Asha Ashokan will address the growing impact of climate change on the people of South Asia. Zia Mian will focus on the current dynamic (level of tension) exacerbated by climate change. Ira Helfand will talk about the medical consequences both locally and globally. Organized by Massachusetts Peace Action.
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Metro DC DSA invites all community members to take part in our virtual film screening and discussion of ????? ??? ??? ????????, an inspiring and educational documentary about the key role of women in the first Intifada. The first Intifada was a key part of Palestinian resistance during an important historical moment in the struggle for Palestinian liberation.
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Please note it is not required to attend the virtual discussion on January 20th to sign up and view the film. The film is just under 1.5 hours. By filling out this form, you will be emailed a link and password to watch the film anytime between January 16th and 20th, 2022 (the 5 days leading up to the virtual event).
If you know someone who wants to view the film, have them fill out this form so they can get the screening link and password. This is open to all community members, it is just required to sign up. Share this sign-up form (bit.ly/mdcnaila) widely, but please do not forward the film link and password.
This is coordinated by the DSA BDS & Palestine Solidarity Working Group to bring this film to any DSA chapter, YDSA or internal body through the end of 2022 in honor of the first Intifada. December 8th, 2021 marked the 34th anniversary of the 1st Intifada. Please email dsanailafilm@gmail.com to coordinate a screening or with any questions
With Congress appropriating funds for new and upgraded nuclear weapons and delivery systems, the need to counter these misguided policies has become acute. The 2022 Conference will follow the general pattern of previous conferences, but with increased emphasis on coordinating efforts of advocates, and expanding outreach to organizations and constituencies outside the world of nuclear disarmament advocates. Register to attend.
[2:00 pm] Welcome – Rev. Thea Keith-Lucas, MIT Chaplain to the Institute
[2:05 pm] Background and Tasks of this Conference- Prof. Jonathan King
[2:10 pm] Dangers and Costs: Chair – Susan Mirsky:
[3:10 pm] Paths Forward: Chair – Jean Athey:
[4:00 pm] Break
[4:10 pm] Breakout rooms (listed below)
[5:15 pm] Moving Outward: Chair – Jodie Evans:
[6:00 pm] Adjourn.
Breakouts, to be held earlier 4:15 – 5:00 pm: These are focused working groups planning for 2022. Reporters to provide summary of proposals from the Breakout for circulation to Registrants and co-sponsoring organizations.
A. Growing in New Congressional Districts
B. Promoting Nuclear Disarmament in Rotary Clubs
C. Promoting Nuclear Disarmament within Communities of Faith
D. Advancing the Back From the Brink Resolution
E. Advancing No First Use Legislation
F. Cutting the Budget for New Nuclear Weapons
G. Resisting a New Cold War and Promoting International Treaties
H. Fund Healthcare Not Warfare; Recruiting in the Public Health Community
I. Recruiting on Campuses
J. No Wars, No Warming
K. Mobilizing Cultural Workers, Musicians and Artists
L. Working with Our Revolution Chapters
M. Working with Poor People’s Campaign Chapters
N. Designing Direct Actions including Divestment
O. Working with State Legislators
Co-Sponsors: Campaign for Peace, Disarmament and Common Security; CodePINK; Institute for People’s Engagement; Massachusetts Peace Action; MIT Radius; MIT Faculty Newsletter; Nuclear Weapons Education Campaign; Nuclear Disarmament Coordinating Committee
Thanks to the Amy Rugel Giving Fund and Norris Rugel Giving Fund for financial support.