Starting Date: 06-05-2006
Ending Date: 06-07-2006
Washington, District of Columbia 20005
United States
202-628-7700WHAT: A student summit hosted by
Spiritual Youth for Reproductive Freedom SYRF), a program of the Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice (www.rcrc.org).
The Summit will:
�Explore the theologies of reproductive choice
�Help you articulate your faith values for choice
�Give you the tools to counter the Religious Right on your campus, and
�Help you put your faith into action for choice!
Workshop Highlights: Denominational breakout sessions on the
connections between spirituality and sexuality; pro-faith, pro-choice communication 101; building effective coalitions; how to challenge the Religious Right on campus; organizing a pro-faith pro-choice presence on campus; exploring the history of the movement and finding our place in it; Advocacy 101; and more.
Worship: We will start each day with student-led, interfaith worship.
Lobby Day: After a briefing on how to become an effective lobbyist by
Capitol Hill staff, we will visit Members of Congress to advocate for profaith, pro-choice policies.
Social Activities: This will definitely not be an all work and no play conference! We are organizing fun activities for each evening of the summit, including some Washington, DC sightseeing.
WHEN: June 5-7, 2006
WHO: 100 college students will be selected
WHEN: June 5-7, 2006
WHERE: Washington, DC
HOW: Housing and meals are free.
Limited scholarship money for travel will be available on an as-needed basis.
CONTACT: info@syrf.org
SPACE IS LIMITED!!!
Visit the SYRF website for registration details!
WWW.SYRF.ORG!
More Info and printable flyer: http://www.syrf.org/docs/summit%20flyer%202006%20with%20dates.pdf
Register:
https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=rcrec&formId=13170Geographical Scope: National Conference |
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