Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (CARW) August Public Meeting
Featuring: Panel discussion hosted by El Comité
IMPORTANT: THE MEETING WILL NOT BE AT THE CASCADE PEOPLE’S CENTER!!!
The August CARW meeting this Wednesday will be held at Solid Ground in Wallingford, NOT at Cascade People’s Center.
Address: 1501 North 45th Street, Seattle, WA 98103-6708. The 44 and 16 Metro bus lines both go directly to Solid Ground’s headquarters building. Click here for driving directions.
We’re excited to announce that the educational part of this month’s CARW meeting will consist of a panel discussion hosted by El Comité Pro-Reforma Migratoria y Justicia Social (The Committee for Immigration Reform and Social Justice) about past and present struggles for immigrant rights. Local leaders in the immigrant rights movement will share their experiences as immigrant organizers in the context of a national movement for immigration reform that is gaining momentum and strength.
As described by El Comité, panelists will include Jorge Quiroga, former refugee from Argentina, internationalist at heart, tortured and imprisoned for his beliefs; Sandra Aguila, Salvadoran refugee, a fighter and champion of the working class; Antonio Flores, P’urepecha nation member and organizer, Gaby Cubillos, community organizer and ex-detainee from the Tacoma Detention Center, and Juan Jose “Pepe” Colmenares, a dedicated fighter for worker’s rights, newly released from the Tacoma Detention Center. The panel will be moderated by Juan Jose Bocanegra, long-time local leader in the struggle for immigrant and worker’s rights.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
6:00 pm Potluck
6:30 to 9:00 pm Meeting
New Location: Solid Ground (1501 North 45th Street, Seattle, WA 98103)
On-site, in-room childcare will be available. If you have any questions please contact Organizing Collective member Sean O’Neil at (oneilltsean at gmail dot com)
Whether you are currently active in CARW or just wanting to learn more about how to be an anti-racist white ally, please join us! Our regular public meetings are typically held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, so you can mark your calendar for the year.
Each meeting will start with an optional potluck, followed by a brief introduction/opening and then a community- and analysis-building educational activity or discussion. There will be a different topic each month. After a short break, the rest of the meeting will be time for people involved in CARW projects to meet with their teams, make plans, and share important information with the larger group. We have a lot of important ally work happening supporting people of color-led organizations for 2010, so come get involved!
See you there!
CARW Organizing Collective
carw.org
TODOS SOMOS ARIZONA!
Hey CARW – Check out this upcoming event organized by Casa Latina:
CARW monthly meeting tomorrow!
Please join CARW this Wednesday, July 14, for our monthly public meeting!
This month, the first half of the meeting will focus on the US Social Forum. We’ll hear from CARW members who attended the USSF, learn about the history of Social Forums, and hear about US for All of Us, a national anti-racist white network. The second half of our meeting will be devoted to organizing & reflecting in our ongoing ally group projects. We will have a Q&A session for newcomers during this time and at the end there will be many great opportunities to get involved. We hope to see you there!
CARW Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, July 14th
6:00 – 6:30 Optional Potluck
6:30 – 9:00 Meeting
Cascade People’s Center (309 Pontius Avenue North / Seattle, WA 98109)
CARW Organizing Collective
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More Details:
Whether you are currently active in the Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (CARW) or just wanting to learn more about how to be an anti-racist white ally, please join us! Our regular public meetings are typically held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Cascade People’s Center, so you can mark your calendar for the year.
Each meeting will start with an optional potluck, followed by a brief introduction/opening and then a community- and analysis-building educational activity or discussion. There will be a different topic each month. After a short break, the rest of the meeting will be time for people involved in CARW projects to meet with their teams, make plans, and share important information with the larger group. We have a lot of important ally work happening supporting people of color-led organizations for 2010, so come get involved!
On-site, in-room childcare will be available. If you have any questions please contact Organizing Collective member Sean O’Neil at oneilltsean
Directions to Cascade People’s Center from I-5 North or South: Exit 167 off I-5, left onto Fairview Ave N, left at third light onto Thomas St, two blocks, left onto Pontius Ave N, the Center is first driveway on your left. We’re next to Cascade Park and the P-Patch, across the street from Immanuel Lutheran Church. Tan building with red trim. Look for our brightly colored murals!
Bus Routes: 8, 25, 70-73, 74, 77, 79, 304, 317, 355, 377
Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (CARW) Summer Reading Group:
Anti-Racist Whites Study Filipina Thought and Action
[All proceeds go to send Pinay Sa Seattle to the International Women’s Conference in Montreal]
Monday Nights (7-9pm) for three weeks
1st Series: July 12, 19, 26
2nd Series: August 2, 9, 16
Donation: $80*
Contact: oneilltsean
Reading Group:
Dealing with issues ranging from colonialism, migration to cultural work, these study sessions will use a white anti-racist lens to explore the thought and resistance of Filipinas. Additionally, we hope to explore the complexity of racism facing Filipina/o communities in the United States as well as how racism intersects with other forms of oppression such as sexism, heteronormativity, capitalism and colonialism. As we raise funds for this delegation, we also intend to educate white people on this important history and theory. For these three class series we are requesting a minimum $80 donation.
Background:
For nearly a year, a core group of CARW organizers has been providing childcare at the meetings and events of Pinay sa Seattle. As white people, we strategically organized to support the capacity and leadership of Filipina mothers in the group. In an effort to expand our strategy, we have set the goal to fundraise $1000 to send Pinay sa Seattle members to the International Women’s Conference in Montreal. Centering the voices of women of global south and women of color, the conference will emphasize issues of colonialism, migration, sexual violence, sexuality, and transnational liberation & solidarity. There will be a wide range of fierce speakers and participants coming from Canada, USA, Mexico, Africa, Guatemala, Indonesia, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, India, Belgium and Nepal.
*As a fund raising effort with a specific goal, we are requesting that people pay $80 for these classes. However, please do not hesitate to contact us (oneilltsean) if you are interested and are unable to pay the full amount. Similarly, if you do not have time to take the classes, but want to make a donation please contact us for details.
Pinay sa Seattle a collective of Pinays celebrating our multifaceted identities, revolutionary history, and rich culture. We work to build a community in the Seattle area invested in educating, defending, and advocating for the human rights of Filipinas globally.
Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (CARW) is a group of white people in the Seattle area working to undo institutional racism and white privilege through education and organizing in white communities and active support of anti-racist, people of color-led organizations. We support the self-determination of people of color, honor their leadership and are held accountable to people of color-led organizations.
Support low-income USSF participants!
What do you get when you add 1,000 workshops and people’s movement assemblies + 225 cultural performances + 14,000 activists from the U.S. and around the globe + 5 days in Detroit?
THE U.S. SOCIAL FORUM!
Please help CARW meet our fundraising commitment to support low-income people in from our community in attending USSF!
The 2010 Social Forum (6/22-26 in Detroit), is an opportunity for organizers and activists from our community to connect with national movement building, and to build knowledge, skills, and networks for future progressive work in our region and beyond. (ussf2010.org).
Many people have put energy into fundraising to cover travel and housing costs. LELO, Legacy of Equality, Leadership, and Organizing, strives “to empower low-income workers of color, recent immigrants and women workers to assert their rights, improve their working conditions and gain a voice in their workplaces, trade unions and communities,” (lelo.org). LELO, one of CARW’s ally groups this year, is coordinating the Northwest Delegation to USSF, organizing funds to support low-income people, young people, and People of Color from various organizations to participate (and lead!) at the Social Forum.
CARW has committed to raising $1,000 in solidarity with LELO to fund community members to attend the US Social Forum. We are only ½ way to that goal, and in order to reach that goal, we ask for your support. Please consider donating, as we are confident that with enough generous CARW donations, we can fill our fundraising gap.
As the Social Forum tagline states, “Another world is possible, another US is necessary…” and funds are necessary to make it happen! By investing in people from our community though supporting LELO, we are contributing towards racial justice in our city, country, and world.
Donating is easy!: Email Zeke Spier to make a donation: carwoc (at) gmail.com
CARW monthly meeting- June 9th!
Please join CARW this coming Wednesday, June 9, for our monthly public meeting!
This month, the first half of the meeting will focus on looking at giving with a racial justice lens. Whether you regularly donate $5 or $5,000, learn some ways to make sure your money is going to long-term change towards social justice. We’ll talk about some strategies that folks are using here in Seattle as well as some more general principles of social justice philanthropy. Fundraising for people of color-led organizations is one of CARW’s strategies, and almost all of us donate directly to organizations, so please join us for this important conversation!
The second half of our meeting will be devoted to organizing & reflecting in our ongoing ally group projects. We will have a Q&A session for newcomers during this time and at the end there will be many great opportunities to get involved. We hope to see you there!
CARW Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, June 9th
6:00 – 6:30 Optional Potluck
6:30 – 9:00 Meeting
Cascade People’s Center (309 Pontius Avenue North / Seattle, WA 98109)
Please contact carwoc(at)gmail.com with questions.
CARW Organizing Collective
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More Details:
Whether you are currently active in the Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (CARW) or just wanting to learn more about how to be an anti-racist white ally, please join us! Our regular public meetings are typically held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Cascade People’s Center, so you can mark your calendar for the year.
Each meeting will start with an optional potluck, followed by a brief introduction/opening and then a community- and analysis-building educational activity or discussion. There will be a different topic each month. After a short break, the rest of the meeting will be time for people involved in CARW projects to meet with their teams, make plans, and share important information with the larger group. We have a lot of important ally work happening supporting people of color-led organizations for 2010, so come get involved!
On-site, in-room childcare will be available. If you have any questions please contact Organizing Collective member Sean O’Neil at oneilltsean(at)gmail.com
Directions to Cascade People’s Center from I-5 North or South: Exit 167 off I-5, left onto Fairview Ave N, left at third light onto Thomas St, two blocks, left onto Pontius Ave N, the Center is first driveway on your left. We’re next to Cascade Park and the P-Patch, across the street from Immanuel Lutheran Church. Tan building with red trim. Look for our brightly colored murals!
Bus Routes: 8, 25, 70-73, 74, 77, 79, 304, 317, 355, 377
US Social Forum Fundraisers
Please come to these two fundraisers this Saturday to raise money to send local low income organizers to the US Social Forum.
Seattle to Detroit: Another World is Possible
Common Action is hosting a benefit on Saturday June 5th for the 2nd U.S. Social Forum to be held this June 22-26th in Detroit Michigan. (www.ussf2010.org)
The US Social Forum will provide a space to build relationships, learn from each other’s experiences, and share analysis of the problems our communities face. It will help develop leadership, vision, and strategy needed to realize another world.
Come help the NW represent ourselves! Common Action (http://www.nwcommonaction.org/) along with The Lakeside Collective will host this night of food, music, dancing, friends, and solidarity.
Schedule:
6-8 PM Secret Cafe $10.00 (Dinner includes salad, entree, and desert) *Vegan and vegetarian options are available. **Wine available for $5.00 or donation
8-9 PM Show with Corespondents and Gene Pool
PM -Midnight Dance Party $5.00 or donation for entry/Beer and wine $5.00 or donation (There will be a keg!)
Spread the word! http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/event.php?eid=126705470673929
Location:
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Zumba Party fundraiser
This is going to be HOT!! You get a two for one deal….You get a work out and your helping us out. Please and Thank you!
Come to our Zumba Party fundraiser! Money raised will send Gigi and Sylva (CARA boardmembers) to the US Social Forum in Detroit (www.ussf2010.org)
My World Dance & Fitness Studio- 849 Hiawatha Place South, Seattle, WA 98144 *plenty of free street parking*
Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Cost: $10.00 If you aren’t able to make it donations are gladly excepted!!
What is Zumba?
Ditch the workout–join the party! Instructor Sherina James will lead us through short booty shaking routines that are simple and fun. We’ll do one hour Zumba and one hour of hip hop hustle. All you need is a pulse!
May 12th CARW Public Meeting
Please join CARW next Wednesday, May 12th, for our monthly public meeting!
This month, the analysis-building, educational portion of our meeting will be in small group conversations – discussing and reflecting on our work. We’ll be using an “open space” format where anyone attending can bring a topic for small group conversation. Please bring your ideas/ questions/ issues regarding anti-racism, allyship, accountability, whiteness, intersectionality, etc. This should be an exciting and engaging evening- hope you can be here!
The second half of our meeting will be devoted to organizing & reflecting in our ongoing ally group projects. We will have a Q&A session for newcomers during this time and at the end there will be many great opportunities to get involved. We hope to see you there!
CARW Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, May 12th
6:00 – 6:30 Optional Potluck
6:30 – 9:00 Meeting
Cascade People’s Center (309 Pontius Avenue North / Seattle, WA 98109)
Lastly- please bring any donations to contribute to the childcare group (band-aids, toys, kids books, games & anything else you’d like to have with you for childcare).
Please reply to this email with questions.
CARW Organizing Collective
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More Details:
Whether you are currently active in the Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (CARW) or just wanting to learn more about how to be an anti-racist white ally, please join us! Our regular public meetings are typically held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Cascade People’s Center, so you can mark your calendar for the year.
Each meeting will start with an optional potluck, followed by a brief introduction/opening and then a community- and analysis-building educational activity or discussion. There will be a different topic each month. After a short break, the rest of the meeting will be time for people involved in CARW projects to meet with their teams, make plans, and share important information with the larger group. We have a lot of important ally work happening supporting people of color-led organizations for 2010, so come get involved!
On-site, in-room childcare will be available. If you have any questions please contact Organizing Collective member Sean O’Neil at oneilltsean
Directions to Cascade People’s Center from I-5 North or South: Exit 167 off I-5, left onto Fairview Ave N, left at third light onto Thomas St, two blocks, left onto Pontius Ave N, the Center is first driveway on your left. We’re next to Cascade Park and the P-Patch, across the street from Immanuel Lutheran Church. Tan building with red trim. Look for our brightly colored murals!
Bus Routes: 8, 25, 70-73, 74, 77, 79, 304, 317, 355, 377
May Day March this Saturday!
This Saturday, May 1st, is the annual May Day march for immigrant and workers rights! It is especially important that people come out to demonstrate opposition to the racist law enacted recently in Arizona, as well as to show support for just and comprehensive immigration reform. The march will begin at noon at St. Mary’s Church at 20th and Weller in the Seattle Central District, and we will be marching to Memorial Stadium for a rally with music and speakers.
Meet up with CARW before the march at Casa Latina at 11am. The party will have food for sale, as well as materials to make noise makers and signs for the march. The march is expected to be big this year, so meeting at Casa Latina is a good idea if you want to march with others from CARW.
Join CARW at the SYPP auction!
Want to join CARW at the Seattle Young People’s Project Annual Auction?
Come celebrate and support Seattle’s newest generation of community organizers!
Auction items include: a Ducati scooter, a private dance party at the Hidmo, a bicycle from Bike Works, a private movie night in a 48-seat theatre, an Xbox 360, urban getaways, vacation packages, a hot-stone massage, Seattle Storm tickets, dinners and movies, and other great bargains.
There will be a fabulous dessert auction and food by Hidmo Eritrian Cuisine. To top it all off, you’ll also be joined by some amazing youth who are doing great work for social justice.
Saturday, May 8th from 5:30-9:00pm at the Asian Resource Center (1025 S. King Street). Tickets are $40.
Want to come? Contact us to save a seat at a CARW table.
More fundraising events CARW is supporting:
* Friday, April 30- Cascade People’s Center Auction (Contact us for more info or if you are interested in joining the CARW table).
* Saturday, June 5- Duwamish Tribe Gala Dinner & Art Auction Honoring Seattle’s First People Save the date- more details to come soon!
