This newsletter shares updates and opportunities on action happening in our community over the coming weeks. January 20, 2025, ushered in our government’s transition of power. Our dedication and action for racial justice remains of utmost (and heightened) importance. Where do you see yourself involved in the below actions? We are ready to continue in…
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SURJ-TC Newsletter 1/8/25
We are starting the year focused and steadfast in building a world that centers racial and economic justice and indigenous sovereignty. We are so excited to welcome so many new faces with shared values and can’t wait to see you at one of our upcoming events. In this issue:
SURJ-TC Newsletter 11/25/24
Newsletter 11/25/24 How are you holding up? I’ve been feeling sad since the election. Sometimes angry, too. I wanted to shut everything out and take care of myself. And, as I peek back out at what’s going on in the world, I feel worried. On the other hand, I have friends fueled into action, with…
SURJ-TC Newsletter 10/31/24
Newsletter 10/31/24 Election Day is right around the corner. If you receive this newsletter, you probably don’t need to be reminded of that fact. You are also probably tired of hearing “This is the most important election of our time!”..but somehow it feels like it is. One possible outcome will likely lead to increased global…
SURJ-TC Newsletter 10/3/24
Newsletter 10/3/24 “hope is a discipline” The numerous opportunities to show up listed below bring to mind the wisdom of Mariame Kaba that “hope is a discipline.” In an interview by Kim Wilson and Brain Sonenstein featured in We Do This ‘Til We Free Us, Kaba said: “…hope doesn’t preclude feeling sadness or frustration or…
SURJ-TC Newsletter 8/28/24
Fall Activities – Showing up for Elections Imagine that all of these state fair goers are progressive voters that we can mobilize! Now that Labor Day is upon us, there is lots of work to be done. The dynamics of the election have changed a lot since our last newsletter, and there’s a new sense…
SURJ-TC Newsletter 7/28/24
Summer Activities Heating Up In a typical election season, minutes can feel like hours and days more like months. In this current election season, which continues to unfold in ways that feel anything but typical, it’s a lot to keep up with. A news cycle that’s breaking even while we sleep. Tirelessly pivoting and holding onto hope with every…
