Hey fellow activists and organizers!<br><br>There are still a few spots left for <b><a href="http://www.sojust.org/events/55667782/" target="_blank">tonight's Art of the Schmooze skillshare</a></b>. Get great networking tips and then join us at Socializing for Justice's open house, <a href="http://www.sojust.org/events/55668702/" target="_blank">Connecting for Justice, on Thursday, May 24</a>. Share this with your friends and colleagues - please be sure they register!<br>
<br>Best,<br>Robbie<br><br><p>Do you often get stuck in conversations? Not know how to approach people at networking events? <strong>Join Socializing for Justice for a <em>fast-paced,</em> <em>fun & interactive</em> Skillshare on the Art of the Schmooze on May 14, 6:00 - 8:30 PM</strong> at the NonProfit Center by South Station. <br>
</p><p><b style="color:rgb(255,0,0)">Register:</b> <a href="http://www.sojust.org/events/55667782/" target="_blank">http://www.sojust.org/events/55667782/</a> - newcomers always welcome!<br><b>Fee:</b> $10-$20 (sliding scale - cash at the door)<br>
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<p>SoJust hosts events that draw progressives of all stripes that share
common values but may work on different issues. We host monthly socials
that allow for the possibility of cross-issue connections and run a
monthly Skillshare Series, hosted by The NonProfit Center*, which
increases our individual capacity for movement building.</p>
<p>SCHEDULE <br>
6:00-6:30 Socializing - <strong>bring your own dinner</strong> <br>
6:30-8:30 Training and Q&A</p>
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<p><em>SoJust's Co-Founder, Robbie Samuels, who is well known for his schmoozing skills, is this month's facilitator.</em></p>
<p><strong>Art of the Schmooze</strong> <br>
Forming and cultivating relationships is at the heart of any successful
fundraising campaign, volunteer drive, committee effort or community
building activity. This training will give you the confidence to pursue
your personal goals - from the importance of shaking hands and making
eye contact, to tips on the best opening line and how to exit a
conversation gracefully. An amazing side benefit is that you'll learn
how to create a welcoming community space by keeping an eye out for
outliers, considering yourself a host instead of a guest and knowing how
to compliment someone without "othering" them.</p>
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<p>ABOUT OUR PRESENTER <br>
<strong>Robbie Samuels </strong>has extensive community organizing,
events logistics and fundraising experience. In 2006 he co-founded
Socializing for Justice to build a cross-cultural, cross-issue
progressive community, network and movement in Boston based on the
philosophy of abundance. He is the Senior Manager of Events and Donor
Engagement at Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD). On the
side he offers trainings and consultation to non-profit boards, venture
capitalists and grassroots organizers. In 2011, Boston City Council
named his birthday, September 16, "Robbie Samuels Day". Learn more about
his trainings, including: Art of the Schmooze, Fundraising: Getting
Past the Fear of Asking, Suicide Prevention Training for Community
Leaders, at <a href="http://www.robbiesamuels.com/" target="_blank">www.robbiesamuels.com.</a></p>
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<p><strong>* <a href="http://www.nonprofitcenterboston.org/site/c.ddKGIQNuEmG/b.1363373/k.5381/About_Us__Directions.htm" target="_blank">DIRECTIONS</a> - The NonProfit Center</strong> is located one block from South Station at 89 South Street. The Center is physically accessible through the main lobby. <br>
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<strong>Socializing for Justice - <a href="http://www.sojust.org" target="_blank">www.sojust.org</a></strong> <br>
Since 2006, we've been building this great sandbox where we can bring
progressives of all stripes together and try out new ideas in this
"Movement Moment". Spaces like this are crucial as we start to reframe
and build new visions for our movement(s).</p>
<p>With 2000 members and 5 1/2 years of creating a diverse cross-issue
community in Boston (120+ events!), Socializing for Justice is the best
place to find the great people, organizations and community you're
looking for while putting the SOCIAL back in social justice.</p>
<p><strong>YES, WE MEAN YOU.</strong> We've got members of all ages,
races, genders, sexual orientations, levels of activism and professions.
We hope you see someone like yourself and meet someone you otherwise
wouldn't have.</p>
<p><strong>Want to know more about SoJust?</strong> Check out our <a href="http://sojust.meetup.com/1/messages/boards/view/viewthread?thread=3187615" target="_blank">Frequently Asked Questions</a> and <a href="http://sojust.meetup.com/1/photos/" target="_blank">past event photos</a>!</p>
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