The National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health (NLIRH) and "Grupo de Informacción en Reproducción Elegida" (GIRE)
Cordially Invite You to:
"Building Bridges: A Look at the Reproductive Justice Movements in the U.S. and Mexico"
Come and listen to NLIRH's Silvia Henriquez and GIRE María Luisa Sánchez Fuentes speak about the recent abortion rights victory in Mexico City, current reproductive health policies that affect Latinas in the U.S. and the future of reproductive justice for Latinas.
October 3, 2007, 6-8pm
520 8th Avenue, 22nd Fl.
(at the offices of North Star Fund,between 36th and 37th Streets)
New York, NY 10018
Suggested Donation of $15.00
(No one will be turned away due to lack of funds).
Wine, refreshments and light hors d'oeuvres will be served.
To RSVP, please contact Karla at 212-422-2553, or at nlirh@latinainstitute.org
For more information, please visit:
NLIRH: www.latinainstitute.org
GIRE: www.gire.org.mx
To view the invitation, please visit: www.latinainstitute.org/getinvolved/upcomingevents.html
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Latino Reproductive Rights Community Forum
The Latino Reproductive Rights Project, a joint collaboration of the Hispanic Federation and the National Institute for Reproductive Health invites you, your staff, activists and community members to a community forum on Latino reproductive health disparities.
With the support of Councilwomen Melissa Mark Viverito- Manhattan, and Maria del Carmen Arroyo-Bronx, we will discuss Latina adolescent pregnancy, access to emergency contraception, and HIV/AIDS/STIs, HPV and Cervical Cancer and the work that needs to be accomplished in order to address these issues in the Latino Community.
Manhattan- Thursday, October 4th from 12pm to 2pm.
East Harlem Council for Community Improvement
413 East 120th Street, New York, New York 10035
(Corner of 120th Street and 1st Avenue)
And
Bronx- Friday, October 19th from 12pm to 2pm
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center (Lobby Auditorium)
234 East 149th Street
Bronx, New York 10451,
(b/t Morris and Park Avenues)
RSVP Nancy Conde at nconde@hispanicfederation.org Tuesday, October 2nd for NYC and October 16th for the Bronx.
With the support of Councilwomen Melissa Mark Viverito- Manhattan, and Maria del Carmen Arroyo-Bronx, we will discuss Latina adolescent pregnancy, access to emergency contraception, and HIV/AIDS/STIs, HPV and Cervical Cancer and the work that needs to be accomplished in order to address these issues in the Latino Community.
Manhattan- Thursday, October 4th from 12pm to 2pm.
East Harlem Council for Community Improvement
413 East 120th Street, New York, New York 10035
(Corner of 120th Street and 1st Avenue)
And
Bronx- Friday, October 19th from 12pm to 2pm
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center (Lobby Auditorium)
234 East 149th Street
Bronx, New York 10451,
(b/t Morris and Park Avenues)
RSVP Nancy Conde at nconde@hispanicfederation.org Tuesday, October 2nd for NYC and October 16th for the Bronx.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Socially Conscious Happy Hour
If folks feel like talking to some socially conscious folks that aren't involved in Repro health, check out the Socially Conscious Happy Hour next Wednesday!
Whether your back in school or working, start fall off by expanding your network of
progressive young adults over drinks!
Come out next Wednesday to meet, chat and network with other socially conscious New Yorkers. With a range of backgrounds and goals we are able to share our opinions and gain insight from each in a relaxed environment.
Date: Wednesday 9/19
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Location: Leela Lounge @ 1 West 3rd Street b/t Broadway & Mercer
Directions: Take D to Broadway-Lafayette or A/C/E; B/D/F/V to West 4th
We hope to see you there!
Socially Conscious NYC is a monthly hang-out for young professionals and graduate students in NYC who are interested in discussing current events, relevant social issues of our time and possible solutions. The aim is to build a network and community of socially conscious individuals among the next generation of leaders in every sector of society.
Never Again International, provoking ideas and action for peace
Socially Conscious NYC, a project of Never Again
Whether your back in school or working, start fall off by expanding your network of
progressive young adults over drinks!
Come out next Wednesday to meet, chat and network with other socially conscious New Yorkers. With a range of backgrounds and goals we are able to share our opinions and gain insight from each in a relaxed environment.
Date: Wednesday 9/19
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Location: Leela Lounge @ 1 West 3rd Street b/t Broadway & Mercer
Directions: Take D to Broadway-Lafayette or A/C/E; B/D/F/V to West 4th
We hope to see you there!
Socially Conscious NYC is a monthly hang-out for young professionals and graduate students in NYC who are interested in discussing current events, relevant social issues of our time and possible solutions. The aim is to build a network and community of socially conscious individuals among the next generation of leaders in every sector of society.
Never Again International, provoking ideas and action for peace
Socially Conscious NYC, a project of Never Again
Monday, September 10, 2007
Defenders of Reproductive Justice
NYC Benefit Concert for Reproductive Justice: 9/13 in the East Village
Defenders of Reproductive Justice
Date: 9/13/2007
Time: 7:00pm
An evening of good music for a good reason! Proceeds of the evening will go to Pro Choice Public Education Project (PEP)
Musical quests The Orion Experience, Vince, Diamond, Jon Bezeman. Great raffle prizes and more!
To Buy ticket on line & get a special Defender Gift - Click Here!
Location: Club Midway. 25 Ave B East Village, New York, NY
Contact: Janice
Phone: 914-312-3777 E-Mail: jlf392@nyu.edu
URL: http://defenders913.eventbrite.com/
Defenders of Reproductive Justice
Date: 9/13/2007
Time: 7:00pm
An evening of good music for a good reason! Proceeds of the evening will go to Pro Choice Public Education Project (PEP)
Musical quests The Orion Experience, Vince, Diamond, Jon Bezeman. Great raffle prizes and more!
To Buy ticket on line & get a special Defender Gift - Click Here!
Location: Club Midway. 25 Ave B East Village, New York, NY
Contact: Janice
Phone: 914-312-3777 E-Mail: jlf392@nyu.edu
URL: http://defenders913.eventbrite.com/
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
WORDS OF CHOICE DVD LAUNCH and PARTY
SAVE THE DATE FOR The WORDS OF CHOICE DVD LAUNCH and PARTY.
Our exciting theatrical presentation is now on film!
NEW YORK Launch Party:
October 19, 2007, 7 pm
Helen Mills Theater
139 W. 26th Street
(betw 7th Ave and 6th Ave.)
Film Screening,
Discussion: 'Creative Ways to Fight for Reproductive Rights'
Reception, Networking
212-560-2616 for information or wordsofchoice@mindspring. com
MORE INFORMATION: www.wordsofchoice. org
Seeking New Works for WORDS OF CHOICE ...
"Words of Choice" is seeking creative writing about women's freedom and reproductive rights for possible inclusion in 'An Evening of New Works of Words of Choice,' performed as a staged reading by New York actors and directed by Francesca Mantani Arkus on October 28, 7-9 p.m. in Manhattan at The TACT Studio, 900 Broadway, Suite 905.
We are seeking works of 10 minutes or less.
The 10-minute works may be: scenes, monologues, short plays, sketches, short stories, poetry, spoken word, songs, letters, memoirs or elegant nonfiction. They may be: humorous, serious, eclectic, poignant, fanciful, quirky. They may be about: contraception, sex, abortion, pregnancy, adoption, activism, love, fear, rape, sexuality, gender stereotypes, the Religious Right, women's liberation or whatever spurs our dreams of reproductive freedom.
Send 'Short Words of Choice' by October 1 to wordsofchoice@mindspring.com
People interested in developing new their new works with our creative team are invited to attend a Creativity Workshop by Words of Choice on October 28 from 2-5 pm at The TACT Studio, 900 Broadway, Suite 905. Some selections may be included in 'An Evening of New Works,' (above). Email for further information: wordsofchoice@ mindspring. com or call 212-560-2616.
'Words of Choice' is a nonprofit organization, founded by Cindy Cooper, and devoted to the theatrical and creative expression of women's freedom and rights.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Pass on to any teens you know in NYC...
Dear Youth Advocate:
Did you know that teens living in New York have rights that they may not know about? Teens have the right to make many health care decisions.
Most minors in New York do not know that they can get contraceptives, STI and pregnancy testing, abortions and pre-natal care without permission from their parents.
The Teen Health Initiative (THI) works to make sure that teens know their rights and to remove the barriers that prevent young people from accessing essential health care. Our peer educators conduct workshops for adolescents about minors' rights to receive this care and learn how they can make a difference. We need your help to empower today's youth:
THI seeks dynamic high school students to train other New York youth in teens' rights to health care. The THI Peer Educators meet weekly and
deliver workshops throughout the five boroughs. Peer Educators are
paid $7.50 to $9.50 per hour and receive reimbursement for travel expenses. We encourage you or teens you know to apply to work with us as Peer Educators. Please fill out our application and mail, fax or email it back to us!
THI Peer Educators:
* Work with teens from all over the city, many of whom they may not
otherwise meet
* Improve their knowledge of minors' rights to health care
* Travel to all five boroughs (and beyond!) giving workshops to teens
* Meet with doctors, lawyers, and leaders that represent the
reproductive justice movement in New York and the United States
* Earn stipends of $7.50 to $9.50 an hour or community service credit,
and enjoy delicious multicultural take-out food
* And, most importantly, have a fabulous time!
To become a THI Peer Educator, you need to:
* Be a high school student living in New York City
* Commit to Monday meetings from 4pm to 6pm
* Give at least five workshops during the year throughout New York
City
* Write 2 articles for the THI newsletter, Let's Talk About...
* Be an energetic and enthusiastic team player!
Here's how to apply to become an amazing THI Peer Educator:
* Fill out an application (enclosed or online) and either mail or fax
it o the THI or Request an application by emailing thi@nyclu.org or calling 212.607.3341
We encourage you or teens you know to apply to work with us as Peer Educators - Teens can make a difference!
TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY, go here
Did you know that teens living in New York have rights that they may not know about? Teens have the right to make many health care decisions.
Most minors in New York do not know that they can get contraceptives, STI and pregnancy testing, abortions and pre-natal care without permission from their parents.
The Teen Health Initiative (THI) works to make sure that teens know their rights and to remove the barriers that prevent young people from accessing essential health care. Our peer educators conduct workshops for adolescents about minors' rights to receive this care and learn how they can make a difference. We need your help to empower today's youth:
THI seeks dynamic high school students to train other New York youth in teens' rights to health care. The THI Peer Educators meet weekly and
deliver workshops throughout the five boroughs. Peer Educators are
paid $7.50 to $9.50 per hour and receive reimbursement for travel expenses. We encourage you or teens you know to apply to work with us as Peer Educators. Please fill out our application and mail, fax or email it back to us!
THI Peer Educators:
* Work with teens from all over the city, many of whom they may not
otherwise meet
* Improve their knowledge of minors' rights to health care
* Travel to all five boroughs (and beyond!) giving workshops to teens
* Meet with doctors, lawyers, and leaders that represent the
reproductive justice movement in New York and the United States
* Earn stipends of $7.50 to $9.50 an hour or community service credit,
and enjoy delicious multicultural take-out food
* And, most importantly, have a fabulous time!
To become a THI Peer Educator, you need to:
* Be a high school student living in New York City
* Commit to Monday meetings from 4pm to 6pm
* Give at least five workshops during the year throughout New York
City
* Write 2 articles for the THI newsletter, Let's Talk About...
* Be an energetic and enthusiastic team player!
Here's how to apply to become an amazing THI Peer Educator:
* Fill out an application (enclosed or online) and either mail or fax
it o the THI or Request an application by emailing thi@nyclu.org or calling 212.607.3341
We encourage you or teens you know to apply to work with us as Peer Educators - Teens can make a difference!
TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY, go here
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