Social Justice News and Events
Side with Love is offering 30 DAYS OF LOVE from Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (January 16) through Valentine’s Day (February 14).
SIDE WITH LOVE’S 30 DAYS OF LOVE
Each week will feature a spiritual theme overlapping with one of Side With Love’s intersectional justice priorities and includes an array of offerings to help nourish your spirit and give gratitude and affirmation:
- WEEK 1 (January 16-22): Interdependence :: Democracy & Electoral Justice
- WEEK 2 (January 23-29): Embodiment :: LGBTQIA+, Gender & Reproductive Justice
- WEEK 3 (January 30 – February 5): Resilience :: Climate Justice
- WEEK 4 (February 6-12): Healing :: Decriminalization
BONUS DAYS (February 13-14): Blessings :: Liberatory Intersections
Each week’s resources will be published by 12pm ET every Monday.
More information can be found here.
CARE BAGS FOR THE UNSHELTERED PROJECT
Once again we will be collecting items for bags to be given out to the unsheltered in Flagstaff. The last time we did this, the project was very successful. Let’s try to do this again with the emphasis on winter items.
On February 12th, Rev. Robin will be preaching on issues related to our unsheltered neighbors, and we’ll hear a Social Justice Witness from Kelly Wells from Sharon Manor. Following the service would be a wonderful time to assemble bags.
Items to be considered for bags:
- Gloves/mittens
- Hats
- Socks
- Soft snack
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Bar of soap
- Tissue packets
- $1 bills
We don’t want to stuff too much in the bags to make them too heavy. The goal of the bags is for you to hand one out when you see an unsheltered person. You can say something like “My name is __. What’s your name?” I can tell you from experience that this is appreciated, that someone sees them.
I have put together a list of resources of shelters and food to include in the bags.
We will have a box in the lobby for you to deposit items for the bags or just bring them to the service on February 12th, and anyone interested can help assemble bags.
Gini Kelley, Social Justice Allies
Dear Social Justice Allies,
After Sunday’s inspiring service on the Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff, you might want to participate in some or all of the three learning sessions offered by Resources Legacy Fund, a highly reputable NGO that I have known for over 25 years. I will register for the last two. It’s free.
INDIGENOUS DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
ZOOM TRAININGS
Resources Legacy Fund is hosting a series of three online trainings on Indigenous Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Please join us for this 3-part series with Tahoma Peak Solutions, an Indigenous woman-owned company.
500 YEARS OF INDIGENOUS HISTORY (1 HOUR)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2023, AT 11:00 A.M.
This history of Indigenous peoples in the United States is fundamental learning for anyone working in Indian Country. Register here.
PUBLIC LANDS THROUGH AN INDIGENOUS LENS (1 HOUR)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2023, AT 11:00 A.M.
This session covers the unique relationships Indigenous people have with their homelands and how that relates to conservation and the management of public lands. This perspective is critical for collaborative working relationships with Tribes. Register here.
INTENSIVE ON INDIGENOUS COMMUNICATIONS (2.5 HRS)
THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2023, AT 11:00 A.M.
This session is designed specifically for communications professionals to answer questions related to communicating with and about Indigenous people. This session defines commonly used terms, explores how to best communicate with Indigenous people, and what to say and what not to say. Register here.
UU DAY AT THE LEGISLATURE 2023
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH, 2023, AT 9AM
AT THE ARIZONA STATE CAPITOL
Save the date for this year’s annual UU Day at the Legislature, at the Arizona State Capitol, which has traditionally included lobby training, guest speakers, a capitol tour, and appointments to speak with your legislators.