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

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/

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

Monday, August 13, 2007

Save the Date: August 28th

Please mark Tuesday, AUGUST 28TH on your calendar for the next Repro Health Happy Hour! We will be meeting from 6-9pm at Union Hall in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn. Details below.

Have a wonderful rest of your summer! Hope to see you in a few weeks!
Myra and Leila

Directions:


Union Hall is located in Park Slope, Brooklyn, right off the corner of 5th Avenue on Union Street.

R train to Union Street. Walk 1 block east.

F train to 4th Avenue. Walk north on 4th Ave and turn right on Union Street. 1 block up.

Q, 2, 3, 4, 5 trains to Atlantic Avenue. Walk south on 5th Ave. Make a left on Union Street.

Tuesday, August 7, 2007

JOB: Community Affairs Coordinator at PPNYC

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Community Affairs Coordinator for the Public Affairs Department
located at the Executive Offices at 26 Bleecker Street, NY, NY 10012.

This is an Exempt position reporting to the Director of Advocacy & Marketing.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for mobilizing people both in communities throughout New York City and within PPNYC to support and secure full access to reproductive freedom and sexual health. Identifies key constituencies and
develops and carries out mobilizing strategies. Responsible for building and retaining targeted
collaborative partnerships with sister organizations and coalition partners consistent with agency
legislative and advocacy goals. Specific outreach to be focused on forming linkages with ethnically diverse
communities and the communities where PPNYC centers are located. Serves as Public Affairs liaison to
other departments, including the health centers and coordinates PPNYC's 3 Community Advisory Boards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Requires 2-3 years of related and/or applicable experience.
The ideal candidate must have strong speaking, writing, organizational and people skills. Must be
able to work effectively in coalitions and with economically diverse communities. Must have knowledge
of and demonstrated commitment to reproductive health care issues.

Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter with salary requirements to:

Director of Human Resources

resume@ppnyc.org

Planned Parenthood of New York City, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.