Community Event
Justice for Janitors: Digital History
Justice for Janitors changed the lives of thousands of people. Since 2010, Georgetown has been collecting the stories of DC Justice for Janitors—union activists, politicians, employers, community leaders, and janitors themselves. On April 29, they will launch “Justice for Janitors DC: A Digital History Project.” The presentation will be from 1pm-5pm in Lohrfink Auditorium at Georgetown University. The reception will be from 5pm-7pm on Leavey Esplanade with food and drinks provided. For more information please contact Nick Wertsch at nmw9@georgetown.edu.
Immigration Forum
Join APALA-DC, NAPAWF-DC, and NQAPIA on Thursday, April 25th for a conversation about comprehensive immigration reform and what it means for those whose needs and voices have been largely marginalized by the dominant national conversation- including temporary workers, LGBTQ Asian immigrants, and immigrant survivors of violence. Hear the latest on the immigration reform debate locally and nationally, share your own stories, and find out how you can advocate for immigrants’ rights in your community. Refreshments will be provided.
To RSVP, please click here.
DIALOGUE TO REDUCE GUN VIOLENCE
Memorial for Elissa Froman
Elissa passed away on March 22, 2013, but her impact on her community will live on in the hearts and minds of her friends, family, and colleagues. Please join us for a short memorial to commemorate her incredible life and her contributions to the world. All are welcome.
Communities in Focus: Celebrating 9yrs of the Language Access Act
Come out and celebrate DC language access month with Many Languages One Voice. There will be awards and oral histories. Special guests include Mayor Vincent Gray and Deputy Mayor Beatriz Otero.
March for Immigrant Rights
March for Immigrant Rights and tell Frank Wolf to support a pathway to Citizenship for all of us.
The time has come for all Immigrants to be valued equally under the law!
The Dream of Immigration Reform may become a reality.
But we have to act!
Join us as we march for immigration reform and immigrant rights!
Program
5:30pm - Cultural Performances
6:00pm - Rally for Reform
6:30pm - March to Rep. Wolf's Office
7:00pm - Gather at Rep. Wolf's Office
Contact Noah Feldman - 703.851.0616 / nfeldman@virginianewmajority.org
National Conference Call to Discuss Immigration Bill
A bipartisan group of eight Senators will soon be introducing legislation to reform our country's broken immigration system. As we anxiously await introduction of the bill, please mark your calendars to join experts from HIAS and the We Were Strangers, Too: Jewish Campaign for Immigration Reform for a national conference call.
Give Walmart Workers in the DMV the Hours They Need to Survive
In January Walmart's CEO announced changes to provide more transparency in scheduling and offer part time workers the opportunity to get the hours they so desperately need. Unfortunately, workers report that three months later Walmart has yet to make good on its promise to change.The result has been understaffed and under stocked stores, as reported recently by the New York Times and others.
Join community and faith leaders, supporters, and OUR Walmart members as we call on Walmart to make changes so associates can get the hours they need.
Historic Preservation 101/201
Join the DC Preservation, Dc Real Estate Commission and District of Columbia of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers for educational sessions that examine historic preservation in Washington, DC.
Historic Preservation 101 provides a brief history of the historic preservation movement in Washington, advice on how to navigate the historic district requirements, tips on historic preservation funding and the value of facade easements.
Historic Preservation 201 delves deeper in to the process of designating historic landmarks and districts, renovation of historic property, the historic preservation review process and integration historic resources with new construction.
No Cost 3-Hour Continuing Education Credit Available to DC Real Estate Licenseesand DC Real Estate Appraiser Licensee
$60 for Non-Licensees
Shaping Southwest: Understanding the Past and Envisioning the Future (Lecture 2)
In Cooperation with the Southwest Neighborhood Assembly Inc.
Recent years have brought significant changes to the neighborhood of Southwest Washington, and more change is on the horizon. Speakers from the Historic Preservation Office will emphasize the role of preservation and adaptive reuse while those from the architectural community and the office of Planning will propose new visions for the neighborhood. Discussion of the planning process and the mechanisms that manage this change will also be highlighted. A panel discussion will follow to evaluate the evening's presentations.
$10 for DCPL Members and SW Residents
$20 for Non-Members/Residents
