OCIC Ottawa Regional Forum ~ Strategies for Cohesion in Engaging Civil Society
Friday, March 12, 2010 from 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM (ET)
Promoting an understanding of local and global issues and encouraging people in taking action is an important part of international cooperation work. Through a look at relevant case studies of civil society mobilization this Forum will provide opportunities to reflect on root challenges to cohesiveness in social justice organizing for international cooperation. Attention will focus on highlighting practical tools and strategies for building and strengthening movements that walk the talk of working together for positive social change. Panel presentations will highlight successes, challenges and lessons learned related to social justice organizing.
Speakers include:
o Farrah Miranda (No One is Illegal Toronto) on grassroots mobilization and influencing Social Policy
o Graham Saul (Climate Action Network) on lessons from the Climate & Environment sector
o Manu Sharma (Ottawa Centre for Research & Innovation) on the potential of Social Media
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