We are a group of volunteers who help plant and care for the trees of Burlington. Our goal is to promote a vision of a city graced by a variety of beautiful and healthy trees, and a citizenry actively involved with the perpetual expansion and preservation of our urban forest. Branch Out Burlington! was formed […]
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Of particular interest are the “Action Steps to a Better World for the Women and Families Ibutwa Supports” – 3 things you can do! “If you would like to extend your support of Ibutwa and the clients we serve to a broader “big picture” level, here are three things you can do: Help us educate […]
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“Every moment is an organizing opportunity, every person a potential activist, every minute a chance to change the world.” Dolores Huerta The planning committee for the Building a Better Activist: Social Change Education for the Activist in You conference invites you to submit a proposal (workshop, skills-building session, performance, or presentation) for our 2019 conference. CALL FOR […]
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Vermont Research News: Carbon, cell coverage, climate change and more… View on VT Digger View this email in your browser Carbon pricing report A recent report by Resources for the Future for the Vermont Legislature found that Vermont will not meet its greenhouse gas emissions goals if the state continues down its current path. Instead, the report examine a combination […]
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We ♥ Local Food Recipe Contest It’s that time of year again! Save the date for our annual We ♥ Local Food Recipe Contest. This year, we’ve chosen Sweet Potatoes as our featured ingredient and we can’t wait to see what you come up with! These root vegetables are the perfect staple for a Vermont winter. Roast […]
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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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2019 Summer Sustainability Fellowships: Learn about the projects UNH Sustainability Fellowships pair outstanding students with organizations and communities across New England to work on transformative projects that propel us towards a sustainable, resilient future. Click below to learn more about the experience you could have this summer. 2019 Summer Sustainability Fellowships Renewable Thermal Strategy hosted by the […]
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Northeast Regional Bulletin January 2019 “The time is always right to do what is right.” -Martin Luther King Jr. Hello to all of our Fair Trade Campaigns, We hope you’re as excited to begin the new year as we are! The year begins with the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Valentine’s Day, and […]
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This month marks the Peace & Justice Center’s 40th Anniversary. Check out the lead story in this newsletter Here is the PDF of the January/February/March 2019 issue of the Peace & Justice News. Please be in touch if you are involved with activist projects and would like our support. Peace, Wendy Coe, Operations Manager Peace […]
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Become a Member Visit Our Website Donate January 2019 E-News Happy New Year from all of us at VNRC! The 2019 Vermont Legislative session gets underway today. Are you ready? Catch up below with VNRC’s latest news, and learn about opportunities to help us […]
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