[opirgyork] Black Creek Farm Festival + Mural Archive + River Run information & more!

[OPIRG York]

Hey Everyone!

Hope you're all having a great summer!
he 2nd Check out the lineup of events this week (and upcoming). This
weekend hosts the second Black Creek Community Farm Festival, and the
important River Run events on July 29th and 30th. Stephen Lewis will be
speaking on the 29th and you can buy your tickets in the link below!

If you're interested in volunteering at OPIRG York, or have any questions,
please get in touch with Victoria, at victoria at opirgyork.ca. We always are
in need of volunteers! And stop by the OPIRG York office anytime -- Room
449C Student Centre!

-- OPIRG York


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*TODAY'S DIGEST:*

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1. *Working Group Application Deadline is July 25th, 2014*
2. *July 23:* DisOrientation 2014 Needs You -- Planning Meeting, July 23rd,
1pm
3.* ONGOING*: YU Free Press is looking for editors + new volunteers --
Learn & get experience in Alternative Media!

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4. *ONGOING*: Centre for Women and Trans People Collective is Recruiting!
5. *July 26th:* Black Creek Community Farm Festival
6. *DEADLINE : *2014 MURAL/ARCHIVE PROJECT Application ASAP
7. *July 29 & 30:* River Run 2014: Walk with Grassy Narrows for Clean Water
and Indigenous Rights
8. *Sept 17*: United Against Detentions - Call to Action

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*1. **Working Group Application Deadline is July 25th, 2014.*

*Please send your applications to opirgyork at gmail.com
<opirgyork at gmail.com> and victoria at opirgyork.ca
<victoria at opirgyork.ca>.*Only digital applications will be accepted- please
contact us for any questions.*

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*What role do working groups play at OPIRG?*

Working groups are central to the functioning of OPIRG.  They consist of a
group of volunteers who work on a specific issue pertaining to
anti-oppressive, anti-colonial, anti-imperialist, social justice and
environmental issues. The working groups are dedicated to enacting change
on campus and/or in the broader community, and function autonomously.
 Working groups receive funding from OPIRG and access to the OPIRG office.
OPIRG York is committed to change at York University but we ALSO envision
larger community interaction. We want to blend student organizing with
grassroots activism to ensure broad social and environmental change. Thus,
we are encouraging applications for working groups with a broad vision,
especially those who come from traditionally marginalized communities.

*The 2013-2014 OPIRG York working groups are:*

- YU Free Press
- Environmental Justice
- Students Against Israeli Apartheid
- Filipino Canadian Youth Alliance – Ontario (UKPC/FCYA-ON)
- Students for a Free Tibet
- Incendies
- Revolutionary Student Movement
- Revolutionary Literature and Art
- Arts for Change
- Queer and Trans Womyn Without Borders


The OPIRG York board will approve new working group applications soon after
the deadline and members will be notified for a mandatory first meeting and
trainings - so please send in your applications of interest as soon as
possible- DEADLINE IS JULY 25th, 2014.(http://opirgyork.ca/working-groups)

Interested in joining one of our existing or past working groups, we can
put you in touch! Our working groups are always looking for new members,
volunteers and people who are passionate about the many issues that they
cover!

*If there is a social justice/political issue that you would like to work
on that isn’t represented start your own! We provide lots of support,
funding and outreach help to get your issue out there to the York
community.*

For more information on how to get involved with one of our working groups,
email victoria at opirgyork.ca and look online for more information plus the
application package here: http://opirgyork.ca/working-groups.


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*2. DisOrientation 2014 Needs You -- Planning Meeting, July 23rd, 1pm*

*Date*: Wednesday, July 23rd
*Time*: 1pm - 3pm
*Location*: Room 311B Student Centre, York University
*Contact*: victoria at opirgyork.ca, victoria.opirg at gmail.com

We are looking for folks from all walks of life to join us this year to be
a part of DisOrientation 2014, which promises to be a series of exciting
and engaging events that will promote and support critical thinking and
activism in our communities on and off campus. By bringing together a range
of campus and community groups, DisO aims to draw the links between the
many different kinds of political, environmental and social justice based
organizing that exists on campus and in our communities.

This year’s DisOrientation is to be held on and near the York University
campus, from Monday, September 22nd to Friday, September 26th. Throughout
the week, OPIRG York and partner organizations will be offering a series of
amazing workshops, panels and teach-ins, filled with storytelling,
skills-sharing and art-making. DisO is fundamentally about sharing skills,
stories, and knowledge that demonstrate the vibrant talents and
capabilities we all possess!

*Ideas we are looking at for this year:*

1. political comedy night with Aamer Rahman
2. queerness & disability, transformative justice, sex work
3. Alternative Media - YU Free Press
4. Divestment - fossil fuels, war and occupation, university investments
(pushing campaigns like EJ, BDS)
5. End Immigration Detention
6. Program Corporatization (@ York U and universities)
7. JFAAP, Jane-Finch community, gentrification
8. gender based violence
9. zine making (re. self-care, positive space)
10. art attack (hands-on art - screenprinting, stencilling, etc).

All are welcome! All events will be free and wheelchair accessible!!


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*VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:*
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We need volunteers for the following:

Event Logistics Team:
Well organized? Think on your feet? Wanna watch magic happen?
- Assist Programming Coordinator with event coordination
- Be the go-to person on the day of for workshops
- Participate in the DisOrientation events
- Ensure that facilitators have what they need

Promotion/Outreach Team:
Wanna meet people and have lots of energy? This is the team for you!
- Promote and give out DisOrientation programs
- Help staff give class talks
- Poster and leaflet handing out
- Table Schmoozing/chilling

Media Documentation Team:
Love Media? Recording? Video? Wanna learn about these things?
- Audio recording each event
- Film/Video recording each event
- Photographing each event
*All equipment and training will be provided

Anything Else!!

If you're interested and unable to attend, please email Victoria at:
victoria at opirgyork.ca & victoria.opirg at gmail.com

Thank You!
http://diso2014.opirgyork.ca/


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*3. **YU Free Press is looking for editors + new volunteers -- Learn & get
experience in Alternative Media!*

The YU Free press is an alternative news magazine at York that supports
critical analysis of the corporate media model. We are firmly opposed to
oppression in all its possible forms (gender, sexual orientation, race,
disability, religion, class, etc.) and are dedicated to upholding and
promoting a clear vision of social justice through the publication of
labour, union, and activist-positive material.

Some of the features over the past 7 years have covered issues such as:
Integrity in Journalism
Environmental Justice: race, displacement, and land
Violence Against Native Women
Access to Information as Access to Freedom
State Oppression and Police Brutality
Analysis of Student Struggles Around the World

We are excited for new submissions in the fall and are looking to establish
a team to keep this current of critical thought thriving in the years to
come.

There are volunteer opportunities within all parts of the paper - editorial
or otherwise. We will do training with new folks who want to get involved
and have little to no experience, but also appreciate anyone with
experience or new ideas to add to the paper! Just let us know!
CONTACT US: yufreepress at gmail.com

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*SEE POSITIONS HERE:*
http://opirgyork.ca/sites/opirgyork.ca/files/YUFP%20Positions.doc


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*4. **Centre for Women and Trans People Collective is Recruiting!*

The Centre for Women and Trans People welcomes the contributions that
individuals from marginalized communities bring to our organization, and
invites aboriginal people, people of colour, two-spirited, poor people,
queer people, trans people, sex workers, gender variant and gender queer
people, working-class people, single parents, members of racialized groups,
immigrants and disabled people to apply, as well as people of non-western
and/or non-dominant faiths.

The Centre for Women and Trans People at York University is looking for new
collective members. To apply to be a collective member, you would need to
have volunteered at the Centre for at least 6 months. However, we are
prioritizing the experiences of trans* folks who have had a minimum of 6
months working or volunteering in relevant organizations. We are interested
in students and community members, faculty and campus staff who have 4-6
hours a week to share with the Centre and who can commit to at least one
year. Collective members have the right to fully participate in the
operations of the Centre and be active participants in the decision-making
process, providing they fulfill their responsibilities.

*Responsibilities include:*
be familiar with and act in accordance with the Centre’s Constitution as
well as have a working knowledge of the Centre, its operations and resources
familiarize themselves with the Collective Agreement and fulfill duties of
the employer
commit to collective membership for a minimum of one year
have a minimum of 6 months volunteer or working experience in an
organization which operates within our mandate
previous anti-oppression and trans* 101 training is an asset
complete mandatory relevant training offered by the Centre, as outlined in
the Constitution
ensure that the Centre is a safer space for all members including staff
self-advocate within the consensus decision-making model
support the Centre’s space through two weekly office hours
attend weekly collective meetings. They shall be responsible for their own
presence at meetings and in the event of their absence, conveying their
regrets in a timely fashion.
adopt and fulfill at least one portfolio: Collective Development, Outreach,
Finance, Resource Centre, Space Maintenance and Safe(r) Space , Policy,
Staff Liaison, Trans Integration, or any other portfolio deemed necessary
by the Collective.
organize two events or workshops, whether collectively or individually, on
behalf of the organization for the fall and winter semesters
OR
join local committees and/or coalitions on behalf of the Centre, in order
to develop community relationships and help in an advisory capacity


*To apply to become a Collective Member:*
Download our Collective Membership Application Form (available in WORD)
<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WyfTmNMl-7NZFBpzwjNw4c_RIzPA-RWAHZsdOOAPXBQ/edit?usp=sharing>
and drop it off at the Centre (322 Student Centre, York University).
Printed forms are available at the Centre as well.
Applicants can scan and e-mail their application to cwtpyork at gmail.com.
Please put “Collective Application” in the subject line.

All information provided on this form will be accessible only to staff and
collective members. Submitting an application does not guarantee your
acceptance as a Collective Member.
Thanks for your interest.

*Deadline: Monday, September 15, 2014 at 5:00PM*


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*5. **Black Creek Community Farm Festival *

*Saturday, July 26th*
*12pm*
*Location: Black Creek Community Farm, 4929 Jane Street, Toronto*

There will be:

* Action-packed Family Fun Activities:
Dress the Scarecrow
Scavenger Tour
Henna
Face Painting
Arts and Crafts
Do It Yourself Compositing
Live Chicken Portraits
Taste N' Tell
Soil Digging
* Live DJ and Entertainment
* Farm Cooked Food
* Prizes
* FREE Shuttle Bus Transportation From:
Jane and Wilson
Jane and Finch
Driftwood Community Centre
Jane and Shoreham


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*6. **2014 MURAL/ARCHIVE PROJECT - Applications*

Are you between the ages of 12 and 15, and into art? Come join us at the
West Side Arts Hub (@ Yorkwoods Library) for a three week intensive arts
camp that examines public art/murals through a hands on approach....
culminating in the drawing and painting of your own Mural in your
neighbourhood. By the way, did we mention that its FREE?

Online application: https://soscollective.squarespace.com/2014-mural/
More info on our website: https://soscollective.squarespace.com


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*7. **River Run 2014: Walk with Grassy Narrows for Clean Water and
Indigenous Rights*

*1. Stephen Lewis Speaks With Grassy Narrows*
6:30pm, July 29, 2014, 55 Dundas E (Ryerson University)

Featuring: Grassy Narrows Chief Roger Fobister; Judy Da Silva - Grassy
Narrows Clan Mother; Leanne Betasamosake Simpson - Writer, educator and
activist and Stephen Lewis

Buy tickets: http://bit.ly/GrassyTorontoPublicForum

*2. River Run 2014: Walk with Grassy Narrows for Clean Water and Indigenous
Rights*
12pm, July 31, 2014, Walk starts at Grange Park

Join Grassy Narrows families and their supporters as they walk in Toronto
for clean water and Indigenous rights this July 31.

Contribute to support the Grassy Narrows Womens Drum Group with their
travel costs to Toronto for the River Run:
http://www.grassynarrows.causevox.com/

#FreeGrassy #RiverRun
www.freegrassy.net

Media Sponsors: Now Toronto and rabble.ca
Endorsers and Further details:
http://freegrassy.net/2014/05/25/river-run-2014-water-is-sacred/


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*8. **United Against Detentions - Call to Action*

On September 17, people locked up in immigration hold at Central East
Correction Centre, a max security prison in Lindsay, Ontario, will mark the
1 year anniversary of their ongoing strike against immigration detention.
Around September 17th, we will unite to demand an end to unjust immigration
controls, and freedom of movement for all our communities.

Join us! Create people-powered mobilizations with community meetings,
public protests and direct actions where ever you are.

Increased immigration detentions and deportations are the direct result of
laws that exclude migrant workers, refugees, parents and grandparents, and
low-income people from full status. This September, we will challenge
Harper's anti-immigrant agenda. At the same time, we will bring together
diverse movements for social and ecological justice to build community
visions of just migration.

This isn't just about Canadian immigration policies. In a world of climate
catastrophes, war, economic inequity and increased social oppression, our
friends and families are forced to leave their homes here, and around the
globe. Indigenous people continue to have their homes and territories made
uninhabitable by corporate profiteers acting with government sanction. This
September, we will link our struggles against all the forces of
displacement.

To do this, we need to act together.
September 17th.
Join us in Toronto. Or organize an action in your community.

Learn the truth about immigration detention in Canada:
www.truthaboutdetention.com/
Freedom to move, return, stay:
http://toronto.nooneisillegal.org/MoveReturnStay

Email migrantstrike at gmail.com so that we can coordinate actions in your
community.

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www.opirgyork.ca
416-736-5724
opirg at yorku.ca



*There are many ways to get involved at OPIRG. Apply to be a working
group: **http://opirgyork.ca/working-groups
<http://opirgyork.ca/working-groups>*
Contact victoria at opirgyork.ca for further information.

*We also have two collectives: *PrOPIRGanda Radio and the Radical Reading
Room. You can contact us about ways to get involved in these collectives:
opirgyork at gmail.com.

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