Unitarian Universalist FaithAction NJ

Rev. Charles Loflin Guest Pulpit At Faith+Works at the HUBB
2024-10-20 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Faith+ Works, 35 & 47 Cleveland St, Orange, 07050, United States

Rev. Charles Loflin Guest Pulpit - Morristown UU
2024-10-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, 07960

Fall Issues Conference
2024-10-19 09:30 - 15:30
Save the date!
The Issues Conference will be in our Montclair UU.
Details coming soon.

The Hydrogen Regulatory Landscape
2024-10-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Online
Please join us for the webinar “The Hydrogen Regulatory Landscape – What is required and what is missing?” on Wednesday, October 16, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. REGISTER HERE.

Industry and government are pushing hydrogen gas, rushing to build “hydrogen hubs” with our tax money, claiming it will thwart the climate crisis. But the facts show hydrogen is anything but clean and that communities will be expected to carry the environmental burdens, whether they want to or not. Making matters worse, the regulations that would govern hydrogen production, transport, and use, are filled with gaps and a confused patchwork of rules at the federal, state, and local level that expose communities and the environment to unacceptable dangers.

We will be delving into the questions swirling around the Hydrogen Hub regulatory quandary with legal experts Kacy Manahan, Senior Attorney, Delaware Riverkeeper Network and Margaret A. Coulter, Senior Attorney, Climate Law Institute, Center for Biological Diversity.
We will also have a brief update on the proposed MACH2 Hydrogen Hub planned for Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, and South/Central New Jersey.

Register now for this free webinar!

Environmental Justice Task Force monthly call
2024-10-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Monthly Environmental Justice Task Force meeting to discuss current issues, updates and strategies

Would you like to join in the conversation, find out what’s going on *now* in New Jersey around environmental justice? Then join our statewide call held the 1st Thursday of every month at 12 noon sharp. All are invited.
For more info and to join the call, contact Environmental Justice Task Force co-chairs, Peggy Middaugh and Ray Nichols (environment@uufaithaction.org), or administrator Emily Parker (admin@uufaithaction.org).
Call hosted by Environmental Justice Task Force co-chairs, Peggy Middaugh (UU Congregation of Ocean County) and Ray Nichols (UU in Princeton Congregation).

Get PA Voters Engaged
2024-10-15 12:01, 2024-09-17 00:00
UUtheVote, SuperMajority, and UUtheVotePA
Sign-up Now!!

Our National Partners, UUtheVote and SuperMajority,
along with UUJusticePA are sponsoring
two national phone banks with
Unitarian Universalists across the country ~
Tuesday, Sept 17 and again on Tuesday, Oct 15.

Training and script will be provided.

Let’s get PA voters engaged in the democratic process!!

SIGN UP
Tuesday, September 17

SIGN UP
Tuesday, October 15

UUJusticePA
c/o Unitarian Church of Harrisburg
1280 Clover Lane
Harrisburg, PA 17113 1001
United States

UUJusticePA.org

Activist Training Program
2024-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is excited to share the upcoming Activist Training Program fall schedule with you!

At a Glance: Fall 2024 Activist Training Program Schedule

How to be a One Person GOTV Machine! | 10/7/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP
Election Protection: Know Your Rights | 10/23/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP
Building Power: You Count | 11/12/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP

Rapid Response & Grassroots Mobilization | 12/4/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP

You can find more information about each course and register to attend at lwvnj.org/training.

Murray Grove Homecoming
2024-10-05 08:00 - 17:00
Save the date!!
Details coming soon!

First Friday Action Hour
2024-10-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“First Friday Action Hour” — The 1st Friday of every month!
Join us at 12 noon, on Zoom, to TAKE ACTION together!
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At our 2023 Fall Issues Conference, we officially announced the launch of a new initiative for UU FaithAction NJ—First Fridays Action Hour! Our Action Hour is inspired by and modeled after the successful program of our sibling state action network, UU Justice North Carolina.
Here’s how it will work: UU FaithAction NJ will host a one-hour Zoom meeting on the First Friday of every month, at 12 noon. During that time, we take action together, in real-time! For those who cannot join us at 12pm on Friday, we provide a Google Doc with all necessary instructions.
An action could be almost anything, like making a phone call to key legislators to express your support for a bill. In that example, we’d briefly outline the talking points, provide you with a sample script and then the phone number of the legislators to call. And you’d make the call right there—in real time. Or, maybe the action is writing a letter to the editor about a justice issue. Again, we’d provide the key talking points, some sample language and the contact information and during that zoom meeting, we’d collectively write our letters. Another possibility for an action is that we invite a key coalition partner to guide us in taking an action. The possibilities are almost limitless.
You don’t have to prepare. You don’t have to commit to coming to every single First Friday. This is not a committee, nor a commitment—it is a come-as-you-are-able opportunity!
Can’t join us on a particular Friday, or maybe noon is just never gonna work for your schedule? No problem! The Google Doc will have all the information you need so that you can take the action at a time convenient for you. Not only that— we hope you will share the action with your congregation or community, and our one little pebble can start to produce ripples.

Immigration Justice Task Force monthly call
2024-10-03 20:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Join our monthly Immigration Justice Task Force call, where we share updates, strategize and organize to promote immigration justice in our state.
For the Zoom login information and/or to be added to our task force mailing list, contact Chair Marty Rothfelder (immigration@uufaithaction.org) or Administrator Meera Rao (admin@uufaithaction.org).

Webinar on Trans Justice and Safety for UUs
2024-10-01 20:00 - 21:30 | Transforming Hearts Collective
The Transforming Hearts Collective in partnership with Side with Love, UUSC and Pink Haven Coalition, is offering free webinars for UUs. These webinars will equip attendees to understand the targeted political and legislative attack that trans/nonbinary people are currently facing, gain tools to advocate for trans rights, and ensure that their congregations are welcoming and safe spaces for trans/nonbinary people and our families in this moment.

This webinar is for folks in legislatively protective areas.

If you are unable to attend, but are interested in accessing the information please make sure you register to receive the recording.

Register Today.

Solitary Confinement in NJ
2024-10-01 18:00 | Online
Do New Jersey Prisons still use SOLITARY CONFINEMENT?

Join NJ Prison Justice Watch on October 1 at 6:00pm for the launch of a NEW report: “The State of Solitary in NJ”
Register for the webinar:
www.njpjw.org/2024report

Support Offshore Wind Infrastructure! 🌬️ BPU Hearing & Rally
2024-10-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Local 400, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, 3301 NJ-138, Wall Township, 07719, United States
WHEN: Oct 1st at 5PM
WHERE: Local 400, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
3301 NJ-138, Wall Township, NJ 07719
REGISTER: Attend in-person or online
SUBMIT COMMENTS: Provide written comments by 6PM on Tuesday, October 15.

There is an important hearing the BPU is hosting on the Pre-Build Infrastructure (onshore transmission) on October 1, in Wall Township.
A rally is being held before the meeting.
We have an opportunity to bring folks who are passionate about Clean Energy and Offshore Wind to this meeting AND to restore our narrative about the positive impacts and benefits to offshore wind. where we show all the movement building we’ve done about responsible offshore wind that’s backed up by the amazing work and research our coalition has done.
We can’t stress anymore the urgency of building capacity for this event. This is our chance to get our message out in a big way.
We need folks to bring themselves out, their networks, their volunteers, and everyone in their arsenal. Now’s the time for us to show up for Offshore Wind and Clean Energy to show up even stronger than ever.
It is critical that we show robust support for offshore wind infrastructure!

Rally and Lobby for Clean Energy
2024-09-30 09:30

UU Climate Justice Revival
2024-09-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-28 08:00 - 17:00
On September 28-29, congregations will host UU Climate Justice Revivals to collectively reimagine a spirit-filled and liberatory future. Through conversations, worship, and advocacy, congregations will work together to realize climate justice and collective liberation in our communities. Congregations will receive everything they need to host a revival in their communities, including discussion guides and materials for all ages, training, worship resources, and advocacy actions designed to transform our communities through climate justice. Sign up to host a UU Climate Justice Revival in your congregation today!
Starting July 1, the registration fee is $100! If cost is an issue, please register as a grant-supported congregation for free!

Crossing Borders, Bridging Minds: Exploring the Intersection of Immigration and Mental Health
2024-09-27 12:00 - 13:00
This webinar delves into the intricate relationship between immigration and mental health, exploring the multifaceted challenges faced by immigrants as they navigate new cultural landscapes. Licensed psychotherapist Dr. Christine Coleman will help participants gain insights into the psychological impacts of migration, including stress, trauma, identity crisis, and cultural adaptation. The session will highlight the unique mental health needs of immigrant populations, emphasizing the importance of culturally sensitive support systems and accessible mental health services.
Through a blend of research, case studies, and personal narratives, this webinar aims to foster a deeper understanding of the mental health issues prevalent among immigrants and provide strategies for building supportive communities and effective mental health interventions. Join us as we bridge minds across borders and advocate for the mental well-being of all individuals, regardless of their origin.
After the presentation, there will be an opportunity for Q&A. This webinar will be recorded and posted on our website and YouTube channel after the webinar has ended.

Register

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Christine Coleman is the Founder and CEO of POC Thriving, a private practice specializing in the intersection of mental health and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Coleman holds 15 years of clinical training, predominantly in service to marginalized communities. Dr. Coleman’s current practice prioritizes the psychological and emotional well-being of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) professionals. Dr. Coleman also supports companies and organizations with mental health, inclusivity, and belonging initiatives so they can better prioritize the psychological well-being and retention of employees, particularly those of color. Dr. Coleman has trained leading companies like Pinterest, Business Wire, Coursera, Udemy, Mulesoft by Salesforce, and the Major League Baseball Network. Dr. Coleman has been a featured contributor to prestigious media outlets including Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Vogue, MSN, and Huffington Post. Dr. Coleman is an internationally recognized speaker and has spoken at Yale’s Mental Health Conference, UC Berkeley’s Women of Color Conference, the American College Health Association (ACHA), and more.
Dr. Coleman received the University of San Francisco’s “Living the Mission” award for her dedication to serving women and girls. Dr. Coleman is the Founder and Executive Director of Sol Sisters Inc., a nonprofit with a mission to help women overcome societal barriers by providing educational and empowering experiences that promote personal and professional evolution.
Dr. Coleman holds a B.S. in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, a license to practice Marriage and Family Therapy in California, and a Ph.D in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern University.

UPLIFT Trans/Non-Binary Gathering
2024-09-24 20:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Register to Attend
UPLIFT Gatherings
Fourth Tuesdays September-June
1.5 hours starting at 8 Eastern Time/7 Central Time/6 Mountain Time/5 Pacific Time
Join the UPLIFT monthly gatherings for trans, nonbinary, and other not-entirely-or-at-all-cis UUs and friends of UUism. Join us to connect with other trans/nonbinary+ UUs and co-create support and community across our faith. All you need to bring is yourself (and other trans/nonbinary friends, if you’d like)! Non-UUs are welcome if they are OK with being in a UU-focused community (we won’t proselytize). If you are interested in this space, and you aren’t (entirely or at all) cisgender, it’s a space for you.
What do we do during the gatherings? They are a cozy community space where we connect with each other with games and breakout groups, share ideas and stories on all kinds of topics, listen to music and poetry (often by trans/nonbinary+ creators), and much more!
This is a drop-in space, where folks can come and go as works best for them, and where people can join us at any time. You can be a regular or someone new, someone who’s been curious for a while but hasn’t yet checked us out, somebody who is rejoining after time away, and all other ways of relating to this space! You are welcome here, and you are loved.
Check out our covenant if you’re wondering more about how we are in community together.
All-Ages Community
This space is intentionally multi-generational. It is open to and welcoming of trans/nonbinary elders as well as children, youth, and young adults. Standard UUA online safety measures apply to ensure all people under 18 are able to attend. We’re glad to have you here!
Accessibility Information
Closed captioning will be available, and any common chat content will also be spoken aloud. Please be mindful of processing and communication access, and speak one at a time. The meeting will not be recorded, and participation, as well as what is shared, will be confidential. There is no requirement to appear on video or to otherwise maintain “conventional” appearances. Any additional accessibility needs? Let us know by emailing lgbtq@uua.org or aballou@uua.org! We’ll do our best to ensure you can fully access the space.
Registration
To attend the next gathering and join the community, REGISTER TODAY.

Reproductive Justice Task Force Monthly Call
2024-09-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
The monthly conference call to update and strategize around reproductive justice and rights in New Jersey. Join us monthly on the fourth Monday, 7-8 PM.
For Zoom invitation and agenda, please email reprojustice@uufaithaction.org attn. Carol Loscalzo, Task Force Chair.
Carol A. Loscalzo (The Unitarian Society of Ridgewood) is Task Force Chair. For more information on reproductive justice, please email reprojustice@uufaithaction.org attn. Carol Loscalzo.
For general inquiries about our Task Forces, email admin@uufaithaction.org.

NJ Abolition Workshop
2024-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | The HUUB, 35 & 47 Cleveland St, Orange, NJ, 07050, United States
Event info and registration at https://isyourlifebetter.net/nj-abolition-workshops/

All workshop sessions will be free for participants. We will only request that everyone who attends, come with both the intention to learn and the willingness to share with others. The greater goal for this program is to promote an “Each One Teach One” strategy. We hope attendees will bring the knowledge they gain from the workshops back to their organizations and communities. Workshops will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of odd numbered months, and the 4th Tuesday of even numbered months.
Please direct all questions and inquiries to: isyourlifebetter@gmail.com.
Space for the in-person participation is very limited, but we encourage all who can attend in person to do so! We are asking that potential participants register in advance, being sure to register for either the virtual option OR the in-person option. Both links can be found below.
To register to join workshops in person, please register with this form: https://forms.gle/WxvFjbVn4vpJi5vh9
To register to join workshops virtually, please register with this form: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMscOquqzwiG9xWXMFD-CgLLCJbWaCwx8KR
NJ Abolition Workshop details
Dates – 3rd Tuesday (odd months) and 4th Tuesday (even months)

January 16 (Abolition 101 – an introduction)
February 27 (Cop Cities and the Police State)
March 19
April 23
May 21
June 25
July 16
August 27
September 17
October 22
November 19
December TBD

List of additional possible topics (in no particular order):

Climate and Environmental effects
Incarceration and the Prison Industrial Complex
Copaganda and Media Complicity
Mental Health
Gentrification/Displacement
Policing Common Areas
School to Prison pipeline
The role of child/family services in the carceral state
“Crime” and creating criminals
Post incarceration

Crossing Borders, Bridging Minds: Exploring the Intersection of Immigration and Mental Healt
2024-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 | REGISTER HERE
NAMI NJ is committed to serving NJ’s diverse communities and is hosting a webinar as part of the NAMI NJ Multicultural Conversations Series. Our four multicultural programs (serving African American, Hispanic/Latinx, South Asian, and Chinese American communities) will help facilitate meaningful, culturally-sensitive dialogues on various mental wellness topics.

Crossing Borders, Bridging Minds: Exploring the Intersection of Immigration and Mental Health
Friday, September 27, 2024
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
This webinar delves into the intricate relationship between immigration and mental health, exploring the multifaceted challenges faced by immigrants as they navigate new cultural landscapes. Licensed psychotherapist Dr. Christine Coleman will help participants gain insights into the psychological impacts of migration, including stress, trauma, identity crisis, and cultural adaptation. The session will highlight the unique mental health needs of immigrant populations, emphasizing the importance of culturally sensitive support systems and accessible mental health services.
Through a blend of research, case studies, and personal narratives, this webinar aims to foster a deeper understanding of the mental health issues prevalent among immigrants and provide strategies for building supportive communities and effective mental health interventions. Join us as we bridge minds across borders and advocate for the mental well-being of all individuals, regardless of their origin.
After the presentation, there will be an opportunity for Q&A. This webinar will be recorded and posted on our website and YouTube channel after the webinar has ended.

Register

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Christine Coleman is the Founder and CEO of POC Thriving, a private practice specializing in the intersection of mental health and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Coleman holds 15 years of clinical training, predominantly in service to marginalized communities. Dr. Coleman’s current practice prioritizes the psychological and emotional well-being of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) professionals. Dr. Coleman also supports companies and organizations with mental health, inclusivity, and belonging initiatives so they can better prioritize the psychological well-being and retention of employees, particularly those of color. Dr. Coleman has trained leading companies like Pinterest, Business Wire, Coursera, Udemy, Mulesoft by Salesforce, and the Major League Baseball Network. Dr. Coleman has been a featured contributor to prestigious media outlets including Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Vogue, MSN, and Huffington Post. Dr. Coleman is an internationally recognized speaker and has spoken at Yale’s Mental Health Conference, UC Berkeley’s Women of Color Conference, the American College Health Association (ACHA), and more.
Dr. Coleman received the University of San Francisco’s “Living the Mission” award for her dedication to serving women and girls. Dr. Coleman is the Founder and Executive Director of Sol Sisters Inc., a nonprofit with a mission to help women overcome societal barriers by providing educational and empowering experiences that promote personal and professional evolution.
Dr. Coleman holds a B.S. in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, a license to practice Marriage and Family Therapy in California, and a Ph.D in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern University.

Webinar on Trans Justice and Safety for UUs
2024-09-16 20:00 - 21:30
The Transforming Hearts Collective in partnership with Side with Love, UUSC and Pink Haven Coalition, is offering free webinars for UUs. These webinars will equip attendees to understand the targeted political and legislative attack that trans/nonbinary people are currently facing, gain tools to advocate for trans rights, and ensure that their congregations are welcoming and safe spaces for trans/nonbinary people and our families in this moment.

This webinar is for those in legislatively hostile areas.

Register Today.

If you are unable to attend, but are interested in accessing the information please make sure you register to receive the recording.

Criminal Justice Reform Monthly Conference Call
2024-09-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us on the third Monday of the month from 7–8 PM for our UU statewide Criminal Justice Reform call, where we strategize around issues like racial justice, mass incarceration, prison conditions and more.
For the Zoom or phone dial-up information to join the call, and/or to get on the email list for upcoming meetings and events, please contact admin@uufaithaction.org.

Activist Training Program
2024-09-12 18:00 | League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is excited to share the upcoming Activist Training Program fall schedule with you!

At a Glance: Fall 2024 Activist Training Program Schedule

Crafting Testimony and Public Comments | 9/12/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP
How to be a One Person GOTV Machine! | 10/7/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP
Election Protection: Know Your Rights | 10/23/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP
Building Power: You Count | 11/12/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP

Rapid Response & Grassroots Mobilization | 12/4/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP

UUFANJ Board Meeting
2024-09-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Zoom
Members/supporters of UU FaithAction NJ are welcome to attend our monthly all-volunteer Board meetings. To access online meetings (all meetings from March 2020 onward will be conducted online) via the Zoom conferencing platform, please contact Board President Mia Morse, at mia.morse19@gmail.com, and request the Zoom login code. You must give at least 48 hours notice to request the code to allow our volunteer board members enough time to reply.
In the event you do not hear back with 48 hours notice, please contact Executive Director Charles Loflin, at execdir@uufaithaction.org or at (908) 376-6535.
As per our bylaws, the board leadership reserves the right to call an executive session of the board to discuss matters not appropriate for a more public conversation.

UU The Vote - taking action in Philly
2024-09-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-06 00:00
Join UU the Vote, UU Justice PA, Philadelphia-area UU congregations and local organizing partners as we build a bench of UUs taking action in Philly together.
We will gather on Sept 6 Friday evening for a conversation about the current political landscape including Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt in conversation with representatives from local grassroots organizations.
On Saturday morning we will have breakfast, a quick canvass training and hit the doors talking to voters.
If you are not locally based but willing to travel, let us know below. We cannot guarantee housing but will communicate with you what we are able to do as soon as we can.
RSVP if you are interested in joining us by filling in the google form
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&ik=a6d173657f&view=lg&permmsgid=msg-f:1807404411243001821
