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SUMMARY:LGBTQI+ Global Treatment:  A Canary in the Coal Mine
DESCRIPTION:Join the Unitarian Universalist United Nations Office for a panel discussion about how the prosperity and inclusion of a country’s LGBTQI+ population serve as an indicator of that country’s overall health as a nation. Further details to follow; please mark your calendar now. \n\nTuesday\, August 6\, 2019\n12:00 – 1:30 PM\nChurch Center for the UN\n10th Floor Conference Room\nNew York\, NY\n\nContact UU-UNO Program Intern for Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Human RightsAnthony Torres with any questions.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/lgbtqi-global-treatment-a-canary-in-the-coal-mine/
LOCATION:Church Center for the UN\, 777 United Nations Plaza\, New York\, New York
CATEGORIES:Educational,Human Rights,LGBTQ Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190531T140449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190531T140625Z
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SUMMARY:CleanWater Action NJ Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:This annual interactive\, educational event brings together New Jersey residents\, community and organizational leaders\, scientists\, policymakers\, business thinkers and students who are focused on protecting water and creating more resilient\, sustainable and healthy communities. This year’s focus on “Unity & Action NOW” directly aligns with our history of fighting for a community-minded green workplace and environmentally-driven redevelopment projects. Join us on June 8 at The Wardlaw + Hartridge School in Edison\, NJ for a historical movement of environmental justice\, social justice\, criminal justice collaboration and action! Hurry to register before June 1 for the early bird special at www.cleanwater.org/conference2019 \nThis year’s panel of experts will focus on how best to unite environmental\, social justice and multi-issue organizations to ensure positive results and shared successes on critical campaigns such as clean water for all\, environmental justice\, climate change & green energy jobs\, reducing waste and plastic pollution\, and more! \n 
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/cleanwater-action-nj-annual-conference/
LOCATION:The Wardlaw + Hartridge School in Edison\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Clean Water Action":MAILTO:njcwa@cleanwater.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190524T140434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T140434Z
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SUMMARY:Students Demand Action - National Gun Awareness Day
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URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/students-demand-action-national-gun-awareness-day/
LOCATION:The Unitarian Society\, A Unitarian Universalist Congregation\, 176 Tices Lane\, East Brunswick\, 08816\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Gun Violence Prevention
ORGANIZER;CN="Students Demand Action":MAILTO:Suzannesamuels@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190516T162400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T141046Z
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SUMMARY:The Green New Deal: Exploring the Possible
DESCRIPTION:t has been some time since we were in contact. You were very interested in information on environment and energy issues and came to several NFRPP programs. Perhaps you recall our program with the wonderful Jim Hansen at Bergen Community College and Kevin Trenberth at the Ridgewood Library and other important programs at Ridgewood High School (and other NJ high schools\, colleges)and Fairleigh Dickinson University. In any case we wanted to get back in touch because we will be conducting a major educational event covering the ideas\, vision\, opportunities that may be possible with the recent Green New Deal resolution.\n\nWe recognize that a resolution is not legislation but the important thing is to have a discussion and see what is feasible and how to make progress. We have had decades of contention around climate change and the solutions. As a result\, not much has been accomplished. With this New Green Deal resolution\, we can put aside our differences\, bias\, fears of change and explore what the possibilities for legislation might be. This is an opportunity. This is not the time to obstruct and deny. It is a time to share\, dialogue and see what can be done.\n\nWe invite you to attend the NFRPP upcoming program on June 6th 7:30pm at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Hackensack. More information below.\n\nWe are working with outstanding experts. We encourage you to bring all your questions and get them answered. We encourage you to share this with your networks\, fans\, friends\, customers\, you get the idea.  Yes\, this notice is early. June 6th may seem far off but please mark your calendars.\nFor those of you who represent products\, services\, education\, advocacy – NFRPP will provide tabling opportunities. While the program will start at 7:30pm\, we will have an “open house” that will start at 6pm. If this is of interest please contact info@nfrpp.org.\n\nAlso\, if you have lost touch with us\, please re-new your acquaintance with Network for Responsible Public Policy (formerly North Jersey Public Policy Network). Visit our web site and see what we have been doing. www.nfrpp.org . We’d love to hear from you.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/the-green-new-deal-exploring-the-possible/
LOCATION:Fairleigh Dickinson University\, Hackensack\, Dickinson Hall\, Wilson Auditorium\, 140 University Plaza Drive\, Hackensack\, N.J.\, 07601
CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Responsible Public Policy":MAILTO:info@nfrpp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190511T171802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190511T172654Z
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SUMMARY:NJ Spotlight Roundtable: Improving Energy Efficiency in New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:Few disagree with the proposition that energy efficiency is a win-win-win: For utilities\, for their customers\, and for the environment. And yet increasing energy efficiency in New Jersey is proving to be a challenge. \nWhy is New Jersey\, once a leader in energy conservation\, now in the middle of the pack among states in convincing customers to use less electricity and natural gas? The conservation incentives are clear: Customers save money\, utilities purchase less fuel\, and pollution levels harmful to the public and that contribute to climate change are reduced. \nA new state law aims to spur greater energy conservation in New Jersey by putting the onus on the state’s electric and gas utilities. Is that the right model? How to best to guide the state’s energy efficiency practices? What regulatory changes are needed to improve New Jersey’s conservation efforts? \nFind out at this NJ Spotlight roundtable. \nAttendees may submit questions for consideration in advance of the event as part of the registration process. \n\nOpening remarks: \nR. Neal Elliott\, Senior Director for Research\, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) \nPanelists: \nStefanie Brand\, Director\, New Jersey Division of Rate Counsel \nDavid M. Daly\, President & Chief Operating Officer\, Public Service Electric & Gas Company \nIsaac Gabel-Frank\, Vice President\, Gabel Associates \nEric Miller\, Policy Counsel\, Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance\, Energy Efficiency Alliance of New Jersey \nAdditional panelist to be named. \nModerator: \nTom Johnson\, Energy Reporter\, NJ Spotlight
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/nj-spotlight-roundtable-improving-energy-efficiency-in-new-jersey/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton\, 800 U.S. 130\, Hamilton Township\, New Jersey\, 08690
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T144500
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CREATED:20190524T140615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T140615Z
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SUMMARY:Faith and Climate Webinar Series – Juliana vs the United States (The Youth Climate Suit)
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, hear from panelists involved in the case and learn where the trial is headed.\nThe webinar will be moderated by David Hales\, President Emeritus of College of the Atlantic and Chair of Climate Action for the Parliament. It will feature the Parliament’s lead counsel in its amicus curiae filing\, Howard Learner of the Environmental Law and Policy Center and Brenda Ekwurzel\, Director of Climate Science for the Climate & Energy Program at the Union of Concerned Scientists.Sponsored by the Hanley Foundation \nJune 4\, 2019 – 1:15 to 2:45 PM EDT
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/faith-and-climate-webinar-series-juliana-vs-the-united-states-the-youth-climate-suit/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T103000
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CREATED:20190511T170150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190511T171424Z
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SUMMARY:NJ Spotlight Roundtable: Affordable Housing in New Jersey: What's Next?
DESCRIPTION:More than 250 New Jersey municipalities have finalized with the courts and housing advocates plans that detail how many affordable homes they are allotting within their borders and where these units could be built. \nNot all of the proposed developments will happen. Towns are not obligated to build all the housing\, they simply need to allow for its construction. It’s not clear how many may be built as there is no longer a state agency overseeing the process. \nThis year\, for the first time in more than a decade\, a New Jersey governor has proposed depositing the full amount of fees received — about $60 million — into the state Affordable Housing Trust Fund in recognition of the need for more affordable housing. \nAt this NJ Spotlight roundtable experts will look briefly at the history of the affordable housing issue in New Jersey — from the Mount Laurel decisions to the current court process — and dive deeply into: \n\nWhere we are today regarding the state’s need for more affordable homes\nHow many more municipalities need to draft plans and how many units are planned?\nHow many homes are actually likely to be built? Where and when? Who’s going to pay for them?\nWhat are the prospects of the state retaking control of the process?\n\nAttendees may submit questions for consideration in advance of the event as part of the registration process. \nOpening remarks: \nPeter Reinhart\, Director\, Kislak Real Estate Institute\, Monmouth University \nPanelists: \nStaci Berger\, President and Chief Executive Officer\, Housing and Community Development Network of NJ \nChristiana Foglio\, Founder and Chief Executive Officer\, Community Investment Strategies \nAssemblywoman Holly T. Schepisi\, Assistant Republican Leader\, Member Joint Committee on Housing Affordability\, Member Joint Committee on Economic Justice and Equal Employment Opportunity\, Member Housing and Community Development Committee \nKevin Walsh\, Executive Director\, Fair Share Housing Center \nAdditional panelist to be named. \nModerator: \nColleen O’Dea\, Editor at Large\, NJ Spotlight
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/nj-spotlight-roundtable-affordable-housing-in-new-jersey-whats-next/
LOCATION:RWJ Hamilton Center for Health & Wellness\, 3100 Quakerbridge Road\, Mercerville\, New Jersey\, 08619
CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Educational,Environmental Justice,Human Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190503T172142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T175828Z
UID:10000347-1559066400-1559073600@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Representing Unaccompanied Children in Immigration Matters
DESCRIPTION:Within the past three years\, more than 150\,000 unaccompanied children have come to the United States risking a harrowing journey without a parent or legal guardian; often to escape abuse\, mistreatment or persecution in their countries of origin. Once in the United States\, the majority must face immigration proceedings without a lawyer. KIND is a movement of pro bono lawyers and volunteers committed to providing fair\, competent and compassionate legal counsel to unaccompanied immigrant children in the United States. \nThis training will provide an overview of the basics of removal proceedings for children and an introduction to appearing in Immigration Court. Legal remedies\, including asylum\, special immigrant juvenile status and victim’s visas\, will be discussed. Participants will be prepared to take on the representation of an unaccompanied immigrant child under the supervision of a KIND attorney.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/introduction-to-representing-unaccompanied-children-in-immigration-matters/
LOCATION:Lowenstein Sandler LLP\, One Lowenstein Drive\, Roseland\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Educational,Immigration Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190524
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190503T161234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T161234Z
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SUMMARY:NJ Black Issues Legislative Conference
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URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/nj-black-issues-legislative-conference/
LOCATION:Thomas Edison State University\, 11 West State Street\, Trenton\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Economic Justice,Educational,Human Rights,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190519T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190426T174405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T174405Z
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Partners in Action for the Earth
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to reconnect. To celebrate. And to plan to make an even bigger impact in the coming year.\nJoin us for the 2nd Annual GreenFaith Action Day on Sunday afternoon\, May 19\, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Temple B’nai Abraham in Livingston.\nOver the past two years\, the GreenFaith community in New Jersey has been making a difference!\n\nThrough Electric Vehicle Blessings in Newark and Paterson\, we’ve raised awareness about the need to accelerate the use of electric vehicles in the state and to make clean transportation accessible to everyone.\nWe’ve opposed the proposed Meadowlands natural gas plant.\nWe’ve pressed the state to divest its pension funds from fossil fuel holdings.\nWe took more than 50 faith leaders from Newark to Netcong on a tour of the Block Island Wind Farm and then released a multi-faith statement calling for an aggressive state policy to support environmentally responsible\, labor-friendly offshore wind development.\n\nWe have GreenFaith Circles in Central Bergen\, Raritan Valley\, Hunterdon / Somerset\, Summit\, Essex\, a new Circle launching in Newark\, and Circle exploratory efforts in Monmouth and Moorestown. We are on the move!\nJoin us on May 19!\nOn May 19\, we’ll gather to celebrate our successes\, to learn about the issues\, and to plan to make a bigger impact in the coming year.\n\nWe’ll learn about the Green New Deal\, and how GreenFaith can support a climate-jobs-justice agenda.\nWe’ll hear an update on the future of electric vehicles in the state. With 40% of the state’s greenhouse gas emissions coming from transport\, EV’s are hugely important.\nWe’ll enjoy some skills training and a vegetarian meal.\nWe’ll come together in prayer for our precious planet and our work to protect it.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/interfaith-partners-in-action-for-the-earth/
LOCATION:Temple B’Nai Abraham\, Livingston\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190503T172702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T172702Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations on Race—The Invention of Race
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conversation will be led by Dr. Nell Irvin Painter\, professor emeritus at Princeton and author of New York Times bestseller The History of White People in which she discusses both the invention of race and the frequent praise of “whiteness” for economic\, scientific\, and political ends.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/conversations-on-race-the-invention-of-race/
LOCATION:Seton Hall University Center\, 400 South Orange Avenue\, South Orange
CATEGORIES:Educational,Human Rights,Liaisons,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190511T173100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190511T173100Z
UID:10000121-1557774000-1557781200@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Presentation- Update on Southern Reliability Link (SRL) and SJ Gas Pipeline-impacts
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Natural Gas has begun their construction of their Southern Reliability Link (SRL) in Burlington and Ocean County despite still being involved in ongoing litigation. SRL is 28-mile gas pipeline that will destroy environmentally sensitive land in the Pinelands and threaten communities along the route in Burlington\, Ocean\, and Monmouth Counties. SRL will create irreversible harm to wetlands\, streams\, as well as damage important open spaces\, and threaten one of the largest sources of fresh drinking water on the east coast. The proposed SJ Gas Pipeline is another unnecessary and destructive pipeline that would cut a 22- mile scar through the Pinelands. South Jersey Gas plans were to build their pipeline to connect into the B.L. England plant however since the plant will not repower with natural gas\, there is no need for the SJ Gas pipeline.  Both Pinelands pipelines must be stopped. That is why it is more important than ever that Governor Murphy puts a moratorium on new fossil fuel projects. \nWhere: The Ocean County Library\, 101 Washington St\, Toms River\, NJ 08753 \nWhen: Monday\, May 13th from 7:00 pm 8:45pm \nFacebook Event Link:  https://www.facebook.com/events/2405196033058514/ \nEmpower NJ Website: http://empowernewjersey.com/
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/presentation-update-on-southern-reliability-link-srl-and-sj-gas-pipeline-impacts/
LOCATION:Ocean County Library\, 101 Washington Street\, Toms River\, New Jersey\, 08753
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190422T154208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T154209Z
UID:10000116-1557601200-1557608400@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual New Jersey Human Rights Film Festival
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URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/2nd-annual-new-jersey-human-rights-film-festival/2019-05-11/
LOCATION:UU Society of Ridgewood\, 13 Cottage Place\, Ridgewood\, New Jersy
CATEGORIES:Educational,Film,Human Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190422T154208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T154209Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual New Jersey Human Rights Film Festival
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URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/2nd-annual-new-jersey-human-rights-film-festival/2019-05-10/
LOCATION:UU Society of Ridgewood\, 13 Cottage Place\, Ridgewood\, New Jersy
CATEGORIES:Educational,Film,Human Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190425T155407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T155407Z
UID:10000117-1556290800-1556298000@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Voter Suppression and Criminal Justice Reform in NJ
DESCRIPTION:Come hear Speakers Chané Jones and Ron Pierce From The New Jersey Institute of Social Justice talk about Voter Suppression and Criminal Justice Reform in NJ. \nWhy are almost 100\,000 New Jersey citizens denied the right to vote? Why does New Jersey have the worst record of any state in the nation in the disproportionate criminalization of people of color? \nSUPPORT NJ Bill A3456/S2100 to restore voting rights to those on Parole\, Probation or when incarcerated and join 16 other States in the U. S. and the majority of other democratic countries. \nSpeakers Bios: https://www.njisj.org/about_staff \nSponsored by: The UUCP Racial & Social Justice Team\nCo-Sponsored by: UU FaithAction NJ and Ethical Culture Society of Bergen County
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/voter-suppression-and-criminal-justice-reform-in-nj/
LOCATION:The Historical Lydecker Homestead\, 228 Grand Avenue\, Englewood\, 07631
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Economic Justice,Educational,Liaisons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190425T155935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T155935Z
UID:10000342-1555947000-1555952400@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Empower NJ Earth DAY fORUM
DESCRIPTION:A coalition of environmental groups that are part of Empower New Jersey\, along with Indivisible Princeton\, will host an educational forum focused on state-wide energy issues beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton\, 50 Cherry Hill Road\, Princeton\, N.J. Members of the public are invited to attend this free event.\nThe speakers include leaders of major statewide environmental organizations. They will discuss the dozen new fossil fuel projects proposed throughout New Jersey\, including the PennEast Pipeline and the Williams’ Northeast Compressor Stations and proposals by the coalition to combat these projects\, including proposals for a moratorium on fossil fuel development and a complete ban on fracking.\nSpeakers include:\n• Amy Goldsmith\, N.J. State Director of Clean Water Action\, who will discuss Empower New Jersey and campaign overview.\n• Doug O’Malley\, State Director of Environment NJ\, who will discuss environmental issues related to fossil fuels.\n• Jeff Tittel\, Executive Director of the Sierra Club\, New Jersey Chapter\, who will discuss the status of the Penn East and NESE projects.\n• Matthew Smith\, senior organizer of Food and Water Watch will describe how citizens can take action.\n• Rev. Bob Moore\, of Princeton Community Peace Action.\nEmpower NJ is a coalition of over 50 environmental\, citizen\, faith-based\, and progressive groups in New Jersey that are calling on Governor Murphy to enact a moratorium on all new fossil fuel projects in New Jersey until there are rules in place to achieve our 100% clean energy goals. The organization has been sponsoring informational forums throughout New Jersey. More information is available at www.empowernewjersey.com.\nIn addition to Indivisible Princeton\, co-sponsors include Princeton Coalition for Peace Action\, the Princeton Chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby\, and UUCP’s Ministry for Earth.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/empower-nj-earth-day-forum/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton\, 50 Cherry Hill Rd\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20180706T212338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T181602Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Plenary
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/2019-plenary/
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Economic Justice,Educational,Environmental Justice,Gun Violence Prevention,Immigration Justice,Liaisons,Racial Justice,Reproductive Justice,UU FaithAction Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="UU FaithAction NJ":MAILTO:admin@uufaithaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190409T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190403T204939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T204939Z
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SUMMARY:Governor Murphy: No More Fossil Fuel Projects!
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the fossil fuel moratorium! On April 9th at 7 pm\, the Empower NJ team will be holding an informational overview of this critical campaign & what you can do to help make the moratorium a reality!
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/governor-murphy-no-more-fossil-fuel-projects/
LOCATION:Forest Road Park Building\, 160 Forest Road\, Fanwood\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190407T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190407T083000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190327T210247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T210247Z
UID:10000110-1554620400-1554625800@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Ending Solitary Confinement in NJ - A Talk at the Ethical Culture Society in Maplewood
DESCRIPTION:What is it like to be confined to a small cell for 23 hours a day\, months and years on end\, with minimal sensory stimulation and little or no human contact? How does it affect the brain and one’s psyche? Justice Rountree\, a survivor of solitary confinement\, and Tricia Idrobo\, a UUFANJ activist will speak about solitary confinement in New Jersey jails and prisons\, its detrimental effects on individuals and the community\, and initiatives to restrict solitary confinement\, including bills A314 and S3261 in the NJ legislature. There will also be an opportunity to “virtually” experience a solitary cell.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/ending-solitary-confinement-in-nj-a-talk-at-the-ethical-culture-society-in-maplewood/
LOCATION:Ethical Culture Society of Essex County\, 516 Prospect Street\, Maplewood\, NJ\, 07040
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Educational,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190406T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190406T080000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190219T231404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T231404Z
UID:10000108-1554530400-1554537600@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:JUST THE FACTS Navigating the NEW Digital Landscape
DESCRIPTION:The Peace and Justice Committee of the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood Presents… \nJUST THE FACTS \nNavigating the NEW Digital Landscape \nSaturday\, April 6\, 2019 \n\nCan you tell the difference between fact and fiction? \nHow does digital information come to us? \nWhat does the new digital landscape mean for truth and democracy? \n\nIn this two hour hands-on workshop\, Library Media Specialist\, Lois Parker-Hennion will help you answer these questions and more!  Please bring a device (cell phone\, tablet\, ipad\, or laptop). Light refreshments will be served. \nWho: Lois Parker-Hennion is a library media specialist and has been teaching digital literacy to high school students for 23 years. She is a member of the Peace & Justice Committee and serves on the Advisory Board for Teaching Tolerance. \nWhat:  News Literacy/Digital Literacy workshop \nWhen: 10:00-12:00 AM on Saturday\, April 6th \nWhere: The Unitarian Society of Ridgewood\, 113 Cottage Place\, Ridgewood\, NJ  \nWhy: In order to participate effectively in our democracy\, we need to be able to successfully navigate the news that is coming at us. \nHow: Presentation will include hands-on activities and discussion. Please RSVP using Eventbright https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-the-facts-navigating-the-new-digital-landscape-tickets-56854839355  \nChildcare available with 2 weeks advance notice: Please contact: usr.dre1@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/just-the-facts-navigating-the-new-digital-landscape/
LOCATION:UU Society of Ridgewood\, 13 Cottage Place\, Ridgewood\, New Jersy
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190405T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190405T090000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190215T210724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T210725Z
UID:10000107-1554444000-1554454800@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Overdose Prevention Centers Conference
DESCRIPTION:Drug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death nationally and in New Jersey\, with more than 3\,000 New Jersey residents dying from overdose each year. Many of these deaths are preventable and as you know\, DPA works to promote policies that will help save lives through our Overdose Prevention Campaign. DPA will be launching a campaign in support of legislation (Senate Bill 3293 / Assembly Bill 4638) to establish overdose prevention centers (also known as safe consumption spaces) in response to the devastating loss of life. \nOverdose prevention centers are locations where people can legally consume previously purchased drugs under the supervision of trained staff.  The staff are able to provide immediate assistance in the case of an overdose and connect people to drug treatment\, medical care\, social services and harm reduction services.  Fear of arrest and prosecution\, as well as the stigma attached to drug use\, force people to hide their drug use or use drugs in unsafe conditions.  If these barriers were removed\, countless lives could be saved. \nPlease mark your calendars and save-the-date as Drug Policy Alliance is hosting a conference at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) on Friday\, April 5th at 10:00 am.  Join us to learn from an expert panel of public health officials\, researchers\, legal experts\, and community leaders on innovations in overdose prevention.  The event will take place at TCNJ\, 2000 Pennington Road\, Ewing\, NJ 08628 in the School of Education Building #115. For more details\, please see the flyer below. \nAdmission\, lunch and CEUs are free\, but space is limited\, so please RSVP to reserve your spot!
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/overdose-prevention-centers-conference/
LOCATION:The College of New Jersey\, 2000 Pennington Road\, Ewing\, New Jersey\, 08628
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Economic Justice,Educational,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190221T205403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T205403Z
UID:10000109-1551969000-1551976200@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Handling our Trash: Getting to a Circular Carbon Economy
DESCRIPTION:March 7\, 2019\, 7:30 pm – Westfield High School\, 550 Dorian Rd\, Westfield\, NJ 07090 (in Cafeteria B) –\nPlease RSVP at www.nfrpp.org – Free and Open to the Public – Walk‐Ins Welcome\nSuggested tax-deductible donation is $10\n \nAmericans live with waste every day ‐‐ a growing problem. Recycling is one of the ways we can have a positive impact on our environment. Recycling can also provide us with renewable sources of energy which help reduce greenhouse gases. A zero waste recycling strategy only works if we understand our shopping\, consumption and disposal habits\, with the goal to move toward zero trash sent to landfill and incineration. This knowledge will not only make us better recyclers but also better voters as we\nhelp shape local\, state and national environmental policy. This program will clear up confusion and address how to achieve renewable energy and a low-carbon economy. Information is available here:\n https://www.facebook.com/events/586122075162623/
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/handling-our-trash-getting-to-a-circular-carbon-economy-2/
LOCATION:Westfield High School\, 550 Dorian Road\, Westfield\, NJ\, 07090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Responsible Public Policy":MAILTO:info@nfrpp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190127T211932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190127T211932Z
UID:10000321-1551969000-1551974400@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Handling our Trash: Getting to a Circular Carbon Economy
DESCRIPTION:Americans live with waste every day ‐‐ a growing problem. Recycling is one of the ways we can have a positive impact on our environment. Recycling can also provide us with renewable sources of energy which help reduce greenhouse gases. A zero waste recycling strategy only works if we understand our shopping\, consumption and disposal habits\, with the goal to move toward zero trash sent to landfill and incineration. This knowledge will not only make us better recyclers but also better voters as we help shape local\, state and national environmental policy. This program will clear up confusion and address how to achieve renewable energy and a low-carbon economy. \n \nSpeakers: \nMatt Civello currently serves on the Manhattan Solid Waste Advisory Board helping to achieve its zero-waste goals and advises the Manhattan Borough President\, City Council and mayoral administration and others on policies and programs on furthering the City’s waste prevention\, reuse\, and recycling programs. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the non-profit Earth Matter which processes 740 tons of organic material from City residents.  Matthew does not necessarily represent the views of the MSWAB for the purpose of this event. \nDr. Serpil Guran is the Director of Rutgers EcoComplex “Clean Energy Innovation Center” and manages the new RutgersX “EcoIgnite: Clean Energy Proof of Concept Center and Accelerator” program.   She is trained on thermochemical conversion (pyrolysis and gasification) of biomass and waste materials for the production of fuels and chemicals\, and she specializes in research\, development\, and assessment of sustainable biofuel and recycling technologies\, and life cycle analysis of clean energy systems alternative fuel production systems. \nAmanda Nesheiwat\, the moderator\, currently works as the Environmental Director for the Town of Secaucus\, as well as chairwoman of their Environmental Committee and most recently as the town’s official Recycling Coordinator after receiving her certification as a recycling professional from Rutgers University in 2016. \nFree and Open to the Public \nWalk-Ins Welcome \nSuggested Donation is $10. Donations are tax-deductible. \nWestfield High School \n550 Dorian Rd\, Westfield\, NJ 07090
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/handling-our-trash-getting-to-a-circular-carbon-economy/
LOCATION:Westfield High School\, 550 Dorian Road\, Westfield\, NJ\, 07090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Network for Responsible Public Policy":MAILTO:info@nfrpp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190215T201535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T201536Z
UID:10000337-1551002400-1551013200@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Women of Color\, NJ Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/women-of-color-nj-meeting/
LOCATION:Dream Martial Arts Studio\, 604 Valley Road\, Maplewood\, New Jersey\, 07043
CATEGORIES:Educational,Racial Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="UU FaithAction NJ":MAILTO:admin@uufaithaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190130T053237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T053237Z
UID:10000323-1550757600-1550763000@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Redistricting Reform Best Practices for a Fairer New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of New Jersey – together with the Fair Districts New Jersey Coalition and the Network for Responsible Public Policy – has announced a series of ten public forums taking place across the state to educate voters on gerrymandering and the legislative redistricting process\, and to present ideas for reforms. The forums\, “Redistricting Reform Best Practices for a Fairer New Jersey\,” are a continuation of the League’s voter education work to demystify a process that has a great impact on our communities and our political representation\, but that few fully understand. All events are free and open to the public. \n \nIn addition to outlining the current legislative redistricting process in New Jersey\, LWV wants to provide the public with information about anti-gerrymandering reforms in other states\, and present redistricting principles and best practices that can be applied here in New Jersey. And more importantly\, the League wants to encourage ongoing public commentary on redistricting so citizens feel empowered to participate in the next map-drawing process.‍
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/redistricting-reform-best-practices-for-a-fairer-new-jersey-2/
LOCATION:duCret School of Art\, 1030 Central Avenue\, Plainfield NJ
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190130T053407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T053407Z
UID:10000324-1550671200-1550676600@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Redistricting Reform Best Practices for a Fairer New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of New Jersey – together with the Fair Districts New Jersey Coalition and the Network for Responsible Public Policy – has announced a series of ten public forums taking place across the state to educate voters on gerrymandering and the legislative redistricting process\, and to present ideas for reforms. The forums\, “Redistricting Reform Best Practices for a Fairer New Jersey\,” are a continuation of the League’s voter education work to demystify a process that has a great impact on our communities and our political representation\, but that few fully understand. All events are free and open to the public. \n \nIn addition to outlining the current legislative redistricting process in New Jersey\, LWV wants to provide the public with information about anti-gerrymandering reforms in other states\, and present redistricting principles and best practices that can be applied here in New Jersey. And more importantly\, the League wants to encourage ongoing public commentary on redistricting so citizens feel empowered to participate in the next map-drawing process.‍
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/redistricting-reform-best-practices-for-a-fairer-new-jersey-3/
LOCATION:Princeton University – Maeder Hall\, Auditorium\, corner of Prospect Avenue and Olden Street\, Princeton NJ
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190130T053644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T053644Z
UID:10000325-1550583000-1550588400@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Redistricting Reform Best Practices for a Fairer New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of New Jersey – together with the Fair Districts New Jersey Coalition and the Network for Responsible Public Policy – has announced a series of ten public forums taking place across the state to educate voters on gerrymandering and the legislative redistricting process\, and to present ideas for reforms. The forums\, “Redistricting Reform Best Practices for a Fairer New Jersey\,” are a continuation of the League’s voter education work to demystify a process that has a great impact on our communities and our political representation\, but that few fully understand. All events are free and open to the public. \n \nIn addition to outlining the current legislative redistricting process in New Jersey\, LWV wants to provide the public with information about anti-gerrymandering reforms in other states\, and present redistricting principles and best practices that can be applied here in New Jersey. And more importantly\, the League wants to encourage ongoing public commentary on redistricting so citizens feel empowered to participate in the next map-drawing process.‍
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/redistricting-reform-best-practices-for-a-fairer-new-jersey-4/
LOCATION:Bethany Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, 275 West Market Street\, Newark NJ
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T083000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190215T205050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T205051Z
UID:10000338-1550545200-1550565000@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Attorney General Grewal hosts Community Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Attorney General has asked the 21 County Prosecutors to organize quarterly public events to discuss issues relevant to community policing in the 21st century (the “21/21 Community Policing Project”). The goal of the project is to strengthen relationships between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve – and to address areas of concern before conflicts arise.  This Forum will focus on Bias Incidents. \n2019-0219_Bias-Incident-Symposium
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/attorney-general-grewal-hosts-community-forum/
LOCATION:St. Peters University\, Jersey City\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Criminal Justice,Educational,Immigration Justice,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190215T205730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T205730Z
UID:10000339-1550498400-1550505600@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:Fossil Fuel Moratorium
DESCRIPTION:Beacon UU Congregation in Summit is hosting a “Stop the Fracking Pipelines: No Fossil Fuels” symposium Monday\, February 18 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm .  Speakers include Jeff intel of the Sierra Club\, Matt Smith of Food and Water Watch and possibly Dave Pringle of Clean Water Action. \nThe Facebook event page is https://www.facebook.com/events/472616899940419/  – please RSVP.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/fossil-fuel-moratorium/
LOCATION:Beacon (Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit)\, 4 Waldron Avenue\, Summit\, 07901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="UU FaithAction NJ":MAILTO:admin@uufaithaction.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T052906
CREATED:20190127T211503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T054938Z
UID:10000106-1549791000-1549800000@www.uufaithaction.org
SUMMARY:“ARE WE COOKED?”
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Eric Goplerud presents updates on latest climate reports and what we can do about the increasing urgency.  Dr. Goplerud is Executive director of FACS–Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions\, based in Fairfax\, Virginia.  FACS helps people of faith develop local solutions to the climate crisis. The multifaith organization empowers and unites neighbors of all faiths to achieve real climate solutions\, right now. \n\nSponsored by UUCMC Climate Action Team\, Monmouth Community Climate Coalition\nEarth Room Unitarian Universalist Congregation\n1475 W. Front Street\nLincroft\, NJ07738
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/are-we-cooked/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County\, 1475 W. FRONT STREET\, Lincroft\, NJ\, 07738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Environmental Justice
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