organizing
The #StandWithCharlottesville march: How did it go?
by (arcarpenter)
Submitted 08-15-2017 under OPINION
On Sunday, August 13, 2017 hundreds gathered in Rosa Parks Circle for a solidarity march and peace vigil in support of those fighting the recent white nationalist terrorism in Charlottesville, VA. Wearing black as a symbol of mourning, we took over...
Catalyst Radio: An anthology for grassroots activism in Grand Rapids
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 02-17-2017 under NEWS
In this conversation, Dani Vilella shares information about the submission-based book project: Grand Rapids Grassroots: An Anthology. As a part of the "Rust Belt Series" through Belt Publishing, the book will be a collection of...AFL-CIO Organizing Institute
by (Kent-Ionia Labo...)
Submitted 06-29-2016 under
The AFL-CIO’s Organizing Institute (OI) will be rolling into west Michigan this summer– and if you’re interested in a job as a professional union organizer, or want to learn how to effectively run an internal organizing campaign at...
Walking a tightrope between race, art in Grand Rapids
by (DwellingPlaceCo...)
Submitted 12-16-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Derrick Hollowell drops a stack of large paper bags onto the floor. He turns toward me and says “We’re going to curate this show together.” The bags are full of paintings and sketches composed by Hollowell during his 10 years of...
Catalyst Radio: Pekich Park Concert Series to increase community investment
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 08-05-2011 under NONPROFITS
Don't have time to listen right now? Download the MP3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW (9:49) Among the many neighbors in Heartside, Hugo Claudin, an artist and community organizer, noticed that Pekich Park has become a very active...
Health care demonstration
by (Mike Saunders)
Submitted 09-15-2009 under NEWS
August 29, 2009 This Sunday a group of around 250 gathered outside of the Ford Federal Building to support health care reform. The Kent County Democratic Party described the gathering of "Democrats, progressives and independents" as "a counterpoint...