NJ Reparations Council 1st Public Sessions
2023-09-26 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Join us as the History of Slavery in New Jersey Committee of the New Jersey Reparations Council holds its first public session.
Date & Time:
Sep 26, 2023
6:00 PM
Anybody can watch the session on the Institute’s YouTube page. People who want to provide live public comment at the event must register at the Zoom link. Those names will be given to Committee Directors who will call on as many registrants as possible. There is also an option to submit comments in several forms, without a length limit, via the NJRC website.
If you’d like to share commentary live, sign up here: bit.ly/NJRCPublicSession1
If you’d rather submit commentary, go to: bit.ly/NJRCPublicComment
If you prefer to watch the session live but not participate, watch on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dosocialjustice
New Jersey Reparations Council website: njreparationscouncil.org/
We look forward to the beginning of this historic journey for racial justice in New Jersey.

UPLIFT Trans/Non-Binary Gathering
2023-09-26 20:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-24 20:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
UPLIFT
Monthly Trans/Non-Binary Gathering Space
Join the UPLIFT monthly gatherings for trans, nonbinary, and other not-entirely-or-at-all-cis UUs. 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)!
These gatherings focus on getting to know each other and on sharing our collective dreams, ideas, and talents for this space. Expansive definitions of trans, nonbinary, and UU all apply. Non-UUs are welcome if they are OK with being in a UU-focused community. If you are interested in this space, and you aren’t (entirely or at all) cisgender, it’s a space for you.
Register to Attend

NOTE: 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 Notes: 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. 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.

To Register as a Child/Youth: Children 13 or younger: please bring with you a parent/guardian, or a trusted adult who is approved by your parent/guardian (it is OK if that parent/guardian/other adult is not trans/nonbinary). Please have your parent/guardian send an email to aballou@uua.org to let us know who will be coming with you.
Youth (ages 14+ up to bridging out of high-school-age Youth Group): please fill out (and have parents/guardians sign) the permission form on the UUA webpage for youth drop-in spaces.
If you’d like to chat directly about this event, please contact Adrian Ballou at aballou@uua.org.

For more information contact lgbtq@uua.org.
Register to Attend

Guest Pulpit: Rev. Charles Loflin
2023-10-01 10:30 | Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Rd, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Rev. Charles Loflin, Executive Director of UU FaithAction NJ, will be a guest in the pulpit at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton on October 1st .
This I Know, Rev. Charles Loflin, Executive Director of UU Faith Action, NJ
What do you know for certain? How can you know it’s true? What do our collective answers to those questions say about the Unitarian Universalist faith and the work of social justice of UU FaithAction NJ?
In Person and On Zoom

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Ordination of Kevin Alan Mann
2023-10-01 19:00 | First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 165, 14 St, Oakland, CA, United States
The ordination will take place on the first day of Filipino American History Month and will feature an ALL ASIAN AMERICAN Unitarian Universalist team of worship leaders with Rev Jonipher Kwong leading the service, the Rev Leslie Takahashi preaching, the generosity ask from Rev Arman Pedro, Administrator of the UU Church of the Philippines, with support from Asian American ministers Rev Joseph Santos-Lyons, Rev Cathy Chang, Rev Joan Javier-Duval, Rev Micah Ma and Rev Sangye Hawke. Music will be provided by Evelie Delfino Såles Posch with Tech support from Zach Gamble.
It is the honor of my life to be ordained by the faith I’ve called my spiritual home for the past 20 years. Our DRUUMM Family and mentorship from BIPOC ministers have been critical for sustaining me in this faith for so long. I would not be here today without each of you! I sang Mahal ~ One Love! Salamat Po! Thank you family and friends ~ See you soon!

Please Register @ bit.ly/uurevkev

Free Workshop : Helping Youth THRIVE - Teaching Sex Ed in NJ
2023-10-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Rutgers University, Cook Student Center Multipurpose Room 58 Biel Road, New Brunswick NJ, 08901
Join the leading experts in Sex Education in New Jersey as the THRIVE NJ Coalition proudly presents: “Helping Youth THRIVE: Teaching Sex Ed in NJ” – A FREE WORKSHOP on Wednesday, Oct 4, 2023 at Rutgers University, New Brunswick. 8:30am – 2:00pm. Breakfast and Lunch included. Certificates of participation will be awarded for attendees who stay until 2:00pm.

Registration deadline is Fri, September 21st.

This event has limited seating so we may not be able to accommodate all registrants. Registrants will be accepted in the order they are received. Additional information about parking and event location will be provided to you prior to the conference.

This event is made possible through a grant partnership between Cherry Hill Women’s Center, National Council of Jewish Women of Essex County, Planned Parenthood and the National Institute for Reproductive Health.

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What the Montana Victory Means for the Nation
2023-10-04 15:00 - 16:15 | Zoom
The Held v. Montana case set a huge precedent, affirming Montanan’s constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment. For the first time ever, it declared that their fundamental right also includes the right to a safe and stable climate.
What other states have constitutional Green Amendments or are seeking to achieve them? Are there other victories based on Green Amendments that protect our environment and environmental rights?
Join us on October 4 at 3pm EST to hear from leading environmental minds on how Held v. Montana and Green Amendments intersect to provide unparalleled protections for present and future generations.
REGISTER HERE

Gov Murphy: Issue a Stop Work Order Now! Rally with us in West Milford
2023-10-04 17:30 | West Milford Town Hall, 1480 Union Valley Road, West Milford, 07480, United States
Start: Wednesday, October 04, 2023 • 5:30 PM
Location: West Milford Town Hall •1480 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480 US
Host Contact Info: rballessio@gmail.com
Please consider going this Wednesday to beautiful West Milford where we will hold a rally. We’ll call on Gov. Murphy to issue a total stop work order for the ongoing illegal construction activity on the West Milford compressor station. Again, we’ll call on the Governor and Department of Environmental Protection to REJECT this project which could pollute the drinking water for nearly 4 million residents, pollute the land and air, and intensify climate impacts.
Last month, the NJ Superior Court ruled that the Department of Environmental Protection should not have issued a Highlands Act exemption to Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) to build its massive East 300 pipeline expansion project in the Highlands Preservation Area.
This watershed decision comes after years of organizing from residents and activists across the region who have been fighting plans for this massive pipeline expansion project in NJ. Despite this ruling, Governor Murphy’s DEP has not yet issued a stop work order for the ongoing illegal construction activity on the West Milford compressor station.
For more information, visit: https://actionnetwork.org/events/gov-murphy-issue-a-stop-work-order-now-rally-with-us-in-west-milford/

Garden State Equality Walk
2023-10-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair

UUFA NJ Board Meeting
2023-10-10 19:30 - 21:00
UUFANJ Board Meeting

October 10 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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.

Understanding the Needs of LGBTQIA+ Youth
2023-10-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
New Jersey has been at the forefront of fostering equality for its LGBTQIA+ young people, including strong protections in the NJ Law Against Discrimination, incorporation of LGBTQIA+ content in school curricula, and the extension of rights for transgender people. Yet LGBTQIA+ youth remain at disproportionate risk for bullying, harassment, homelessness, suicide, and involvement in the foster care and law enforcement systems. This interactive training will introduce participants to the varied identities and experiences of LGBTQIA+ youth, explore the types of bias and discrimination they face, and offer strategies for protecting their rights in various settings.
Register for October 11 from 9:30am-11:30am

DCR Anti-Discrimination Trainings
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) offers trainings aimed at preventing and addressing discrimination through its Education and Training Unit. These interactive sessions educate participants about their rights and responsibilities under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, the New Jersey Family Leave Act, the Fair Chance in Housing Act as well as raise awareness about current anti-bias issues.
All trainings are currently being offered for FREE to the public.

Winds of Change - Virtual Documentary
2023-10-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Sign-up HERE: https://www.mobilize.us/njlcv/event/582111/
Here’s your chance to learn more actual facts about Off Shore Wind in New Jersey with a soon to be released documentary by our partners at League of Conservation Voters and co-sponsored by UU FaithAction
Sign-up HERE: https://www.mobilize.us/njlcv/event/582111/

Winds of Change Documentary Screening
2023-10-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
Time
Wednesday, October 11
6 – 7:30pm EDT
Location
Virtual event
Join from anywhere
Register here: https://www.mobilize.us/njlcv/event/582111/
About this event
Join us for a captivating virtual film screening of “Winds of Change,” on October 11th from 6pm-7:30pm. This is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the potential impact and benefits of Offshore Wind farms in the state of New Jersey.
This groundbreaking audiovisual masterpiece aims to bridge the communication divide between developers and our local communities, shedding light on the transformative power of renewable energy. After the screening, there will be Q&A discussion with our distinguished panelists: Capt. Paul Eidman, Sunni Vargas, and Dr. Pankaj Lal.
This event promises an enlightening exploration of the potential environmental, social, and technological transformations that Offshore Wind energy can bring to New Jersey. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with experts, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the Winds of Change. Bring along family and friends, reserve your virtual seat today!
Event cosponsors
The NJ Chapter of the Sierra Club, Unitarian Universalist Faith Action NJ, Pinelands Preservation Alliance, New Jersey Environmental Lobby, National Wildlife Federation, Environmental Education Fund, New Jersey Sustainable Business Council
Register here: https://www.mobilize.us/njlcv/event/582111/

UPLIFT Trans/Nonbinary+ Pastoral Care Small Group
2023-10-13 20:00 - 21:00
What is pastoral care, exactly? Pastoral care is support with navigating life—big and small things, joys and hardships and all those mixed together. It’s not therapy, but a way for us to be in community together, supporting each other. This is a space to share the hard stuff and to hold the hard stuff that others are navigating in their lives. To read more about pastoral care and find some resources to locate pastoral care, check out this post by UU Youth Ministry.
During our time together, our lead chaplain/facilitators will share opening and closing words, and in between, there is time for everyone to share what’s on their heards, and receive what others are sharing about their own lives. It’s a supportive, judgment-free place to connect with other trans/nonbinary+ people.
Registration
Join our pastoral care community–register here!
This year, the pastoral space is for adults only. If you’re a child or a youth and you’d like to have a space to talk about the hard stuff, let us know by registering for the pastoral space and putting a note in the comments. When we have enough children and youth registered, we’ll plan for opening additional spaces for different ages. And stay tuned for additional opportunities for children and youth to connect—we’re working on this!
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. 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.
Who is this space for?
This is a closed event specifically for trans/nonbinary+ people. Anyone who is trans, nonbinary, metagender, multigender, genderfluid, agender, demigender, genderqueer, and otherwise not wholly or entirely cis is welcome to attend.
You do not have to be UU to attend, as long as you are comfortable with this space having a UU flavor/focus.
This pastoral small group is for ages 18 and older. Note: anyone who is a legal adult but is enrolled in high school and/or their congregation’s youth group is asked to attend the youth space.

For more information contact lgbtq@uua.org.

Humanitas Meeting
2023-10-14 15:00 | Online
The Africana Ethical Society meeting on Saturday, October 14, 2023, 3:00 PM Eastern will be a discussion on:
“Colonialism and the Doctrine of Discovery in Africa and Beyond” by Dr. Kole Ade-Odutola
Dr Kole Ade-Odutola is a Nigerian Yoruba poet, photographer, and academic. He has published several books of poetry, including The Poet Bled and The Poet Fled. He was critical in the founding of the Coalition of Nigerian Artists (CONA), which advocates the Nigerian government for better visibility of the arts.
In our usual follow-up discussion, we welcome the exchange of ideas. Your presence, thoughts, and perspectives are of the utmost importance.
HUMANITAS: The Africana Ethical Society is a naturalistic organization committed to deconstructing metaphysical and pseudo-scientific misconceptions regarding the human experience and affirming that humanistic ethical values can be found in Africana traditions and the struggles of Africana peoples.
J Everet Green is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
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Topic: Colonialism and the Doctrine of Discovery in Africa and Beyond
Time: Oct 14, 2023 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Rev. Charles Guest Pulpit at UUOCC
2023-10-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center, 431 US Highway 9 at Church Lane, Lanoka Harbor,, NJ, NJ 08734-0246, United States
Rev. Charles Loflin, Executive Director of UU FaithAction NJ, will be a guest in the pulpit at Unitarian Universalist Ocean County Congregation on October 15th.
Please check their calendar for details on each week’s schedule.
Sunday Services at 10:30 AM ​at Murray Grove:
Murray Grove
431 Route 9 (N. Main Street)
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
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LGBTQ+ Intersectional Allyship Development
2023-10-15 11:30 - 14:00 | UU Congregation of Montclair, United States
Sunday, October 15, 2023, in the Peierls Room
Lunch: 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM
Training: 12:15 to 2:00 PM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Come explore what it means to be an ally during this time of urgent need within the LGBTQ+ Community on Sunday, October 15, 2023 in the Peierls Room. The training will be facilitated by Jahmila Smith from Garden State Equality. Lunch will be served from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM with the Training to follow from 12:15 to 2:00 PM.
We will learn information about trans and non-binary identities, the state of trans and non-binary rights and infringements on these rights in NJ, how to handle different scenarios of oppression as an ally, and more.
Before attending this event, we ask that everyone please read this document, which provides some basic terms and information that will be helpful to be familiar with before the training.
If you have any questions you would like answered for the training, please submit them to outfront@uumontclair.org and put “Oct 15th question” in the subject line.
This event is sponsored by Out Front, the Social Justice Coordinating Team, Undoing Racism, Allies for Racial Equity, and the Mental Health Task Force.

Criminal Justice Reform Monthly Conference Call
2023-10-16 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.

Affirming LGBTQIA+ Identities in School
2023-10-17 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
This training explores the ways in which LGBTQIA+ people are silenced in school life, and examines strategies for fostering greater visibility and affirmation of LGBTQIA+ people and topics at K-12 schools. Through interactive exercises, video and audio clips, and large and small group discussion, participants will deepen their understanding of LGBTQIA+ identities and terminology, identify ways to respond effectively when anti-LGBTQIA+ bias is expressed, and integrate LGBTQIA+ content into instruction. Participants will also learn about how the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination protects the rights of LGBTQIA+ students.
Register: October 17, 2023 – 9:30am-11:30am

DCR Anti-Discrimination Trainings
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) offers trainings aimed at preventing and addressing discrimination through its Education and Training Unit. These interactive sessions educate participants about their rights and responsibilities under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, the New Jersey Family Leave Act, the Fair Chance in Housing Act as well as raise awareness about current anti-bias issues.
All trainings are currently being offered for FREE to the public.

Reparations Task Force Monthly Call
2023-10-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
The Reparations Task Force convenes monthly, for Unitarian Universalists to strategize around advancing reparations for New Jersey. Newcomers are warmly welcome!
Read and sign the petition.
For more info and to join the call, contact Task Force Chairs Rohn Hein (reparations@uufaithaction.org) or administrator Emily Parker (admin@uufaithaction.org).

Environmental Justice Task Force monthly call
2023-10-18 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).

Online Reparations Forum
2023-10-19 19:00 | UU Church in Cherry Hill, 401 N Kings Highway, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, 08034
New Jersey was one of the first states to put anti-discrimination laws into their state constitution. Why then, is New Jersey one of the most segregated states in the nation when it comes to schools and housing? Why is the wealth gap among races so wide?
Find out by participating in our Fall Forum on October 19, 2023, at 7PM on Zoom.
Our speakers will be Dr. Walter Greason, Macalester College, who was a speaker with us earlier this year and Jean-Pierre Brutus, Senior Counsel at the New Jersey Institute of Social Justice.
For more information, please email reparations@uucch.org.

Click here to register

Want to find out more about the topic?
New Jersey Institute of Social Justice (NJISJ) The Two New Jerseys by the Numbers Data Brief – brochure
NJISJ Say the Word: Reparations in New Jersey – 3 minute video
The Black Reparations Project: A Handbook for Racial Justice by William Darity (Editor), A. Kirsten Mullen(Editor) and Lucas Hubbard(Editor)
IIImatic Consequences: The Clapback to Opponents of Critical Race Theory by Walter Greason (Editor), Danian Darrell Jerry (Edito), Stacey Robinson (Contributor)
For more information on the Unitarian Universalist Church in Cherry Hill, please check out our website at uucch.org

FaithAction Fall Issues Conference
2023-10-21 10:00 - 14:30 | UU Church in Cherry Hill, 401 N Kings Highway, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, 08034
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Advance Justice in NJ! Be a part of our Fall Issues Conference on October 21st!
Our UU FaithAction NJ 2023 Fall Issues Conference will be on Saturday, October 21st. This will be a multi-platform event, at the UU Church in Cherry Hill and online.
Register Here
Learn about the current work of our five task forces, and be a part of the conversation as we set our priorities and strategy for the coming year. The Issues Conference is also an opportunity to connect with UU justice-makers from across the state!
Our annual Issues Conference is free and open to the public, and all New Jersey UUs are encouraged to attend!
We hope you will join us as we prepare for a new year of education, advocacy and mobilization in the Garden State.

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Reproductive Justice Task Force Monthly Call
2023-10-23 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.

Navigating the Language of Diversity
2023-10-25 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
A study by the organization, More in Common, shows that 80 percent of Americans believe “political correctness is a problem in our country.” Many people feel cynical about what they feel are the excesses of “wokeness” and “cancel culture.” Yet bias incidents are on the rise in many communities, and talking about issues related to diversity is more important than ever. In this training, participants will explore current research on inclusive language and why it is an important part of dismantling bias. Through interactive exercises, participants will unpack current terminology related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and practice strategies for using the “language of diversity” in ways that promote understanding rather than division.
Register for October 25 from 9:30am-11:30am

DCR Anti-Discrimination Trainings
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) offers trainings aimed at preventing and addressing discrimination through its Education and Training Unit. These interactive sessions educate participants about their rights and responsibilities under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, the New Jersey Family Leave Act, the Fair Chance in Housing Act as well as raise awareness about current anti-bias issues.
All trainings are currently being offered for FREE to the public.

Understanding Implicit Bias
2023-10-26 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
This interactive, virtual training will introduce participants to the concept of implicit bias. Participants will consider how implicit bias manifests in our interactions with others and explore strategies for addressing implicit bias in ourselves and in the workplace. Participants will also learn about how the NJ Law Against Discrimination protects individuals from discrimination and bias-based harassment in the workplace.
Register for October 26 from 9:30am-12:30pm

DCR Anti-Discrimination Trainings
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) offers trainings aimed at preventing and addressing discrimination through its Education and Training Unit. These interactive sessions educate participants about their rights and responsibilities under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, the New Jersey Family Leave Act, the Fair Chance in Housing Act as well as raise awareness about current anti-bias issues.
All trainings are currently being offered for FREE to the public.

"From Rhetoric to Reality: Green Amendments as a New Path for Environmental Protection"
2023-10-26 19:00 - 20:15 | UU Church at Washington Crossing, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd., Titusville, 08560
“From Rhetoric to Reality: Green Amendments as a New Path for Environmental Protection”
with Maya K. van Rossum
Thursday, October 26th
@ 7 PM
Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing
268 Washington Crossing PE Rd
Titusville, NJ 08560
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3959677233
If you have been curious about “the Green Amendment”, here’s the perfect opportunity to learn about it:
Maya K. van Rossum, the Delaware Riverkeeper, founder of the Green Amendment for the Generations Movement and author of The Green Amendment, The People’s Fight For A Clean, Safe & Healthy Environment, will present a talk on Thurs. October 26th at 7 pm in the UUCWC Sanctuary.
Hosted by the Earth & Climate Ministry, the event will include opportunities to buy her book, enjoy refreshments, and ask questions about such an amendment in NJ and PA.
The presentation will also be accessible by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3959677233
For more information email : earthministry@uucwc.org.

Recognizing and Responding to Microaggressions
2023-10-31 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
Recently there has been much discussion about microaggressions, the subtle acts of exclusion that many people routinely experience. This interactive, virtual training will explore the ways that implicit bias – including microaggressions – manifest in our lives and impact our relationships with others. Through case studies and discussion, participants will deepen their understanding of implicit bias, learn how to identify microaggressions, and investigate strategies for responding effectively to microaggressions that they experience and commit. Participants will also learn about the NJ Law Against Discrimination and how microaggressions can contribute to a hostile work or school environment.
Register for October 31 from 9:30am-11:30am

DCR Anti-Discrimination Trainings
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) offers trainings aimed at preventing and addressing discrimination through its Education and Training Unit. These interactive sessions educate participants about their rights and responsibilities under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, the New Jersey Family Leave Act, the Fair Chance in Housing Act as well as raise awareness about current anti-bias issues.
All trainings are currently being offered for FREE to the public.

"No One Walks Alone" A documentary about clinic escorts in NJ.
2023-11-02 19:00 | Zoom

Immigration Justice Task Force monthly call
2023-11-02 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 Ted Fetter (immigration@uufaithaction.org) or Administrator Meera Rao (admin@uufaithaction.org).
