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Houston’s Climate Action and Resilience Strategies
online United Kingdom, LondonJoin Priya Zachariah, Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer for the City of Houston, as she discusses the City of Houston’s Climate Action Plan and the Resilient Houston plan. Priya will explain how the City of Houston’s Climate Action Plan aims to address reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the Resilient Houston plan addresses community resilience, …
Eight Crucial Years for Our Civilization
online United Kingdom, LondonMost people don’t realize quite how pivotal the next eight years are for the future of our climate, our planet, and our civilization. Join Phoebe Barnard, lead author of the global climate action blueprint, “World Scientists’ Warnings Into Action: Local to Global,” with 15 top global scientists, economists and governance specialists, as she outlines the …
Earth Month EcoChallenge
online United Kingdom, LondonThe Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston invites you to celebrate Earth Day/Month by joining our team for the online Earth Month EcoChallenge. This EcoChallenge focuses on the sustainable development goals of the United Nations, with categories of: basic needs & security, health & equity, education & livelihood, economy & communities and climate & ecosystems. You …
The Path of Hope: A Study on Climate Action for Faith Communities
online United Kingdom, LondonYou are invited to join an online discussion series built around 15-minute videos featuring interviews with US faith leaders, representatives of climate-impacted communities from the global South, and presentations by UN officials and other experts. The videos walk viewers through four key climate policy issues that intersect with universal faith concerns for vulnerable and marginalized …
Collective Visioning for Our Region’s Water
online United Kingdom, LondonIn a generation, much of the U.S. will resemble the lower Galveston Bay Watershed, a 10-county region surrounding Houston which Bayou City Waterkeeper (BCWK) serves. Home to the most diverse population, and also one of the most ecologically diverse major urban areas, our waterways — consisting of 2,500 miles of bayous, as well as creeks, …
Carbon Fee & Dividend: What’s Justice Got to Do with It?
online United Kingdom, LondonMembers of Citizen's Climate Lobby explain the ins and outs of carbon fee & dividend as an economic policy tool to address climate change. Learn about the positive impact not only on the environment, but also on jobs, the economy, and human health. And, carbon fee & dividend has been deemed by economists as the …
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
online United Kingdom, LondonAs people of faith and conscience, we believe elections are a referendum on the values that will shape our future. How can we renew our fragile democracy? How do we honor the human dignity of every person? Will we protect our Sacred Earth and our children’s future? What policies will prioritize the common good and …
Faith in Democracy
St. Paul United Methodist Church 5501 Main St, Houston, TX, United StatesTexas Impact, an interfaith justice advocacy organization based in Austin (https://texasimpact.org/about-us/), is coming to see you here in Houston! Faith in Democracy is your opportunity to reflect with Houston faith leaders about why civic engagement is a must for faith communities. You’ll also hear from Texas Impact about their plans for the 2023 legislative session …
Bow Ties & Brews: Jerry
Saint Arnold Brewing Company 2000 Lyons Ave. , Houston, TX, United StatesJoin us for a fun evening at St. Arnold's Brewery in the private Investor's Pub to support Judge Jerry Simoneaux's reelection. The theme is Bow Ties & Brews. You bring a bow tie to wear (make it fun!) and Judge Simoneaux will provide the beer and appetizers. He'll also give a brief update on the …
Voter Registration Event
Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church 2353 Rice Blvd., Houston, TX, United StatesLive in Harris county and need to register to vote or change the address on your registration? Get registered in time for the 2022 election in November! Bring your TX driver’s license, or state-issued i.d. to register. Or, if you don’t have these forms of identification, you can register using the last 4 digits of …
Alexander Vindman Live in Houston
Congregation Emanu El 1500 Sunset Blvd., HoustonLt. Col. (retired) Alexander Vindman, the man of conscience who reported President Trump’s “perfect call” that led to presidential impeachment, will discuss his book, Here, Right Matters: An American Story, at The Progressive Forum Thursday, October, 13 at 7:30 p.m. CT.
Fall 2022 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve 6304 Gasmer, Houston, TX, United StatesCalling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, getting the park spruced up for MusicFest on Oct. 29. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. Meet at the …
The Path of Hope: A Study on Climate Action for Faith Communities
online United Kingdom, LondonYou are invited to join an online discussion series built around 15-minute videos featuring interviews with US faith leaders, representatives of climate-impacted communities from the global South, and presentations by UN officials and other experts. The videos walk viewers through four key climate policy issues that intersect with universal faith concerns for vulnerable and marginalized …
Climate Solutions 101
online United Kingdom, LondonThink there is no solution to climate change? Nothing could be farther from the truth. Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions. Rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges, these materials from Project Drawdown concentrate on game-changing climate action based on rigorous scientific research and analysis. This course, …
Confronting Climate Gridlock
online United Kingdom, LondonConfronting climate change will require interconnected efforts to improve technologies, policy, and diplomacy. Professor Dan Cohan of Rice University will explore the interconnections between domestic and international efforts and market-based and policy approaches to accelerate the pursuit of clean energy and slow global warming. Drawing on lessons from his recently published book, Confronting Climate Gridlock: …
Confronting Climate Gridlock
online United Kingdom, LondonConfronting climate change will require interconnected efforts to improve technologies, policy, and diplomacy. Professor Daniel Cohan of Rice University will explore the interconnections between domestic and international efforts and market-based and policy approaches to accelerate the pursuit of clean energy and slow global warming. Drawing on lessons from his recently published book, Confronting Climate Gridlock: …
Earth Month EcoChallenge – The Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations
online United Kingdom, LondonAll Houston-area residents are invited to participate in the online Earth Month Ecochallenge. This event offers you the opportunity to care for the earth and all its peoples by taking on a challenge in: climate & ecosystems, economy & communities, health & equity, education & livelihood or basic needs & security. You can learn about …
Write Your Narrative, Change the World
Sesh Coworking 2808 Caroline Street #100, #201, Houston, TX, United StatesJoin us for a conversation about writing from your unique perspective and how to channel your voice into stories that reach the entire world. Amid the 88th Texas Legislature, learn how to engage in constructive action to support meaningful causes of reproductive and LGBTQ+ rights. PAMELA RIBON is an Academy Award-nominated screenwriter, best-selling author, and …
Spring 2023 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve 6304 Gasmer, Houston, TX, United StatesCalling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment during Earth Month! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, including mulching around plantings, cleaning up the park and painting. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. …
Guided Prayer Walk in the Park
Hermann Park 6001 Fannin St, Houston, TXConnect with God as revealed through creation at Hermann Park in this guided prayer walk in the park, using the park’s beautiful natural setting to stimulate prayer and reflection. At each stop along the walk, there will be a theme, an accompanying Bible verse, and reflection questions for you to ponder. Deepen your Christian spiritual …
GLAAD Media Engagement 101
Morris Frank Library 10103 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX, United StatesTelling Your Story: Messaging & Media Tools For Today’s Activist, Engagement 101 training with "Students Engaged in Advancing Texas (SEAT)", a movement of young people developing transferable skills and demonstrating youth visibility in policymaking on August 12th at 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. In this training, participants will learn the basics of media structure and …
Democratic National Convention Watch Party
Angel Share 924 Congress St, Houston, TX, United StatesJoin your HRC Houston community to watch and discuss the 2024 National Democratic Convention at Angel Share from 7pm-10pm on August 22, 2024. 924 Congress St, Houston, TX 77002
Election Night Watch Party!
1201 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002 1201 Caroline St., HoustonYou are especially invited to watch and discuss the upcoming Presidential Election of 2024 with your LGBTQ+ Houston community at Tom's Watch Bar on Tuesday, November 5th from 6-11 PM @ 1201 Caroline Suite #161 (Level G). Valet available and there is a parking garage across the street. This event is hosted by the Human …
Together in Community Rally at the Montrose Center
The Montrose Center 401 Branard St, 2nd Floor, Houston, TX, United StatesThis morning, many of us may be feeling anxious and uncertain. However, no matter what comes our way, our mission remains clear and unchanged: to empower our LGBTQ+ community to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We welcome you to join us tonight at the Center to come together in community.
Protecting Our Future – Post-Election Legal Essentials for the LGBTQ+ Community
MarMo, 2121 Market St., Galveston 2121 Market St., Galveston, GalvestonJoin the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce in Galveston for an important discussion post-election. With potential legal and societal shifts on the horizon, staying informed and proactive is essential for the LGBTQ+ community. The Chamber invites you to an important discussion on post-election legal strategies and protections designed to empower LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and …