Justice Works 2013: Full Schedule

1:00pm EDT

How to get the Press’ Attention: Earned Media 101

Have you ever planned an exciting, engaging and interesting event only to be disappointed because it didn't appear in any of the news headlines the next day? This workshop provides a step by step plan to succeed in getting media at your next big event. It will cover everything from writing a press release to speaking to reporters.

Speakers

Billy Easton

Executive Director, Alliance for Quality Education

Since 2005 Mr. Easton has been the Executive Director of AQE. He brings 30 years of experience in community and union organizing and a wealth of experience in strategy, media relations, politics and legislative activity to his work at AQE. Billy provides significant leadership... Read More →

Emily Karol

Communications Associate, Alliance for Quality Education

Saturday June 29, 2013 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Ballroom C Hilton Albany

Introductory Skills Track

1:00pm EDT

Relationship Building: The One-On-One

One key tool we use to change the world is through one-on-one meetings that build deeper realationships by tapping into one's self interest. In this workshop, we'll teach you the pieces of this crucial meeting style and why it's so important for our organizing work. And, you'll get the chance to practice!

Speakers

Lee Ann Hall

Executive Director, Alliance for a Just Society

LeeAnn has been the Executive Director of the Alliance for a Just Society (formerly the Northwest Federation of Community Organizations) since its founding in 1993 and has over 28 years of organizing experience. She guides the development of campaigns and reports, and was at the... Read More →

Rosemary Rivera

Co-Executive Director, Citizen Action of New York

Organizing Director, Citizen Action of New York

Saturday June 29, 2013 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Ballroom D Hilton Albany

Introductory Skills Track

3:45pm EDT

Better Meetings, More Progress: Meeting Facilitation

Meetings are an essential part of organizing, but a poorly run meeting can lead to chaos, hurt feelings, and make your work harder. Learn proven techniques to help build consensus, and keep your meetings efficient and productive.

Speakers

Maurice Mitchell

Coordinator, New York Civic Engagement Table

Maurice has worked in social change and democracy as a student activist, volunteer, and staff member for more than 15 years. Maurice’s work includes deep organizing in local communities as well as statewide and national coalition work. His experience includes electoral and issue-based... Read More →

Saturday June 29, 2013 3:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
Hudson Ballroom Hilton Albany

Introductory Skills Track

3:45pm EDT

Facebook for Organizers and Activists 101

Bring your organizing skills to where the people are: on Facebook. This workshop will teach you some ways to use Facebook more effectively for organizing. Workshop attendees will choose to learn: how to create a Facebook meme without pricey software, or how to make your first Facebook ad, or how to build a Facebook event page like a champ.

Speakers

Charles Lenchner

Co-Founder, Organizing 2.0

Charles Lenchner is co-founder of Organizing 2.0. He currently works as Digital Director for The Real News Network.He co-founded People for Bernie, Ready for Warren and Progressive Democrats of America. He has previously worked for the Working Families Party, Zephyr Teachout, Friends... Read More →

Elana Levin

Director of Strategy & Client Relations, Advomatic

Elana Levin is Director of Strategy and Client Relations for Advomatic, a web development firm working for awesome progressive clients like the AFT, Global Zero, GLAAD and the ACLU. She previously served as Communications Director of the Writers Guild of America, East where she helped... Read More →

Saturday June 29, 2013 3:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
State Room Hilton Albany

Introductory Skills Track

10:00am EDT

New York State Government 101

Ever wonder how a law gets made? Come to this workshop to learn the ins and outs of our state government. From three (or four) men in a room to the state budget and program bills, we’ll teach you what’s happening behind the scene at the Capitol.

Speakers

Charlie King

Charlie King is an attorney, politician, and civic leader in New York. After graduating from the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, he attended Brown University, and New York University Law School. King served as the chairman of the Democratic County Committee in New York County. King... Read More →

Michael Kink

Strong for All Coalition

Michael Kink is Executive Director of the Strong Economy for All Coalition, a labor-community coalition working on issues jobs, economic justice and income inequality. He led the 2011 to win progressive tax reform and a new “Millionaires Tax” for New York; the 2012 campaign... Read More →

Sunday June 30, 2013 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Hudson Ballroom Hilton Albany

Introductory Skills Track

10:00am EDT

Recruiting Volunteers and Keeping Them Around

Volunteers are the cornerstone of the progressive movement. Come to this workshop to learn about proven ways to get more volunteers involved in your work and keep them engaged.

Speakers

Lee Ann Hall

Executive Director, Alliance for a Just Society

Rosemary Rivera

Co-Executive Director, Citizen Action of New York

Organizing Director, Citizen Action of New York

Sunday June 30, 2013 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom D Hilton Albany

Introductory Skills Track