gender justice
Webinar: Global Solidarity with Women & Gender-Oppressed Workers
Zoom Meeting NYThe Women and Oppressed Gender Caucus of Workers World Party is proud to host the "Global Solidarity with Women and Gender Oppressed Workers" webinar. The panel, discussing struggles and how they relate to an anti-capitalist, anti-imperialist perspective, will include: Norma Pérez from A Call to Action on Puerto Rico and a former teacher Kisha James, […]
Talking Peace Radio taping: Poetry Month ft. Jillian Hanesworth
Facebook LivestreamFeaturing Jillian Hanesworth, Buffalo's Poet Laureate and author of The Revolution Will Rhyme; with Shaina Merchant, WNYPC Office Manager and poetry afficianado; Deidra EmEl, WNYPC Executive Director and arts instigator; and Vicki Ross, WNYPC Community Coordinator. Discussion: values we bring Poetry and Activism Poetry and Healing - for individuals; for the community The origins […]
Sister Karen Annual Event: HERSTORY ft. Cariol Horne
SS. Columba-Brigid Church 75 Hickory Street, Buffalo, United StatesThe SSJ Sister Karen Klimczak Center for Nonviolence is excited to announce their annual fundraising event, "Herstory: The Cost of Nonviolence," which will once again be live and in-person. This year's speaker is Cariol Horne. A reception will follow. Cariol is a former Buffalo police officer who was the inspiration for the Duty-to-Intervene law passed by […]
Women’s March WNY 2022
Broderick Park (Foot of Ferry) 1170 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesAll members of the WNY community are invited for solidarity, healing, inspiration, and shared learning and perspectives. This event is organized/presented by the WNY Peace Center and hosted by Riverside Salem UCC/DC. The community will meet at Lafayette Avenue & Niagara Street at 12:45 PM, then at 1 PM march together to Broderick Park (foot […]
MOCHA Buffalo’s Latin Night ft. Alexandre Burgos
MOCHA Buffalo 200 S. Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY, United States*This is a FREE community program* You don't wanna miss this MOCHA Buffalo is celebrating the days leading up to Hispanic Heritage Month with a BANG Pull up for a special edition of C U Next Tuesday (Latin Night) with special guest, but familiar face, Alex Burgos! •••••••••••• HERE'S THE TEA: Who: everyone is welcome! Where: […]
WNYPC’s 55th Annual Dinner ft. Leah Penniman of Soul Fire Farm
Hayes Hall, UB South Campus 250 Hayes Rd, Buffalo, NY, United StatesThe Western New York Peace Center is proud to announce our 55th Annual Dinner: "Planting Seeds of Justice, Harvesting Peace" Friday, 11/11/22 | 5 - 9 PM new location: Hayes Hall at UB South (Main St. campus) | 250 Hayes Rd, Buffalo 14214 in collaboration with UB Food Systems Planning & Health Communities Lab SOLD […]
Shabe Yalda: Solstice & Solidarity
The Meeting House 5856 Main Street, Williamsville, NY, United StatesShabe Yalda: A Celebration of the Winter Solstice in Solidarity with the Women & Revolution in Iran Light dinner served. Music - Poetry - Open Mic. Free to the public.
Dastane Enghelaab: Stories of Revolution
The Meeting House 5856 Main Street, Williamsville, NY, United StatesSupport the Iranian uprising. Experience the tragedies and triumphs of the Iranian Revolution as told through the stories of its people, in music, theater, poetry, and movement. Featuring Gaitrie Subryan and the Masti World Music Ensemble. Free and open to the public. WOMEN - LIFE - FREEDOM
WNY Women’s March 2023: PEACE IS WORTH IT!
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY, United StatesYou are invited to join the WNY Peace Center on Sunday, March 26th for our WNY Women's March beginning at 1:00PM at Niagara Square (downtown Buffalo). After marching to the Buffalo Erie County Public Central Library, we'll have speakers and performers share in the library's Ring of Knowledge while themed activities are available for children […]
Poetic Justice: Poetry Reading in Support of Iranian Human Rights
The Meeting House 5856 Main Street, Williamsville, NY, United StatesWHAT: Poetic Justice is an intimate evening with local poets writers and artists - including world-class guitarist Mir Ali - who'll present works based on the theme of social and political justice. Iranian human rights issues will also be discussed. WHEN & WHERE: Friday, 6/16: 7pm at the Meeting House, 5658 Main St, Williamsville, NY […]
PANYS Book Talk: Green Card Soldier by Sofya Aptekar (Zoom)
Zoom Meeting NYJoin Peace Action New York State (PANYS) for an online discussion on military recruitment practices targeting low-income and immigrant youth and how to respond with sustainable options. Leading the discussion will be author Sofya Aptekar, an Associate Professor at CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies. She will be joined by Ramón Mejía, National Organizer for […]
Stitch Buffalo’s “Second Stitch” Pop-Up Sale
Stitch Buffalo 1215 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY, United StatesStitch Buffalo's big final sale before moving to their new home in early 2024! Second Stitch is the name we give to Stitch Buffalo’s sustainability program—because we give a second life to donated supplies no longer needed by other artists, crafters, and businesses. These supplies are integral to creating the products in the Refugee Women’s […]
