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Partners for Global Solutions

Citizens for Global Solutions Partners' Program is a fun and easy way for people to make a real difference on the global issues that matter to them. Partners are part of a nation-wide network of activists committed to affecting global change by taking action in their own communities.

Six times a year, Partners are given the opportunity to participate in a project of their choice. Whether it's lobbying an elected official, hosting a house party, or writing an opinion piece for their local newspaper, Partners find the project or projects they are most interested in. Projects can be as easy as making a phone call to a local leader, as involved as planning a town hall meeting, or as fun as making a short video. Whatever the issue, whatever the project, there is opportunity for everyone to be a part of real change.

March/April Project

Write a poem, grab a camera, submit your video! Enter the Spring 2007 Virtual Poetry Slam Contest. Tell the world what you think of U.S. torture and interrogation tactics. It's easy. Just follow the simple steps below and you're on your way. Visit http://virtualpoetryslam.net for more info.



How to Participate:

  1. Read or think about the current theme, TORTURE, inspired by the End Torture Campaign (http://endtorture.net). There is a lot of information and opinions out there about torture and prisoner abuse, both at home and abroad. The issue has come to the forefront of America?s consciousness as it?s hit the front pages newspapers and landed in prime time television shows. What do you think? A good place to start is by visiting: http://www.virtualpoetryslam.net/main/contests/2007/theme.

  2. Write a poem inspired by the theme. Poetry can be anything you want it to be. Your poem can rhyme or be free-form. Your ideas can be general or specific. Be sarcastic or sincere, furious or light-hearted. Just make it your own.

  3. Practice performing your poem. If you?re working in a small group, figure out who performs the poem the best.

  4. Record your performance. You can shoot video on numerous devices these days. We don?t care what you use; just use whatever you have access to (from a high-end camcorder to a cell phone that can record short videos). We?ve learned that performing your poem in a quiet place to get the best possible sound is really the most important factor.

  5. If you have not already done so, register for the contest by visiting: http://virtualpoetryslam.net. Participants who are not registered will not be eligible for prize money - sorry!

  6. Submit your recording to the virtualpoetryslam.net site. We?ve made it easy, so give it a try by clicking the ?Submit Your Video? link.

If you get stuck at any point, we?re here to help! Email us at contest@virtualpoetryslam.net or call us at: 202-546-3950 x121

Next Teleconference Call:

Learn more about this month's project. Don't miss your chance to listen to and talk to the experts. Tune in:

Saturday, March 10, 2007
1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
1-800-391-2548
Verbal Passcode: VA317855

Past Projects

Just because the Partners worked hard on other projects months ago doesn't mean they're out of date. Check out some of the past projects below. If any of them jump out at you, give us a shout and we'll get you started on your own project.

January/February 2007 - Sign a petition telling your Senators and
Representatives America stands above torture! Get your friends to sign it, too.
+ Jan/Feb [PDF Format]

November/December 2006 - Be the first to order your 2007 Flash-in-a-box toolkits. Visit your local high schools and colleges to spread the word!
+ Nov/Dec [PDF Format]

September/October 2006 - It's election time! Show your support to local candidates and incumbents!
+ Sep/Oct [PDF Format]

July/August 2006- Learn how to talk to your friends about the International Criminal Court.
+ Jul/Aug [PDF Format]
+ Aug mailing [PDF Format]

May/June 2006 - Host a Flash Party!
+ May/Jun [PDF Format]

March/April 2006- Tell us how your local leaders are doing.
+ Mar/Apr [PDF Format]

January/February 2006 - Take action for a 21st Century United Nations.
+ Jan/Feb [PDF Format]

November/December 2006 - Ask your mayor to sign the Urban Environmental Accords.
+ Nov/Dec [PDF Format]

More about the Partners

Have we piqued your interest and you'd like to know more about the Partners Program? + Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Still want more answers or ready to join? Email outreach[at]globalsolutions.org or call 202 546 3950.

 

 

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Website: Citizens for Global Solutions Hawaii

Illinois

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CL: Evan Freund
Website: Citizens for Global Solutions of Chicago

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CL: Evan Freund
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Maine

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CL: Lee Davis

Maryland

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CL: Chuck Frascati

University of Maryland
CD: MD 4, 5, 8
CL: Alicia Bowers
Website: Citizens for Global Solutions University of Maryland

Massachusett

Cape Cod
CD: MA 10
CL: John Valois

Minnesota

CD: MN 1 - 8
CL: Joe Schwartzberg

Missouri

Greater Saint Louis
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CL: Ron Glossop

New York

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CD: NY 1 - 19, 22; NJ 5, 11; CT 3 - 4
CL/President: Lucy Webster

Ohio

Akron
CD: OH 14
CL: Betty Taylor

Oberlin/Northeastern Ohio
CD: OH 9
CL: Marjorie Ramp

Oklahoma

CD: OK 1 - 5
Chapter Organizer: Bill Bryant
Website: Citizens for Global Solutions Oklahoma

Oregon

Portland
CD: OR 1, 3; WA 3
CL: Walt Porter

Corvallis Chapter
CD: OR 2, 4 - 5
CL: Kermit Rohde

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia
CD: PA 1 - 2, 6 - 8, 13, 15 - 16; NJ 1 - 4
CL: Jim Ranney

Pittsburgh
CD: PA 3 - 4, 12, 14, 18
CL: Amy Langham
Website: World Citizens for Global Solutions of Pittsburgh

Utah

CD: UT 1 - 3
CL: Andy Schoenberg

Washington

Portland
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C: Walt Porter

Wisconsin

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CL: Rollin Cooper

Madison
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CL: Bob Reuschlein

Milwaukee
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CL: Debbie Metke

Don't see a chapter in your area? Contact outreach@globalsolutions.org and we'll help you get started.