Action Alerts
Sun, Dec 9, 4:30-7pm
St. Philip Episcopal Church, 166 Woodland Ave.
“Loving Our Neighbor: Addressing Poverty With Our Heads, Hearts, and Hands” will spotlight the perspectives of various faith traditions on the topic of caring for our neighbors. Bring a dish to share and join in a community potluck. RSVP-office@iaco.org by Dec 7. iaco.org.
Sat, Dec 8, 6:30-11pm
1021 E. Broad St. (east side door)
Join progressive friends for food, drink, and great music. Presentation by Carolyn Harding who recently testified before the state legislature on the attacks on activis with the SB 250 legislation, also discussion of the bill against the BDS movement and other draconian legislation now being heard in the Ohio Statehouse. Free, no RSVP required. colsfreepress@gmail.com or 614-253-2571.
Thurs, Dec. 6, 6-8pm
Columbus Library Linden Branch, 2223 Cleveland Ave.
We are here to abolish ICE from Columbus and polarize people against the police state. Our success can be measured through our mobilization of existing and new activists, engagement with directly impacted populations, and divestment of local institutions from ICE.
Wednesday, Dec. 5, 5:30pm
William Oxley Memorial Statue, 181 Oval Sr. S, OSU campus
Gathering at Thompson statue at 5:30 and then marching together to the USG meeting to present our resolution for BDS. The USG meeting starts at 6:30 pm in the senate chamber on the second floor of the Union, and there will be an open forum where anyone can speak for up to two minutes in support of our resolution.
Monday, December 3, 2018, 7:00 PM
President Trump, OAS head Luis Almagro and Senator Marco Rubio have raised the possibility of military intervention in Venezuela. Never in history has a democratic nation been subject to such a lengthy, aggressive, ongoing campaign of Steve Ellner has taught economic history at the Universidad de Oriente in Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela since 1977. He is the author of numerous books and journal articles on Venezuelan history and politics. His most recent book is entitled The Pink Tide Experiences: reakthroughs and Short-Coming in Twenty-First Century Latin America. He received his PhD in Latin American history at the University of New Mexico. Campaign to End U.S. and Canada Sanctions Against Venezuela. This program is sponsored by Community Organizing Center, CWA 4502, Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism, and Central Ohioans for Peace. Location: CWA Local 4502, 620 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio. Contact: walk@igc.org.
December 1
Today is officially Rosa Parks Day in Ohio - to honor the mother of the civil rights movement.
It is also World AIDS day - World AIDS Day is important because it reminds the public and Government that HIV has not gone away – there is still a vital need to raise money, increase awareness, fight prejudice and improve education. The federal theme for the 2018 observance is “Saving Lives through Leadership and Partnerships.”
Friday, November 30, 2018, 12:15 – 12:45 PM
Thanks to the enthusiasm, energy, and commitment Fair Food allies are bringing to the Fair Food campaign, we invite you to join us on the last Friday of each month for this regular event, adding your enthusiasm and commitment to the action. Posters, a banner, and leaflets will be provided. Fair Food allies and supporters will be leafleting in front of Wendy’s to promote the Immokalee Workers’ Wendy’s Boycott. Location: 2004 N. N High St., Columbus across from O.S.U., near Woodruff. For more information, contact susanjtcarter@gmail.com. Website. Also, if you’re boycotting Wendy’s or will do so, please send Susan your name and contact information to add to our growing Ohio Fair Food Wendy’s Boycott list.
Thursday, November 29, 6-8pm
Northside Branch Columbus Library, 1423 N. High St.
Come find out how you can Join the movement to ABOLISH ICE!
As you know, resistance is hard work and living in an increasingly fascist state is exhausting. Abolish ICE COH is having another monthly organization meeting! Join us at the Northside Library from 6-8 pm on Thursday, November 29th in meeting room 2.
#AbolishICE Central Ohio is a civil rights action group joining the national movement to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 2:30 PM (after session)
Tuesday, November 26, 6:30-8:30pm
Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park
Join us on Tuesday November 27th at 6:30pm to talk about how our Columbus communities can stand with Edith Espinal and support her fight to return to her Columbus home. We will hear from sanctuary organizers from outside Columbus and look at how our community can advocate for our politicians to use their power to #LetEdithStay.
Please share and invite friends! All are welcome.
Save the Date: the next community meeting will be Tuesday December 11th at 6:30pm