Here are some opportunities for those in the Cleveland area to advocate for some of the changes we have been discussing in regard to the welfare of children and changing educatation. Thanks to Rob Farmer from East Shore Unitarian Universalist Church for sending this to me.
Event Calendar: March and April
NIPA is an independent network of people of faith interested in putting their faith into action, politically, to acheive an equitable society. Please see below for events you can participate in to gain knowledge and influence public policy.
Thursday, March 29
We Believe Ohio of Greater Cleveland, Plenary Session, 7:00 PM, Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Ave.(across from CSU). John Corlett of Center for Community Solutions will give an overview of the Ohio budget issues and how it affects Ohio's vulnerable citizens.
Monday, April 16
Advocates for Budget Legislative Equality (ABLE), Town Hall Meeting, 6:00-8:00 PM Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Ave. Cleveland. Presentations by northeastern Ohio representatives on health care, education, and additional budget issues affecting low income citizens. For more information call 216 431 6070.
Wednesday, April 25
Children's Defense Fund, Women of Faith Advisory Group, 10:30-Noon, Myers University, 3813 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. Discussion will center on legislative steps for Kinship Care, a state program to help fund grandparents who care for grandchildren lacking at-home parents. For more information call 216 298 4480.
Thursday, May 3
We Believe Ohio's "Day of Prayer and Action" in Columbus. Lobby legislators on health care, education and other issues affecting vulnerable citizens. More information forthcoming.
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