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Dream. Rise. Organize.
The road to Detroit:
nnirr at the 2010 us social forum (USSF)
NNIRR is going to be in Detroit for the 2010 US Social Forum (USSF) and we are putting out a general call to all members, friends and allies to join us!
Some 10,000 progressive activists and advocates are expected to attend the USSF, which will provide a unique opportunity to connect with friends and allies from across the country. Through the hundreds of workshops and other activities, participants will be introduced to the diverse issues and concerns that are part of our broad movement for social and economic justice, and take part in in-depth analysis and discussions across our movements. For more information about the USSF, go to: USSF 2010
We urge folks to participate in the 2010 USSF with NNIRR! In addition to NNIRR organized, sponsored or endorsed events, we are holding a NNIRR membership meeting on June 21 & June 22 in Detroit, just before the USSF formally opens.
NNIRR 2010 Membership Meeting
- If you are already a member and want to come, let us know ASAP! Download the registration form, fill it out and email to Jen Ferrigno (jferrigno@nnirr.org).
- If you are not yet a member but are interested in becoming one, go to NNIRR Membership to sign up, and then follow step 1 above.
AGENDA -- The membership meeting agenda can be downloaded here. Hard copies will also be distributed to participants at the meeting.
The events in Arizona with Governor Brewer's signing of SB 1070 makes a grassroots strategy meeting at this time all the more relevant - as we confront this, continued expansion of repressive immigration enforcement programs, and now, the "REPAIR" comprehensive immigration reform concept proposal in the Senate that would compromise human rights and dignity.
The outpouring of resistance to Arizona's racist, anti-immigrant policy, along with the strong solidarity for communities organizing on the ground has demonstrated that we can make our voices heard!
Thank you to everyone who has signed petitions, participated in organizing calls, talked to the media, and taken to the streets! The membership meeting will be an opportunity to build a common analysis of the past year and expectations for the near future and strategize on campaigns and organizing efforts from the grassroots that will build the movement to defend and expand rights and justice for immigrants and refugees, confront policies such as in Arizona and ensure we are heard in D.C. as legislators make deals that threaten the integrity of our communities.
USSF Program
A full list of workshops, PMAs (Peoples Movement Assemblies) and other key events at the USSF can be found at USSF Workshops.
NNIRR workshops -- A list of NNIRR organized and sponsored workshops and PMAs can be downloaded here.
Immigrant Rights Canopy
NNIRR will be organizing an Immigrant Rights Canopy in the USSF Village. Members and allies can gather, organize, share ideas, hold caucuses, host media briefings, and centralize information on the events happening throughout the USSF. To organize an event at the Immigrant Rights Canopy, contact Jen Ferrigno (jferrigno@nnirr.org).
COMING SOON! A program for the Immigrant Rights Canopy at the USSF will available shortly. Check back soon!
Immigrant Rights Reception
June 24th (Thursday), 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Immigrant Rights Canopy. Following the Immigrant Rights from Below PMA, NNIRR will be hosting a reception at the Immigrant Rights Canopy to report outcomes and resolutions from the PMA, as well as hear from representatives from other intersecting movements such as Climate Justice (CJN!NA), Detroit to Dakar (D2D), National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA), international allies and others. Everyone invited! Details can be downloaded here.
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