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COMMUNITY EVENTS DIGEST 



==Social justice events happening on and off campus== 

PART 2 of 2 


***Community Events*** 
15) Rally - Join the Wave Against the Pave! (April 22) 
16) Earth Day Parade & Celebration (April 22) 
17) Celebration - Cordillera Day (April 23) 
18) Testimonials - Health Workers in the Movement for Social Justice (April 28) 
19) Film Screening - The Milk of Sorrow (April 28) 
20) Public Forum - Opt's Pillow Talk (April 28) 
21) Lee Maracle and Wayde Compton Read (April 29) 
22) Fundraiser - CCPA-BC Annual Fundraising Gala with Amy Goodman (April 29) 
23) Public Lecture - Militarized Masculinities, Gender and Transitional Justice (April 29) 
24) Un-Conference - The Great Turning: an Un-Conference to Be the Change (April 30) 
25) Film Festival - Festival of Anthropology Films (April 30) 

***Other Opportunities*** 
26) Training Opportunity - Workshop Design and Facilitation for Social Justice (apply by April 30) 
27) Permacultural Design Certificate at the Richmond Sharing Farm (Due April 25) 
28) Free Community English Classes (ongoing) 
29) Red Flag Discussion Group (Ongoing) 
30) SFU Global Agents Weekly Summer Rides (Ongoing) 


**To have your event included in the next digest, send a text-based email announcement to sfpirg(at) sfu.ca . 


***Community Events cont'd*** 


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RALLY - JOIN THE WAVE AGAINST THE PAVE 
Friday April 22, 2 pm 
Meet at Annieville Supermarket, 10996 River Road, Delta. 

Calling all residents, students, parents, elders, streamkeepers, treeplanters, guerilla gardeners, blockaders, rebels, climate defenders, farmers and freeway fighters! 

As chainsaws roar and bulldozers get set to roll on the controversial $2 billion South Fraser Perimeter Road freeway (SFPR), join local residents and community groups in standing up for climate justice! 

Last October, hundreds of people dug up the freeway construction site in Surrey with shovels and wheelbarrows, and in December we used sand from the SFPR to build a dike blocking the provincial cabinet offices. Now it's time to step up the campaign of mass direct action against climate crime. We need to turn up the heat, in order to turn down the heat. 

Beginning on the 2nd International Mother Earth Day, Friday April 22, 2011 (a statutory holiday), we will take mass direct action for climate justice. Like the actions in October and December it will be non-disruptive to residents of the community and provide a variety of ways people can demonstrate their support – including roles with little or no legal risk. At the same time we hope that we can find ways to disrupt the construction of the South Fraser Freeway and focus public attention on the need to “Shut It Down” permanently. 

This is an initiative of a Climate Justice Circle of lower mainland Council of Canadians, GatewaySucks activists & the Critical Criminology Working Group at Kwantlen U. 

Come to a TEACH-IN this Saturday....we will provide details, logistics, legal info etc. We invite your participation in planning this action: 
• April 9 at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (12666 72nd Avenue, Surrey, Room D128 (Fir Bldg.) – 1 to 4 pm.) 

Please send endorsements to info at stopthepave.org or call Eric at 604-877-1223 or Bob at 604-760-6786 for more information. 

For more background information, including links to our question and answers page and information about previous actions, see http://gatewaysucks.org/endorsements-earth-day (soon to be http://stopthepave.org/endorsements-earth-day ) 
Facebook event site: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=116458755098130 



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EARTH DAY PARADE & CELEBRATION 
Friday April 22nd, 2011 at 11am 
Meet at Grandview Hwy. and Commercial Dr. just North of Commercial-Broadway Skytrain station. 
The parade will proceed northwards on Commercial Drive and on to Brittania Secondary School’s field, where we will be hosting an earth day festival. 

The festival will feature activities such as school/art competitions, music, a family tent, hands on activities, and guest speakers. 

This is Vancouver’s first Earth Day Celebration organized by youth for all youth and the families of Metro Vancouver. We hope to raise awareness and show our concern about the effects of climate change as it is at the forefront of environmental issues today. Youth are inheriting the world and feel the need to take action to not just make Vancouver, but the global community a healthier and better place to live in. 

This will be the most fun you ever had saving the planet. :) Please spread the word and invite your friends to the event! 

More Info: 

Facebook event . 
http://EarthDayParade.ca/ 
http://twitter.com/Y4CJN 



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CELEBRATION - CORDILLERA DAY 2011 
Saturday, April 23, 2011, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
Lakeview Multicultural United Church, 2776 Semlin Drive, Vancouver, BC 

The first celebration of Cordillera Day was held in Sadanga, Mountain Province, Philippines in 1985. Thousands from all across the country and the world attend this annual event that affirms the Cordillera people’s unity in their struggle for self-determination and national democracy. This year, Cordillera Day focuses on the impact of large-scale mining , and the militarization of indigenous people’s lands where a number of Canadian mining corporations are also operating. 

The celebration will take place in the Philippines from April 26-27, with the ultimate goal of forging a regional pact among the different tribes and communities to protect their ancestral lands, culture, and economic sustenance. 

Keynote Speakers: 
Chandu Claver, International Spokesperson, Cordillera Peoples Alliance 
Kat Norris, who is Coast Salish and Nez Perce, and founder of the Indigenous Action Movement 

We welcome community POTLUCK; Dinner served at 7:30 p.m. 

Contacts: Beth Dollaga 604.320.0285 / Bootz Estella 778.709.4744 



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TESTIMONIALS - HEALTH WORKERS IN THE MOVEMENT FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE 
Thursday, April 28, 7:00pm 
Rhizome Café, 317 E Broadway St., Vancouver 

The Alliance for People’s Health presents this event to hear first-hand testimonials about health professionals who have joined in the struggle for social justice. Learn about the critical role that the health sector plays in movements from the Philippines and India to Venezuela and Cuba. 
$5-10 suggested, but no one turned away for lack of funds 



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FILM SCREENING - THE MILK OF SORROW 
Thursday, April 28,5:00 p.m. 
Case Room, Liu Institute for Global Issues, UBC, 6476 NW Marine Dr., Vancouver 

The Transitional Justice Network and the Research Group on Gender and Sexuality in Latin America at the Liu Institute present a film screening with Dr. Kimberly Theidon, associate professor of anthropology at Harvard University. The film narrates the story a young woman, whose mother was raped and father murdered during Peru's recent civil war, who has to negotiate the fear and suffering passed down by her mother through the "milk of sorrow" - wherein trauma experienced by raped women is passed on to children when nursing. 

For more information, click here . To RSVP, click here 



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PUBLIC FORUM - OPT'S PILLOW TALK: A PUBLIC DIALOGUE FOR SHARING HOPES AND DREAMS ABOUT SEXUAL EXPRESSION, HEALTH AND DIVERSITY IN BC 
Thursday, April 28th: attendees can choose from a morning session that begins at 9.30 am or an afternoon session at 1.30 pm 
Radisson Hotel, 8181 Cambie Rd, Richmond, BC. 
The Canada Line to Richmond will bring you to the Radisson Hotel (Lansdowne stop). 

Options for Sexual Health, Canada's largest non-profit provider of sexual health services, is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year, and we'd like you to help us look forward to envision what sexual expression, health and diversity could look like in BC in the years ahead. 

Have you ever wanted to tell provincial policy makers, service providers, educators, the media, and your fellow citizens how we can improve sexuality/sexual health services in BC? 
Now is your chance! Come out and join the discussion, Register here for a free lunch. 

Sexuality is a universal human trait, so why is it still such an awkward subject for individuals and organizations? Why are sexual health services and education so different from place to place in BC? When will BC have coherent social, health and education strategies for supporting our enjoyment of and respect for healthy sexual expression and diversity throughout our lives? 

Some of the people you might encounter include: 

* a son or daughter who wants his or her parents to enjoy a healthy 
sexual relationship for as long as they can, wherever they live 
* an avid "Savage Love" reader 
* a guy who wants more relevant sexual health services for men 
* the "go to" parent 
* individuals who think sex should be celebrated, not stigmatized 
* someone who can't find a doctor who speaks knowledgeably and 
non-judgmentally about sex 
* a teacher who knows change is needed in how sex education is taught 
* a person who wants safer communities for LGBTQ folks 
* a grandma who calls it like it is 
* a student activist who tries to make schools more inclusive and safe 
* a young person who is tired of hearing the same old sex ed 
* someone who is simply curious to know what this is all about 

More info http://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/50/public-forum 



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LEE MARACLE AND WAYDE COMPTON READ 
Friday, April 29, 7:00pm 
Rhizome Café, 317 E Broadway St., Vancouver 

Play Chthonics presents a stellar evening filled with inspiring voices as writers Lee Maracle and Wayde Compton share their energy, art, and creative thought. Born in North Vancouver and a member of the Sto: Loh nation, Lee Maracle is an esteemed teacher, a gifted orator, and a prolific author of many books. Wayde Compton is a co-founding member of the Hogan's Alley Memorial Project, an organization dedicated to preserving the public memory of Vancouver's original black community, and is an acclaimed writer. 
Free 



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FUNDRAISER - CCPA-BC ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA WITH AMY GOODMAN 
Friday, Apr 29, 2011, 6:00pm - 10:00pm 
Fraserview Hall (8240 Fraser St, near Marine Drive, in Vancouver) 
Doors open and dinner served at 6:00 PM, Includes a delicious buffet Indian dinner and a silent auction full of local goodies 

We're very pleased to announce that Amy Goodman will be the featured speaker at our 2011 Gala Fundraiser on Friday, April 29. 

Amy is the host and executive producer of Democracy Now! ( http://www.democracynow.org/ ) an international, daily, independent, award-winning news program aired on TV and radio across North America and followed by thousands online. Amy is a pioneer in the independent media movement. She's the first journalist to receive the Right Livelihood Award, widely known as the Alternative Nobel Prize, for "developing an innovative model of truly independent grassroots political journalism that brings to millions of people the alternative voices that are often excluded by the mainstream media." 

She's also a dynamite speaker. She speaks truth to power fearlessly, and with a clarity that inspires and helps to light the way forward for progressive social movements and activists. 

You can buy your tickets securely online: 
-individual tickets for $75 ( http://www.policyalternatives.ca/ccpa-bc-annual-gala-single-tickets ) 
-reserve a group table for eight for $600 ( http://www.policyalternatives.ca/ccpa-bc-annual-gala-reserved-table ) 

Or call Dianne Novlan at 604-801-5121 x221 to pay by phone. 

To find out about the benefits of sponsoring the gala as an Event Patron, please contact Dianne at the phone number above. 

Our annual gala often sells out, so buy your ticket in advance to make sure you get a seat! 



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PUBLIC LECTURE - MILITARIZED MASCULINITIES, GENDER AND TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE 
Friday, April 29, 11:00 a.m 
Multi-purpose Room, Liu Institute for Global Issues, UBC, 6476 NW Marine Dr., Vancouver 

A public lecture by Dr. Kimberly Theidon, associate professor of anthropology at Harvard University, presented by the Transitional Justice Network and the Research Group on Gender and Sexuality in Latin America at the Liu Institute. 

For more information, click here . To RSVP, click here 



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UN-CONFERENCE - THE GREAT TURNING: AN UN-CONFERENCE TO BE THE CHANGE 
Saturday, April 30, 9:00am to 5:30pm; Yoga, coffee, and registration at 8:00am 
Maritime Labour Centre (1880 Triumph St., Vancouver) 

If you were at the first Great Turning, you'll remember how amazing it is to be brainstorming and connecting with hundreds of creative change agents. The Great Turning 2011 Un-Conference promises to be even better, bringing in 40 passionate community leaders to kick off circle dialogues. 

The energy is electric, with inspiring broad-vision talks along with pragmatic small group dialogues, artistic performances and a delicious, organic, vegetarian lunch , with plenty of opportunities for speakers and participants to share insights and stay connected in neighbourhood Action Circles to support their interests in the months ahead . 

The event was at capacity last time! 
REGISTER HERE: http://thegreatturning2011.eventbrite.com There are also some great volunteer opportunities to participate in creative ways. For more details contact Kim at bethechangeEarthAlliance. 
org 

For more information: Visit: The Great Turning Facebook Page! Or our Website! 

40 community-leaders will share 10 minute Turning Talks throughout the day. Speakers will also join in circle dialogues to explore: 

· provocative key ideas, perspectives and stories that spark engaging conversation 
· ways for participants to coalesce around emerging ideas to build a sustainable future 
· opportunities to get involved with sustainable organizations and campaigns 



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FILM FESTIVAL - FESTIVAL OF ANTHROPOLOGY FILMS 
Saturday, April 30, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m 
Michael Ames Theatre, Museum of Anthropology, UBC, 6393 NW Marine Dr., Vancouver. 

The Museum of Anthropology at UBC and the Ethnographic Film Unit will host the 5th International Festival of Anthropology Films. The Film Unit draws upon the combined strengths of anthropologists, filmmakers, students, and community members to explore issues of environmentally and socially responsible resource use. 

Must pay admission to the Museum. 

For more information, click here. 



***Other Opportunities*** 


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TRAINING OPPORTUNITY - WORKSHOP DESIGN AND FACILITATION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE 
Training Dates: 5 Weeks -Starting May 5. The course will run Thursdays (6-10pm) and Saturdays (10am - 5pm.) 
Near East Georgia Street and Commercial Drive 

Anti-Up! Vancouver is an emerging Vancouver organization offering courses and workshops for people interested in social justice issues. 

Our first project is a 5-week course (50 hours) for people who want to learn about workshop design and facilitation. 

Facilitators: 
Some of the facilitators involved include: 

· Junie Desil , a Haitian-Canadian poet, activist and anti-oppression educator. 
· Kalamity Hildebrandt , an activist and facilitator who has been offering workshops on equity and anti-violence issues in Vancouver since 1995. 

To Apply: Space is limited. To apply please send contact information and a paragraph or two about who you are, and why you want to attend to: antiupvancouver at gmail.com by April 30th . 

Cost: By donation. Suggested donation for people/organizations with secure incomes/funding: $500. 
The general idea: Pay what you can. Money will be used to fund travel subsidies, printing costs, honorariums and future projects. 

Accessibility: No steps at entrance, a large elevator, and an accessible restroom. 



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PERMACULTURAL DESIGN CERTIFICATE (PDC) AT THE RICHMOND SHARING FARM 
Tuesday May 3 to August 2011 
Tuesday nights 6 - 9 pm; Once-a-month hands-on project 10am-6pm on a weekend day 
Richmond Sharing Farm, Terra Nova Rural Park 

The Richmond Fruit Tree Sharing Project and the Richmond Food Security Society have teamed up with local Permaculture activist and educator Erin Innes to offer a summer-long course in sustainable design and ecological land stewardship at the Richmond Sharing Farm at Terra Nova Rural Park. 

A design science with applications to agriculture, architecture, economics, and community organizing, Permaculture uses observation of ecological principles to design human systems that go beyond sustainability. Permaculture systems regenerate their environment and natural resources while producing abundance to meet human needs. 

>From growing food to green building, soil and water remediation to renewable energy and appropriate technology, this course covers a broad range of topics in Permaculture design and qualifies students to receive their internationally recognized Certificate in Permaculture Design. Design professionals, farmers, urban homesteaders, builders, community organizers, and anyone with an interest in creating sustainable communities will find themselves inspired and challenged by the dynamic and hands-on learning environment. Coursework will take place in the context of a working community farm , with a focus on integrating Permaculture systems into an existing production organic agriculture operation. 

The course will run Tuesday evenings from May until August, plus one Sunday per month and a weekend of project building in September . Students who complete all units will receive their Permaculture Designer Certification through the Urban Permaculture Guild 

For more information, contact the Richmond Sharing Farm at 604 244 7377 or look online at www.passionatepermaculture.wordpress.com 



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LANGUAGE FOR LIBERATION PRESENTS: FREE COMMUNITY ENGLISH CLASSES 
(ongoing) Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 pm 
Organizing Centre for Social and Economic Justice (672 E. Broadway). 

Everyone is welcome. 

Bring your needs and interests and you’ll: 
- Practice English for everyday situations at work, at the doctor, in the family, with friends, etc. 
- Talk about issues facing the community: immigration, work, sexism and women’s rights, unemployment, culture, racism. 
- Teach and learn about current events in Canada and around the world 
- Study grammar as needed with games and exercises. 
- Share ideas and strategies on how to assert our rights and social and economic justice. 
- Meet new people and have fun practicing English! 


Classes are led by participants and a trained ESL instructor. Childcare is available. Classes are free and funded by participant-led fundraisers. 

To register or for more information, emaillanguageliberation at gmail.com or call 604-215-2775 . Check out our website at http://organizingcentre.wordpress.com/core-projects/language-project/ . 



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RED FLAG DISCUSSION GROUP 
Date/time: TBA. Please contact Aiyanas (aiyanas.ormond at gmail.com) for more info. 
Organizing Centre for Social and Economic Justice (672 E. Broadway). 

Including a dinner of Yogurt Curry, Rice and Vegetables (prepared by Aiyanas) 

Topic: Anti-Oppression Politics 
Reading: Three readings from the journal 'Upping the Anti'. 

Note: Please bring ideas for resources for future discussion including readings, film clips, poetry or songs. Current members are welcome to invite new members to participate. The Red Flag Discussion Group meets monthly to critically analyze and reflect on how ideas borne of anti-capitalist, anti-oppression, and anti-imperialist politics might be practically applied to our task of changing the world! We’re an encouraging, open group that has critical discussions about contemporary movement debates. 

We’re people who believe and fight for social and economic justice. We identify with a range of anti-capitalist, left traditions, including anti-imperialist and anti-oppression frameworks. Most of us are Marxists. Participants aren’t expected to identify with all these traditions but must be open to discussing them. 

Please email Aiyanas aiyanas.ormond at gmail.com for more information about our next session. 



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SFU GLOBAL AGENTS WEEKLY SUMMER RIDES 
Ongoing Weekly Rides 
Vancouver and Greater Vancouver Area 

Interested in getting in shape for the summer? Do you cycle, but don't have anyone to go with? Do you want to explore the greater Vancouver area on your weekends? 

Come join the Riding to Break the Cycle team as we prep for our summer 2011 tours. 
We are a group of young adults about to embark on crazy cycling tours for social good and we need to get into shape. We aren't exceptionally fit, or have a ton of cycling experience, but we are out to have a fun afternoon of cycling and exploring. We ride to areas such as Stevenston, Deep Cove, Horseshoe Bay, Port Moody, New West, White Rock, etc... We usually meet every Sunday on Commercial Drive or at MEC on Broadway. We typically ride for a few hours, have lunch, then make the trek back home. If you are interested in joining us just bring water, snacks, a dependable bike, and you are good to go. 

Anyone is invited, and more the merrier! Hopefully we'll see you there! 

Find us on Facebook! 
Check out our website! 

If you have any questions, Contact Jake at jake.moir at globalafc.org