guinea pigs? This interdisciplinary panel will discuss underlying questions and challenges related to the ethics of research conducted on animals.

Panelists:

• Rebecca Walker (Professor of Philosophy and Professor of Social Medicine, University of North Carolina)

Sunday, January 30, 6-7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

There have always been Ohioans who have worked for the liberty and equality of all. Before the Civil War, when the nation was fractured by bitter partisan politics, Ohio natives of many backgrounds worked to bring back the best ideals of the American Revolution.

Sunday, January 30, 3-6pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

The Ohio Poor People’s Campaign cordially invites you to attend our 2022 Retreat on Sunday, January 30, 3-6pm, meeting via Zoom. We seek your input as we set our focus, goals, and plans for the future. We value your participation to help us build a movement in Ohio of people power.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Saturday, January 29, 12noon-3pm, True Love Ministries, 1634 Minnesota Ave.

It’s that time of year again; we celebrate the life of Casey Goodson, Jr.

Casey would have been 25 years old this January 30th; unfortunately, Jason Meade took Casey’s life.

Join community members as we serve the community in Casey’s name to honor his life.

Make some noise for #CaseyGoodsonJr.

Saturday, January 29, 4-6pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Thursday, January 27, 7-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

This training will help you understand the history of religious pro-choice advocacy and the role that modern religious voices play in securing abortion access and defending reproductive freedom in Ohio and across the U.S.

Meant as a “movement introduction” for congregations and faith leaders, participants will learn about the pre-Roe Clergy Consultation Service on Abortion, basic theological perspectives around repro topics, and what options for further engagement exist locally and beyond.

Friday, January 28, 4-6pm, Community Grounds: Coffee and Meeting House, 1134 Parsons Ave.

Free Resource Friday is a donation-based initiative to provide free resources like food, clothes, and hygiene items to folks living in predominantly Black, low-income neighborhoods. Volunteers distribute items, share information, and provide support for local communities in need.

All are welcome, but QTPOC people take priority within the space.

Thursday, January 27, 5:30-7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

You are invited to our first virtual event in 2022! We are excited to start the year with our Policy Team discussing critical issue updates and our legislative priorities. From voting rights to free speech to bail reform and more, this session will set the tone for how we plan to attack the year.

Register early for this special event.

Wednesday, January 26, 7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Socialist Alternative leader and Seattle City Council member Kshama Sawant has won a fourth election: a winter special face-off against a racist, right-wing recall backed by big business. What can we learn from this victory? How can we apply these lessons from Kshama’s successful independent working-class politics?

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