Friday, September 16, 2011

United for a Fair Economy Popular Economics Training in November


Popular Economics Training
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Trainers, Teachers, Organizers, Activists

Save the Date!

UFE’s next intensive Popular Economics Education Training of Trainers Institute is scheduled for

Thursday, November 3 – Sunday, November 6, 2011

At the Koinonia Retreat Center

In South Haven, Minnesota (about 90 minutes from Minneapolis/St. Paul)

Reduced Price on Institute fee

There has never been a greater need for transforming our national conversations on the Great Recession and ongoing financial crisis, taxes, the deficit, and the role of government.

UFE’s TOT Institute offers tools to help build a powerful movement, and opportunities to learn from each other.

 More details to follow soon.

For more information contact:
Jeannette Huezo
UFE Education Team
857-277-7881
Steve Schnapp
UFE Education Team
857-277-7868

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Training for Social Action Trainers returns to the Bay Area in November


Training for Social Action Trainers - returning to the Bay Area in November!
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Training for Change > info@trainingforchange.org > (215) 776-8444

November 4-6, 2011
Oakland, CA

To register, contact Ken at kenpreston@paceebene.org

Join us for an intensive training designed for experienced facilitators wanting to revitalize their work, new trainers wanting to inspire, teachers, community leaders, activists -- anyone wanting to take their skills to a new level and learn how training can be used more effectively.

AS A PARTICIPANT, YOU WILL...

Gain greater awareness about yourself and your strengths as a facilitator;
Get a chance to take risks, experiment and refine skills in a safe and supportive environment;
Get the stimulation of fresh approaches and increased options;
Receive personal guidance from experienced trainers in a small group setting ;
Learn new tools that are easily adapted, principles of workshop design, skills for working with diversity and a better understanding of how to use experiential education methods effectively.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?
Experienced and less-experienced facilitators, consultants and trainers...Activists and organizers wanting to use training more effectively in their work... Teachers, community leaders, pastors, consultants and others who want more experiential tools.

The TSAT is a great way to learn the core approach to Training for Change's elicitive style of activist training, or if you are considering bringing TFC trainers to work more closely with your organization. Anyone who takes the TSAT is then qualified to be a participant at TFC’s Advanced Training of Trainers, an extended 5-day intensive the delves more thoroughly into group dynamics, conflict in groups, and working cross-culturally.

GOALS

To enhance workshop facilitation and design skills
To increase the training tools you can use effectively
To gain greater awareness of yourself as facilitator
To meet and receive support from other trainers and learn about new developments in the field

WORKSHOP FORMAT
The workshop begins with dinner and registration at 6 p.m. Friday and runs until 6 p.m. Sunday. On Friday and Saturday evenings the workshop will include an evening session after dinner, the session typically ends between 9:00-10:00 pm.

The workshop is designed as an experiential package with each session building on the previous session. We want to create the best learning environment possible for participants to absorb the combined learning of each session and therefore WE DO NOT ALLOW PARTIAL ATTENDANCE, you must commit to taking the entire workshop.

FEE
If taken separately, this workshop costs $150 US-$375 US, sliding scale based on income. The fee includes over 23 hours of training, meals during workshop hours, and simple lodging for people who request it. To determine your fee, use the chart below.
If your income is... You pay...
under $15,000 $150
$15,001-$25,000 $180
$25,001-$35,000 $210
$35,001-$45,000 $250
$45,001-$55,000 $300
over $55,000 $375


STAFF RATES
Are you being sent to the training by your employer? If so, don't use your income to determine the fee -- use the annual budget of the organization.

REGISTER OR QUESTIONS
To register or get more information about the fee or the workshop, please contact the organizer, Ken Preston at kenpreston@paceebene.org.


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Internships - Houston Interfaith Worker Justice Center



Houston Interfaith Worker Justice Center
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Read online at: http://www.hiwj.org/internships

Internships

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Workers’ Rights Advocate


HIWJ is seeking bilingual, responsible individuals committed to social justice to serve as Workers’ Rights Advocates. As a Workers’ Rights Promoter, you are charged with the honor and responsibility of fighting for justice alongside low-wage workers in the Houston area. Workers come to the Center with various problems at work such as non-payment of wages, discrimination, and injury on the job.



Your role is that of a partner, guide, educator, facilitator, and link, rather than a service provider or decision-making authority. As a promoter, you will educate workers about their rights and labor law and provide them with information about potential courses of action. You will support and facilitate their decision-making process, helping workers realize their own power and agency. You will also stand in solidarity with workers, actively participating in their struggles to improve workplace conditions.

Other internships may also be available, according to our needs and your interests and skills. If you are interested in interning with HIWJ, please contact Laura Boston: http://www.hiwj.org/component/contact/9-hiwjc-office/2-laura-boston

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Monday, September 12, 2011

Writing to Make a Difference: How to Create Fundraising and Outreach Materials that Get Results



http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/article.php/webinars#upcomingwebinars

featuring Dalya F. Massachi
September 13, 2011 10am PT/11am MT/12pm CT/1pm ET



This highly interactive and practical webinar draws on the award-winning book, "Writing to Make a Difference: 25 Powerful Techniques to Boost Your Community Impact."



You will learn:

The ABC's of copywriting: understanding and advancing your "brand", understanding your intended readers and their needs, and focusing on the benefits you offer

The top characteristics of effective writing and how to apply them to social change work

What to look for when editing your piece, and how to give constructive feedback to others (including a checklist to take with you!)

Cost: $50-$150 per site, depending on your group's budget size. More than one participant per site is encouraged!



Click here to register online or call Ryan Li toll-free at 888-458-8588 x301.



Please contact Ryan Li Dahlstrom for assistance with coordinating additional sites.

For more info and to register: http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/article.php/webinars#upcomingwebinars


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Training Institute for Organizers: Sustaining Momentum and Avoiding Burnout



Training Institute for Organizers: Sustaining Momentum and Avoiding Burnout

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Friday, November 11, 2011 at 9:00 AM - Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 5:00 PM (ET)

New York, NY

Join experienced community organizers Tom Kertes and Greg Rosenthal for an intensive two-day training institute on how to effectively apply power building principles and strategies in order to sustain momentum and avoid burnout. We’ll provide community and labor organizers, non-profit managers, and fund raisers with practical tools to purposefully pace your campaign in ways that keep things going without burning people out.
Who it's for

  • community organizers
  • labor organizers
  • non-profit managers
  • fund raisers
  • grassroots volunteers
  • students
What's included
  • two days of workshops, small group sessions, and exercises
  • follow-up facilitated conference call a few months after the the institute
  • extensive hands-on materials and resources to apply immediately
  • light breakfast and lunch on both days
You'll learn how to
  • design effective campaigns, funding or membership drives, and other initiatives with compelling and captivating energy throughout (from launch to victory)
  • intentionally pace things, without slowing things down or running out of steam
  • implement building components that help keep leaders, staff, and members going strong and motivated through all phases of a campaign, drive or initiative
  • develop strategic plans that achieve many goals, in as few steps as possible, by "stacking" each component to maximize results
You'll have time for
  • reflecting with other organizers about common challenges and solutions to the kinds of problems we face in our work
  • sharing ideas with each other, gaining from a range of experiences and perspectives
  • carefully structured exercises and planning sessions to put ideas into action
  • facilitated discussions about how to bring it all together, distilling big-picture challenges and exploring practical solutions
All our training institutes include
  • materials and resources that you can immediately apply when you go back to your organization
  • community building and leadership development components that model effective practices
  • a follow-up facilitated conference call a few months after the institute, to reflect on application and continue the sharing process
Institute format
  • two full days that include detailed overview of how to apply the model to solve specific challenges faced by organizers
  • fully facilitated break out groups that apply the model through hands-on exercises
  • facilitated dialogues and problem solving sessions
  • community building exercises that model how to develop leadership capacity within your organization (includes homemade lunch)
Cancellation policy
  • Cancel on or before October 21, 2011 (early bird deadline):
    • Full refund
  • Cancel on or before November 10, 2011 (day before institute):
    • Partial refund (minus $75 cancellation fee) or
    • Full credit applied toward a future institute
  • Cancel on or after the day of institute:
    • Full credit applied toward a future institute
Questions?

 


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Thursday, September 1, 2011

Upcoming GIFT Fundraising Webinar

Writing to Make a Difference: How to Create Fundraising & Outreach Materials that Get Results

 

featuring Dalya F. Massachi


September 13, 2011 10am PT/11am MT/12pm CT/1pm ET 

Particularly in these challenging times, you must communicate effectively in writing if you want your words to capture the interest and attention of potential funders, partners, and other stakeholders. Effective writing is clear, concise, and engaging-and prompts your readers' critical thinking and action. It also leaves them wanting more. But how can you make sure that your words "land" as you intend? Wouldn't you like some strategic tools to help you write more efficiently, creatively, and confidently?
Join us as we explore how to plan, draft, and edit polished pieces that will help you reach a whole new level of effectiveness. You will leave inspired and equipped with at least 5 practical tips to begin using immediately. This highly interactive and practical webinar draws on the award-winning book, "Writing to Make a Difference: 25 Powerful Techniques to Boost Your Community Impact."
You will learn:               
  1. The ABC's of copywriting: understanding and advancing your "brand", understanding your intended readers and their needs, and focusing on the benefits you offer
  2. The top characteristics of effective writing and how to apply them to social change work
  3. What to look for when editing your piece, and how to give constructive feedback to others (including a checklist to take with you!)

Cost: $50-$150 per site*, depending on your group's budget size:
$150 for groups with budgets over $1 millionbuy this now
$100 for groups with budgets between $250,000 and $1 millionbuy this now
$50 for groups with budgets less than $250,000buy this now
*More than one participant per site is encouraged


FOR MORE INFO: CLICK HERE

Enlace Institute Fall Trainings

Enlace Institute 2011

The Institute assists social, economic and environmental justice organizations that serve low-wage communities to develop effective mutually accountable teams who continually improve the work of the organizations for their constituencies. Download the Peer Training Program flyer for more information.
We are currently enrolling participants for two training programs: the Peer Trainer Program (basic and advanced) and the Supervisor Program.


Trainings on Evaluation Star (Team analysis and evaluation) Framework
October 18-19, New York
November 15-16, Portland, OR
December 9-10, Mexico

Trainings on 4 Sages (Crisis Management Planning) Framework
October 21-22, New York
November 18-19, Los Angeles
December 13-14, Mexico
Read more about the Enlace frameworks
For more information, please contact the LA office at 213-284-3802 or the Portland office at 503-295-6466. Or write to us at info@enlaceintl.org