Category: Transforming Our World

How to talk about abortion: A post-Roe mini-workshop, Wed Oct. 26, 7 pm via Zoom

Many of us are uneasy when we contemplate talking about abortion with friends and relatives, especially those who are not in full agreement with us. Yet, now more than ever, it is critical to have those conversations to engage hearts and minds.  What you will learn In this mini-workshop, you will learn about leading with … Continue reading How to talk about abortion: A post-Roe mini-workshop, Wed Oct. 26, 7 pm via Zoom

New Reproductive Justice Work Group Forms and Board Endorses Action of Immediate Witness

This summer, we saw a huge step back for human rights in our country when Roe v. Wade was overturned. So when Rev. Eric posted about a Side With Love/UUA training on congregational organizing on Reproductive Justice, several of us jumped on board! From there, we decided to form an intersectional, action-oriented group to mobilize … Continue reading New Reproductive Justice Work Group Forms and Board Endorses Action of Immediate Witness

Abortion is a Human Right

“Under international human rights law, everyone has a right to life, a right to health, and a right to be free from violence, discrimination, and torture or cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment. Access to safe abortion is a human right. “In many circumstances, those who have no choice but to resort to unsafe abortions also … Continue reading Abortion is a Human Right

Building a Culture of Inclusion: the 8th Principle

We are called to build a Beloved Community. We are continuing our journey toward dismantling racism and oppression.  We have shifted in our social consciousness and are continuing to make changes as we look at our inclusive actions,  address our goals for working toward long term cultural change, and  stand in solidarity with social movements … Continue reading Building a Culture of Inclusion: the 8th Principle

Help Us Achieve 100% Clean Energy in Snohomish County School Districts!

School electrification can make a big difference in carbon emissions. Not only are school buildings contributing to the 40% of emissions from buildings in Washington State, but diesel school buses also pollute the air inside them and out. Therefore, a focus on decarbonizing schools and student transportation will have the dual benefit of tackling climate … Continue reading Help Us Achieve 100% Clean Energy in Snohomish County School Districts!

Women and Climate Change: Victims and Activists

Climate Change is human-driven but not created equally among Nations. Nor does it affect people equitably: the effects are most felt by those nations that participated least in the consumerism and addiction to fossil fuels that has driven Climate Change. Across the world, women and children in poverty suffer most from drought, flooding, unpredictable and … Continue reading Women and Climate Change: Victims and Activists