We are pleased to announce the 14th Annual Dismantling Rape Culture Conference (DRCC) call for session proposals! At the Dismantling Rape Culture Conference (DRCC) we collectively strive to educate on and intervene in rape culture, which exists “when prevalent attitudes, norms, practices, and media condone, normalize, excuse, and encourage sexual [and all forms] of violence.” […]
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Welcome 2019! As the snow piles up outside we are busy planning for an exciting new year for our Network and the 500+ shared garden spaces we support. Here are a few things to look forward to… Day in the Dirt – A community garden fundraising event and work day to kick off the growing season […]
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WELCOME NEW LIBRARY STAFF! Kate Belluche is a former elementary school teacher and environmental educator. When Kate isn’t matching kids with books, creating fun displays and activities, and developing and promoting exciting new library programs, she can be found wrangling her own teen boys and two fur babies, cooking, dreaming of unicorns and planning adventures. Maxamed […]
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Burlington Ready for 100% is pleased to invite you to another Energy-transition Conversation: Building a transportation system that will take us to net zero energy In 2015, Vermonters produced 6.92 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per capita in transportation, 15% more than in 1990. Transportation accounts for more of Vermont’s greenhouse-gas emissions than either electricity […]
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June Forum On Social ENTREPRENEURSHIP The eighth Annual June Forum on Social Entrepreneurship, hosted at Middlebury’s beautiful Bread Loaf campus is from June 10–12, 2019. This event convenes practitioners of social innovation education, newcomers to the field, and other professionals working to develop social impact programs at their home institutions. Our 2019 theme is “The Art of Connecting across Social Impact Experiences”. Social impact […]
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United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week January 14, 2019 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND IN THE NEW YEAR! – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. […]
Continue readingGreen Mountains, Blue Water Earth Care News January 2019 In this newsletter: Congregational Watershed Manual – Available Soon! Opening Day People Power Lobby – January 9, State House Climate Action Plan for 2019 Transportation & Climate Initiative to Design Low-Carbon Policy 15-Year-Old Greta Thunberg’s Address at Climate Change Conference Talking with Evangelicals About Climate Change Reminder: […]
Continue readingThe NOFA Vermont Winter Conference is a highlight of the winter for farmers, gardeners, homesteaders and enthusiastic eaters. Please join us—and 1,200 of your fellow organic food enthusiasts —for three days of learning, inspiration, good food, great conversation, and community building. Questions? Call us at (802) 434-4122 or email winterconference@nofavt.org. Browse the brochure online, or download it here. […]
Continue readingCourtesy of the Peace & Justice Center Lots of easy things to do to support Migrants in VT and in Mexico Click here for quarterly Peace & Justice Newsletter. In This Issue PJC Internships ACLU Job Opening Donations for Homeless Population From the blog: An Interview with Pierrevy Polyte: Coffee and Community Human Rights Day Community […]
Continue readingSustainability Academy’s 12th Annual Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction Come eat delicious pancakes, local cheese, and local applesauce with friends and neighbors. And come ready to shop! Our silent auction features an array of local art, services, and treasures you won’t want to miss. All proceeds go directly to support the Sustainability Academy. $6 Adults, […]
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