<div><div><div><div><span style="color:rgb(51,51,51);font-size:12px;font-family:verdana,arial,sans-serif">(I'll be sending 3 emails today about 3 upcoming SoJust events. Didn't want you to miss any of them!)</span><br style="color:rgb(51,51,51);font-size:12px;font-family:verdana,arial,sans-serif">
</div><div><span style="color:rgb(51,51,51);font-size:12px;font-family:verdana,arial,sans-serif"><br></span></div><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:inherit">Building on the success of 2012 RootsCamp DC and 2010 RootsCamp MA, this progressive “unconference” will take place the weekend of April 6-7 at SEIU 1199 in Dorchester. The all volunteer RootsCamp MA Organizing Committee invites you to attend and connect with a diverse and inclusive group of activists from across the state.<br>
<br><b>What is <a href="http://www.bit.ly/rootscampma" target="_blank">RootsCamp MA</a>?</b> A unique space and opportunity for the progressive community to come together, employing a simple and participatory</span><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">“unconference” model that allows organizers focused on different issues to meet and debrief in a way that promotes shared learning and engagement. Rather than traditional panels or PowerPoints, participants set the agenda and have real live conversations about valuable organizing lessons taken from the field, both online and offline. Attendees have the opportunity to establish lasting new partnerships with organizers from all over the state. This model, first launched in 2006 by the New Organizing Institute, has proven very successful across the country. Learn more at</span><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"> </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bit.ly%2Frootscampma&h=QAQFP_GPJ&s=1" style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(33,117,177);text-decoration:none;display:inline;font-family:inherit" target="_blank">www.bit.ly/rootscampma</a><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>Who should attend RootsCamp MA? </b>Change agents and progressives of all stripes, from across Massachusetts, who have lessons to share, more to learn, or campaigns and projects to move forward. Whether you consider yourself a "progressive" or simply work on an issue or matter that moves our country forward, add your voice and perspective -- help shape and take ownership over RootsCamp MA.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>Tickets:</b> $20 - includes breakfast, lunch and snacks both days (limited number of $10 tickets available). Purchase at </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rootscampma13.eventbrite.com&h=NAQGgf0C5&s=1" style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(33,117,177);text-decoration:none;display:inline;font-family:inherit" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:inherit">www.rootscampma13.eventbri</span>t<WBR>e.com</a><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>Sponsorship levels:</b> $100, $250 and $500.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">Sponsors make it possible for us to keep the ticket price accessible. Benefits detailed at</span><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"> </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rootscampma13.eventbrite.com&h=XAQEbYtRr&s=1" style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(33,117,177);text-decoration:none;display:inline;font-family:inherit" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:inherit">www.rootscampma13.eventbri</span>t<WBR>e.com</a><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>How is it organized?</b> It's an "unconference" - meaning YOU get to present a session without having to submit a proposal ahead of time. The whole point of RootsCamp MA is for local organizers to own and drive the conversation. It's the only conference this year where you are guaranteed to have a chance to talk about what YOU want to talk about. It's part reflection: a candid environment to share what's working and what isn't. It's also a chance to get to know each other better and plan the year ahead.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>This is an participant-driven event,</b> where everyone who shows up has a chance to share their experience and knowledge relating to progressive issues, campaigns, and strategies.</span><br>
<br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>Visit</b></span><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"> </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bit.ly%2Frootscampma&h=7AQF47bb_&s=1" style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(33,117,177);text-decoration:none;display:inline;font-family:inherit" target="_blank">www.bit.ly/rootscampma</a><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"> </span><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">t<WBR>o learn more or join the planning team.</span><br style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">
<i><br></i><div><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><i><b>Special thanks to our Gold Sponsors!</b> (list in formation)</i></span></div>
<div><span style="line-height:20px;color:rgb(61,26,22);font-size:13px;font-family:verdana">ACLU Massachusetts</span></div><div><span style="line-height:20px;color:rgb(61,26,22);font-size:13px;font-family:verdana">Socializing for Justice</span></div>
<div><span style="line-height:20px;color:rgb(61,26,22);font-size:13px;font-family:verdana">The NonProfit Center<br>Tufts Peace & Justice Studies</span></div><div><span style="line-height:20px;color:rgb(61,26,22);font-size:13px;font-family:verdana"><br>
</span></div><div><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif"><b>Join them by purchasing a sponsorship or ticket at</b> </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rootscampma13.eventbrite.com&h=uAQFNW0ud&s=1" style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(33,117,177);text-decoration:none;display:inline;font-family:inherit" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:inherit">www.rootscampma13.eventbri</span>t<WBR>e.com</a><span style="line-height:19px;color:rgb(39,39,39);font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif">.</span></div>
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