Monthly Archives: March 2012

Longview Solidarity Celebration Postponed

March 14, 2012

From the Longview Solidarity Celebration Committee Greetings Fellow Occupiers! We wanted to let everyone know that, due to practical considerations, the long awaited and much deserved Solidarity Celebration with port workers in Longview must wait a little longer. Scheduling conflicts between the various planning groups mean that the celebration scheduled for March 18th is...
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Mar. 21st 3-5PM Committee to End Homelessness

March 13, 2012
Mar. 21st 3-5PM Committee to End Homelessness

One of the most prominent issues that came to light at the Occupy Encampment was the issue of homelessness. Homelessness, or houselessness is a serious issue that gets more pressing every day. Many Americans are finding themselves out on the streets as they lose their jobs and get foreclosed on by the banks. These...
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Sat. Mar. 10th, Tibetan National Day Rally and March

March 9, 2012

A couple of days back, Occupy Wall Street passed a resolution to support Tibetan National Day. …#OWS Stands in Solidarity with those engaged in the 53 Year Old Non-Violent Tsampa Revolution and call on all #Occupy friends, allies & supporters alike to join their local March 10th Tibetan Uprising Anniversary events to raise awareness...
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March 10, 11AM: Rally to Restore Friendliness at New Seasons

March 9, 2012
March 10, 11AM: Rally to Restore Friendliness at New Seasons

This is a non-G.A. endorsed worker solidarity event. MEDIA CONTACT:    info@newseasonsmarketworkersvoice.org      971-258-1653 Location: 1954 SE Division St., Portland, OR “A group of workers, now called New Seasons Market Workers’ Voice, have been campaigning for a more democratic workplace for over 3 years now. When management made the decision to fire Ryan they weren’t just getting...
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Call for Artists and Designers

March 6, 2012
Call for Artists and Designers

There are two creative opportunities this week for activist-minded artists: 1. The Occupy Portland Design Collective is hosting an Occupy Design Contest for designs to put on t-shirts, posters, stickers, patches, flags, buttons, bandanas…See here for more details. Deadline: March 14. 2. The Portland Central America Solidarity Committee & community partners are calling on...
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NOW DC- Occupation and Social Forum March 30-May1

March 6, 2012
NOW DC- Occupation and Social Forum March 30-May1

The National Occupation of Washington, DC (NOW DC) is holding a month of actions, gatherings and forums From March 30, culminating in a day without the 99% on May 1. Submissions are now being accepted for the NOW DC Social Forum workshops in early April.   NOW DC SOCIAL FORUM Call for Workshop Proposals...
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Sat. March 10th 2-4PM: Police and the 99%

March 6, 2012
Sat. March 10th 2-4PM: Police and the 99%

Kristian Williams, author of Our Enemies in Blue: Police and Power in America will discuss the cop’s role in preserving social inequality, and the implications for social movements. Public discussion to follow. Saturday, March 10th First Unitarian Church 1011 SW 13th Room B 202-203  PRINT AND SHARE THIS FLYER 
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Mar. 11th 2-4:30PM: Homeless Advocacy Unites!

March 5, 2012
Mar. 11th 2-4:30PM: Homeless Advocacy Unites!

Together we are strong. Homeless advocacy groups from across the diverse Portland spectrum will be meeting to discuss lifting the camping ban as well as other options available to help get people off the street and into homes. Meet from 2-4:30pm in the US Bank room at the Central Library in downtown Portland. Please...
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March Forth! on March 4th – Bringing Our Issues Together to Understand the Sources and Solutions

March 2, 2012
March Forth! on March 4th – Bringing Our Issues Together to Understand the Sources and Solutions

It’s not the band, it’s a call to come together and share your passions and what you believe in. PRINT THE FLYER (PDF) On March 4th, 2012, we will gather at 2PM in an effort to continue to drive positive changes in the nation and worldwide. The concept is simple. Each person picks an issue they are passionate...
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Theater of the Oppressed for Activists and Collectives: March 3rd, 1-5PM

March 2, 2012
Theater of the Oppressed for Activists and Collectives: March 3rd, 1-5PM

On Saturday March 3rd from 1-5 PM at the First Unitarian Church (UU), the fine folks at Theater of the Oppressed will be doing a special workshop open to anyone who identifies as an activist. The cost is based on the gift economy concept  - pay what you can in whatever you can. If...
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