Unitarian Universalist FaithAction NJ

NJ Black Issues Legislative Conference
2019-05-23 | Thomas Edison State University, 11 West State Street, Trenton, New Jersey

Introduction to Representing Unaccompanied Children in Immigration Matters
2019-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Lowenstein Sandler LLP, One Lowenstein Drive, Roseland, New Jersey
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.
This 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.

NJ Spotlight Roundtable: Affordable Housing in New Jersey: What's Next?
2019-05-31 08:00 - 10:30 | RWJ Hamilton Center for Health & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Mercerville, New Jersey, 08619
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.
Not 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.
This 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.
At 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:

Where we are today regarding the state’s need for more affordable homes
How many more municipalities need to draft plans and how many units are planned?
How many homes are actually likely to be built? Where and when? Who’s going to pay for them?
What are the prospects of the state retaking control of the process?

Attendees may submit questions for consideration in advance of the event as part of the registration process.
Opening remarks:
Peter Reinhart, Director, Kislak Real Estate Institute, Monmouth University
Panelists:
Staci Berger, President and Chief Executive Officer, Housing and Community Development Network of NJ
Christiana Foglio, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Community Investment Strategies
Assemblywoman 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
Kevin Walsh, Executive Director, Fair Share Housing Center
Additional panelist to be named.
Moderator:
Colleen O’Dea, Editor at Large, NJ Spotlight

Faith and Climate Webinar Series – Juliana vs the United States (The Youth Climate Suit)
2019-06-04 13:15 - 14:45
In this webinar, hear from panelists involved in the case and learn where the trial is headed.
The 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
June 4, 2019 – 1:15 to 2:45 PM EDT

NJ Spotlight Roundtable: Improving Energy Efficiency in New Jersey
2019-06-05 08:00 - 10:30 | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 U.S. 130, Hamilton Township, New Jersey, 08690
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.
Why 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.
A 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?
Find out at this NJ Spotlight roundtable.
Attendees may submit questions for consideration in advance of the event as part of the registration process.

Opening remarks:
R. Neal Elliott, Senior Director for Research, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)
Panelists:
Stefanie Brand, Director, New Jersey Division of Rate Counsel
David M. Daly, President & Chief Operating Officer, Public Service Electric & Gas Company
Isaac Gabel-Frank, Vice President, Gabel Associates
Eric Miller, Policy Counsel, Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance, Energy Efficiency Alliance of New Jersey
Additional panelist to be named.
Moderator:
Tom Johnson, Energy Reporter, NJ Spotlight

The Green New Deal: Exploring the Possible
2019-06-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Fairleigh Dickinson University, Hackensack, Dickinson Hall, Wilson Auditorium, 140 University Plaza Drive, Hackensack, N.J., 07601
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.

We 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.

We invite you to attend the NFRPP upcoming program on June 6th 7:30pm at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Hackensack. More information below.

We 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.
For 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.

Also, 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.

Students Demand Action - National Gun Awareness Day
2019-06-07 16:30 - 18:00 | The Unitarian Society, A Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 176 Tices Lane, East Brunswick, 08816, United States

CleanWater Action NJ Annual Conference
2019-06-08 09:00 - 14:00 | The Wardlaw + Hartridge School in Edison, NJ
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
This 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!

LGBTQI+ Global Treatment: A Canary in the Coal Mine
2019-08-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Church Center for the UN, 777 United Nations Plaza, New York, New York
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.

Tuesday, August 6, 2019
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Church Center for the UN
10th Floor Conference Room
New York, NY

Contact UU-UNO Program Intern for Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Human RightsAnthony Torres with any questions.

Temporary Housing Needs Meeting
2019-09-22 13:00 - 15:00
First Friends and UU FaithAction are hosting an open meeting to discuss Temporary Housing Needs.

Beacon's Immigrant Justice Team, UUFaithAction and 1st Friends training
2019-09-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Beacon (Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit), 4 Waldron Avenue, Summit, 07901, United States
The presentation will introduce individuals and/or congregations to the need for Temporary Housing and or Transportation for Immigrants released from detention. Temporary Housing may involve picking a released detainee up from detention, feeding them a meal, housing them overnight, and then taking them to catch a Greyhound bus to another destination. Another option is a bit longer, for the detainee/ person who has been granted Asylum,and /or and is staying in the area. It involves housing them for for 1-3 weeks until they are placed with refugee service agency. Congregations or individuals might be willing to offer this support. Transportation and activities in all cases would be coordinated with 1st Friends.

Do You Know What’s In Your Water?
2019-09-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Montclair, 67 Church St, Montclair, NJ, 07042, United States
Do You Know What’s In Your Water?
Please come to hear more about this very important issue!
Topic: Do You Know What is in Your Water?
Details: A speaker from Clean Water Action will address the state of our water in Essex County and how it relates to Social Justice Issues
When: September 25, 2019, 7 PM – 8 PM
Where: Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 67 Church Street in Montclair, in the Rotunda.
Sponsor: The Environmental Committee of the League of Women Voters
Leader: Ron Pate, 973 965-7578, ronaldjamespate@gmail.com
If you have questions, ask Ron.

Murray Grove Celebration
2019-09-27 10:00 - 2019-09-29 14:00 | Murray Grove

Speaking Truth to Power
2019-09-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Unitarian Society of Ridgewood, 113 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450, United States
UNITARIAN SOCIETY OF RIDGEWOOD,
PEACE AND JUSTICE COMMITTEE
113 COTTAGE PLACE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
7:30 P.M.
SPEAKING TRUTH TO POWER
Emigrants, Immigrants and Refugees: Their Dilemma…and Ours
Join Judy Manton* for a presentation focusing on the complex issues of immigration based on her interactions with the Latin American community throughout her career. Judy will discuss how people are affected by emigration and immigration and the experiences of guest workers, asylum seekers, refugees, and detainees. She will report on how the situation at the US/Mexican border has changed since 2015 and will also discuss orderly legal migration and successful asylum seekers and their resettlement.
*Judy Manton, has taught “Cross-Cultural Perspectives” at Fairleigh Dickenson University for 28 years. She has taught English as a Second Language to adult immigrants both in New York City and at Bergen Community College. Judy directed a migrant worker program in Iowa. Currently, she is the director of a summer training program for Teachers of English in various parts of China.
“The ‘Push’ Factors behind Emigration: Honduras
Last November Judy joined a delegation to Honduras sponsored by The Unitarian Universalist College of Social Justice and hosted by Foro para La Vida, an umbrella group of 17 organizations of activist women, who have witnessed narco-trafficking, rape by police and the military, and land seizure by big business. Their struggle in speaking truth to power against their illegal government will be another main focus of the presentation.
CO SPONSORED: Northern New Jersey Sanctuary Coalition, Northern NJ NOW and USR Council
Child care available with two (one) week’s notice. For reservations, contact Jeannie Nametz at usr.dre1@gmail.com

Jericho Walk for Maria
2019-09-30 08:30 - 09:30 | Federal Immigration Court, 97 Broad Street, Newark, NJ, United States
There is a Jericho Walk, organized by the American Friends Service Committee, on September 30 at 8:30 am. This is to show support and solidarity for an immigrant mother, Maria, and her two children, as Maria reports to ICE. We first brought the plight of Maria to your attention on May 28 when we organized a rally in Newark for her benefit. Maria has been required to report to ICE every month, since late last year, and she brings her children everytime.
The walk begins at 8:30 am on September 30 outside of the federal building located at 970 Broad Street, Newark, NJ.
We urge anyone who is able to show up and demonstrate the community’s backing of Maria and to accompany her to her ICE check-in. Bring people from your congregation and other friends. It is extremely important that ICE understands that many people in this state support immigrants like Maria and hold ICE accountable for treating them fairly.
We are also looking for someone willing to be the point person for this Jericho Walk, who will coordinate UUs and friends interested in going that morning and write something for an action alert. Anyone who is willing to do this, contact the FaithAction office, (908) 376-6535 or admin@uufaithaction.org. We hope to have a strong sea of UU supporters!

National Solar Tour
2019-10-05 - 2019-10-06 | Find on Web Site
See what it’s like to live solar. Solar homes, businesses, schools, and more will be opening their doors and answering your questions about what it’s really like to generate your own electricity with solar panels during the National Solar Tour. Find an event near you and see for yourself!

Women of Faith Conference
2019-10-29 17:30 - 21:00
This conference is hosted by the Union County Interfaith Coordinating Council and Community Access Unlimited. Location will be announced closer to the time of the event.

Better Angels Debate on Guns in America
2019-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Beacon (Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit), 4 Waldron Avenue, Summit, 07901, United States
Better Angels Debate on Guns in America: Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 7 – 9 PM, Summit, NJ

You are invited to a Better Angels Debate on Guns in America to be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 from 7 – 9 PM, hosted by Beacon UU Congregation in Summit and the Summit NJ Better Angels Alliance.
A Better Angels Debate is a different kind of debate in which a group of people bring their views, and think together about a difficult question. There are no winners or losers. The purpose is to express your views AND listen to others’ views. More information about Better Angels Debates, including a video, can be found at www.better-angels.org/debates/.

We use a modified parliamentary procedure, which helps us speak respectfully and listen carefully to each other. A specific issue on the general topic of guns in America will be chosen through this registration process, phrased in the form of a Resolution. At the debate, participants will express their thoughts For or Against the Resolution. It is also okay, actually encouraged, to express doubt or nuance, and even to change your mind. At its best, this debate is a collective search for greater understanding about an important issue through a vigorous, passionate airing of views, without descending to personal attacks.
There are three goals here:
– To better understand our own views
– To better understand opposing views
– To form stronger relationships with those around us.
After the debate adjourns, we’ll take a few minutes to share what we found surprising, and what we enjoyed.
We hope you find this intriguing and will decide to contribute your thoughts to this exchange of ideas. If you do plan to attend, complete this registration form, including the survey (do not complete the survey if you do not plan to attend). This debate format works best with a moderate number of participants, so attendance will be limited to 45 people, on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to come, register soon.
The debate also works best when the group is divided on the issue, with half in favor of, and half opposed to, the resolution. The survey is intended to see which of the following Resolutions: a) interests people most; and b) splits opinion closest to 50%-50%. For each of the Resolutions we are considering, we will ask:
– your level of interest in discussing the resolution.
– your position (agree, disagree, neutral) on the resolution.
The survey closes Friday, October 18, at midnight.
We’ll send an email during the week of October 20 to let you know which resolution we’ll be debating, and ask you to confirm that you will attend. Then we will follow up with any last-minute instructions.
If you have any questions about this event or Better Angels, email: betterangelsworkshop712@gmail.com.
Thank you for your interest!

* Required

Intersections - Ending Gender Violence, Finding Anti-Racist Solidarity
2019-11-13 20:00 - 21:30 | UU Congregation at Montclair, 67 Church Street, Montclair, New Jersey

Dismantling the Racism Machine, An Interactive Performance
2019-11-15 19:30 | Unitarian Society of Ridgewood, 113 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450, United States
This Friday evening The Racial Justice Committee of the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood will have an event, “Dismantling the Racism Machine, An Interactive Performance”. We are very excited to welcome Meta Theater . We think it will be an interesting and thought provoking event.

MTC’s performances are original and written from the lived experiences of cast members.
Cast includes women inside/outside the prison walls, as we rehearse weekly at a women’s
prison in New Jersey. They work within a Transformative Justice model, and utilize this model
to discuss issues and write work.

Karen Gaffney, author of Dismantling Racism will be at the performance.

“Value to the Soul: Voting Rights as a Human Right” Ron Pierce, NJ Institute for Social Justice
2019-12-01 09:00 - 10:00 | UU Congregation of Monmouth County, 1475 West Front St., Lincroft, NJ, 07738, United States
Join us at 8:45 am for coffee/tea and bagels. Dialogs begin at 9 am.
Our Dialog series provides a forum for intellectual pursuit and rational thought as integral to our spiritual journeys at UUCMC. We welcome suggestions for speakers and topics. The series runs from October through May.
The right to vote preserves all other rights; it protects from a tyrannical system of government. Generationally silencing communities of color with a variety of techniques has led to segregated schools, segregated housing, segregated neighborhoods and segregated houses of worship. If we take away peoples’ voices, we remove their ability to be productive and they become bargaining chips as they did in the eighties and nineties as Get Tough on Crime rhetoric led to more oppressive laws with greater sanctions to gain a few extra votes, at the expense of the human dignity of those we would not allow a voice.
Ron was incarcerated for 30 years. Through the NJ Step program, he earned college credits, and after parole, received a Justice Studies degree from Rutgers. The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice employs him as the Democracy and Justice Fellow. He has a passion to help lower the recidivism rate by working to change policies that create barriers formerly incarcerated individuals encounter while trying to reenter society. He has written articles, co-written a play, and has spoken in many places.

Accompaniment Training
2019-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, 07003
Monday, December 02, 2019 at 07:00 PM
Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield, NJ

Accompaniment Training

The New Sanctuary Coalition (NSC) accompaniment program recruits and trains volunteers to accompany people facing deportation to their immigration hearings and ICE check-ins. This provides moral support to the person facing deportation and enables volunteers to hold immigration authorities accountable. Standing in solidarity with migrants facing deportation also demonstrates to immigration judges, ICE officers, and government attorneys that there is a community mobilized against their deportation.
The Immigration Accompaniment Program helps support families who are going through the immigration process in 3 ways:

PROVIDES A SUPPORT STRUCTURE to strengthen those caught in immigration proceedings

KEEPS FAMILY MEMBERS INFORMED at every step of the process as their loved ones move forward

HOLDS LEGAL OFFICIALS ACCOUNTABLE for providing accurate information and serving due process

It is a concrete way to extend sanctuary for the most vulnerable among us. Sanctuary is not a physical entity but the spaces wherein all of us can breathe freely and in dignity.
We are building a movement that cares and protects the other, not matter where they are from or who they are.
How does it work?
Training consists of grounding the immigration system’s present moment in its historical and political context, framing our work through NSC’s founding principles, delving into the specifics of what our accompaniment work accomplishes, and outlining strategies for allyship in light of current threats to migrant communities.
Once you’re trained you become part of the accompaniment program. You’ll learn about upcoming accompaniments and can sign up for time slots and locations that work for you. You’ll also leave with resources, information and thought partnership for building a stronger network of allies in your community.

You must pre-register here.

NJ Water Works Conference 2019
2019-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Hyatt Regency, New Brunswick, 2 Albany Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901
The fifth annual Jersey Water Works Conference will bring together more than 300 state and local decision-makers, practitioners and stakeholders to amplify the importance of addressing New Jersey’s water infrastructure, explore national models for innovative solutions and celebrate the work of Jersey Water Works and its members!

Key Note Speaker:
George S. Hawkins, Esq.

Founder and President
Moonshot Missions

George Hawkins launched his innovation-focused enterprises Moonshot LLC and Moonshot Missions after stepping down as CEO and General Manager of DC Water, where he served for 11 years. George helps agencies identify and adopt strategies to deliver better service and lower cost

George’s wealth of knowledge in water, infrastructure, and environmental issues allows him to serve many roles in the water sector, including:

Member of the National Infrastructure Advisory Council, which advises the White House
Advisor to Xylem, Inc.
Executive in Residence for XPV Water Partners
Board member of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation and the US Water Alliance, and
Professor of Practice for American University.

George also served as Director of the DC Department of the Environment and held positions with the US EPA.

“Drivers’ Licenses for the Undocumented” by Alejandro Jaramillo
2019-12-15 09:00 - 10:00 | UU Congregation of Monmouth County, 1475 West Front St., Lincroft, NJ, 07738, United States
Currently there is a proposed state law: it would create two types of driver’s; licenses: one compliant with the federal Real ID Act, and one strictly for driving that would be issued to immigrants without legal status, certain senior citizens and others who lack documentation. The proposed bill would allow immigrants living in the country without legal status to acquire a state driver’s license. The data would be confidential and not shared outside the state agency. Meanwhile, more than half a million immigrants live in fear of being deported and separated from their families for driving a car in New Jersey.
Alvaro works with Cosecha New Jersey, which is a state chapter of a nationwide group which advocates for immigrants’ rights.

“DRAWDOWN – Useful Responses to the Climate Emergency "
2020-01-12 09:00 - 10:00 | The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth, 1475 Front Street, Lincroft, 07738, United States
UU Congregation of Monmouth County Sunday Morning Dialog presents Jan Dash, PhD. Editor, World Scientific Climate Encyclopedia (2020)
Climate change is the outstanding survival and ethical issue of our time. DRAWDOWN contains many ways to mitigate climate change, using rigorous modeling, many of which you can use! DRAWDOWN is consistent with the Sustainable Development Goals linking climate action to social justice. The talk will discuss the recent DRAWDOWN conference at Penn. State.
Jan Dash works hard to help mitigate climate change to provide a livable world now and for children. He promotes Climate Risk Management as motivation for climate action. Jan was a physics professor and a finance quant / risk manager. He is a member of UUCMC.
Light breakfast served at 8:45. Dialog at 9:00 AM Our Sunday service is at 10:30

2020 Vision - 2019 Review; UU the Vote Watch Party
2020-01-12 14:30 - 17:00 | UU Church at Washington Crossing, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd., Titusville, 08560
Please join UUCWC’s Faith Action Ministry next Sunday afternoon to review & celebrate all that we did in 2019 (it was a lot!!), and gather inspiration for putting our faith into action in 2020. Then, at 4pm, we will watch the online launch/webinar of the UUA’s big 2020 campaign, “UU the Vote”, a program to get UUs involved in protecting voting rights and increasing voter turnout in Nov. 2020.

Remembrance Vigil at Beacon
2020-01-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Beacon (Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit), 4 Waldron Avenue, Summit, 07901, United States
Please join us for a Remembrance Vigil in the Sanctuary – MONDAY JANUARY 13, 7:30 to 9 pm
For VICTIMS OF GUN VIOLENCE – Children at SANDY HOOK ELEMENTARY, NEWTOWN CT Dec 14 and at STONEHAM DOUGLAS HS , PARKLAND FL, Feb 14

AND ALL OTHER VICTIMS OF GUN VIOLENCE
̶ OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ̶

Rev. Dr. Robin will lead the program, which will be presented by both the GVP committee and the Racial Justice Committee. The Brady Campaign against Gun Violence has agreed to be a co-sponsor.
So far, we have confirmations from these participants:
Karen Kanter from Brady-United Against Gun Violence, explaining NJ’s new “Red Flag Law” (aka Extreme Risk Protection Order or ERPO);
Beacon’s own Charlene Walker, representing Faith in New Jersey and its “Live Free” campaign to end urban gun violence;
A 2 or 3-minute modern dance piece by GVP activist and dance professor Heather Harrington;
Lisa Reznik of Summit Film Society will introduce AIMING FOR SAFETY, Beacon’s 7-minute film showing George Faison’s suggestions to end gun violence;
A 2 or 3-minute GVP song performed by Andy Roth;
Candle lighting

Racial Justice Speaker Series: Brandon McKoy
2020-01-17 19:00 - 20:30 | UU Church at Washington Crossing, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd., Titusville, 08560
“America Will Be: Fulfilling our Nation’s Promise Through Targeted & Equitable Policy”
Come hear New Jersey Policy Perspective’s President Brandon McKoy explain the impact of centuries of racism on federal, state and local policy. This legacy racism has created implicit and explicit bias in our government policy and programs that keep many people vulnerable and disengaged. We have the opportunity to change the paradigm through government policy and budgeting that support equity and inclusion for all. This program is sponsored by the Racial Justice Ministry of UUCWC and is open to the public.

True Justice Film
2020-01-18 12:30 - 16:00 | Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County, 1475 W. FRONT STREET, Lincroft, NJ, 07738, United States
Film and discussion to support EJI
Bring a bag lunch!

NJ Maternal Health Day: A Conversation To Improve Maternity Care With The Voices of Students, Staff and Community Partners
2020-01-22 14:30 - 17:00 | Montclair State University , University Hall, Room 1020, Montclair
Free event , light refreshments served. All are welcome.
This will be a space for community building, sharing stories and resources in the intersectional topics of maternal health in NJ. If you are part of a group or agency that has handouts, we will have designated space for has any flyers/ handouts or resources to share at our resource table for the event, so please bring them! Being mindful of communication in case of inclement weather, we are asking all to use this free registration link in case of any correspondence before hand. Thanks for sharing flyer and link with your team!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/montclair-state-maternal-health-123formoms-on-jan-22-2020-tickets-78999141559
