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#necessarySystemsDaily:
Black Mass Coalition - Amplify the Call
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As we navigate the heat of summer we are dedicating July's #necessarySystemsDaily to amplifying Black Mass Coalition's Blueprint For A New World.
The Black Mass Coalition is a group of statewide leaders, including Ujima, from grassroots organizations to institutional entities, that developed a list of actionable, tangible items for four groups -- the private sector, nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, and government -- to commit and follow through on in order to prove that their statement, "Black Lives Matter!," is more than words but a vision of a world they want to make true with us.
Over the course of the month we will share elements of Black Mass Coalition's Targets and hope you will join us by sharing on social media.
WEDNESDAY 6:15 PM: #CoLearning: Cooperative Work w/ Mo Manklang
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Time: Wednesday, July 8th, 6:00PM | Location: Zoom Only
This week, we are joined by Mo Manklang of the U.S. Federation of Cooperative Workers. Join us to learn and engage with the history of Cooperatives and gain a deeper understanding of Cooperative Networks.
- July 8 - Cooperative Work w/ Mo Manklang
- July 8 - Time Banking Outreach Member Team Meeting
- July 8 - Ujima Neighborhood Economic Study Group
#CoDirect Recap
Last week, we had our monthly #Co-Direct Meeting check out the notes and click here to watch the latest from Ujima's Team. Notes Below:
#EventEdition
How is it July? Despite time not existing anymore, it is time for a new #eventsEdition. Below we have some virtual events to engage in. Most notably our new assembly with BECMA To Possess Freedom Once Again.
Featured Events
JULY - Ujima Wednesdays
JULY 19 - JULY 27 - To Possess Freedom Once Again (ZOOM)
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JULY 8 - Ujima Neighborhood Economic Study Group (ZOOM)
July 8 - Virtual Seminar: Daughters of the Dust with Kyéra Sterling
JULY 8 - Speaker DeLeo: Bring H4440 to Vote. Allow Fossil Fuel Divestment
JULY 10-12 - Virtual Boston JerkFest LIVE ! Rum, Wine and Brew Tasting
JULY 20 - Town Hall: Coping with COVID-19 Stress in Children and Families of Color
More July Events
Opportunities to Listen
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Opportunities to Listen:
- Code Switch Podcast - We Aren’t Who We Think We Are EP
- NPR’s Fresh Air Podcast - The Militarization of the Police EP
- Top Rank Podcast - Reinvention of Tech Education w/ The Knowledge House EP
- How to Survive the End of the World Podcast - Tarot for the End of Times EP
Join the Ujima Time Bank!
Speaking of alternative currency... The Ujima Time Bank is another way to save money and create community connections while creating a new economy in Boston!
What is a time bank?
A Timebank is a system of exchange where the unit of value is person-hours. When a member of a timebank performs one hour of service for another member, they are awarded one hour of credit in the Timebank, which can then be redeemed for one hour of service from another member. For example: Samantha can fix Jess’s blinds, and then Jess can teach Freddie Spanish, then Freddie later gives Samantha a ride, and the Timebank keeps track so it’s fair.
*Featured Offer: "Guided Meditation for Stress or Relaxation" Expires in 5 months
“I have a lot of experience with mindfulness both personally (I lived in Buddhist monasteries for a couple years) and professionally (teaching / coaching). Especially during these times, I’d love to share it. I live in Jamaica Plain, but it can be done over the phone or Skype.”
*Featured Request: "Help put in my window A/C?" Never Expires
“I live in JP and am looking for someone to help me put in one or both of my window A/C units. I simply cannot lift them on my own! Timing is flexible, and I’d be masked and properly socially distanced.
Thanks in advance for considering :)"
Join the time bank to respond and see more! Anyone who lives in Boston can join the Time Bank at www.ujimaboston.com/
How to Become a Co-Investor in the Ujima Fund
How to Become a Co-Investor in the Ujima Fund
Another Boston Is Happening. Now You Can Invest in It.
- Read Ujima's Offering Memorandum. This document describes the risks, regulations, and background of the fund. The Offering Memorandum should be read in it's entirety, with careful attention to the Risk Factors (page 11), Description of Notes (39), and Subordination Agreement (77).
- Consult the personal finance worksheet if you are unsure of how much to invest.
- Invest online (multiple payment options available):
- Choose the option next to the type of investment you are making.
- Complete and sign all forms via Docusign (Investment Agreement, W-9, and Demographic Information).
- After submitting, select your payment option. (You will see instructions on how to send a check if that is your preferred payment.)
- OR: Invest via mail:
- Choose the option next to the type of investment you are making.
- Select the print option on Docusign.
- Complete and sign all forms manually (Investment Agreement, W-9, and Demographic Information).
- Write a check, payable to the Fund, for the amount you wish to invest in the applicable Notes.
- Send the Investment Agreement and your check to the Fund [PO BOX 180310 Boston MA 02118].
- Email invest@ujimaboston.com
or call 617-446-3863 with any questions
Please contact invest@ujimaboston.com
Ujima Neighborhood Economics Study Group
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We are excited that the Ujima Neighborhood Economics Study Group is underway, continuing to explore the feasibility of projects that address our community-wide needs. The group meets every second Wednesday, and the next meeting is TONIGHT July 8th. This study group is co-coordinated by Ujima members and staff. Some participants will focus on a specific area of study and some writ-large. The group will build on the learnings from the exploration that Ujima members have already done, and will carry this research forward to get even closer to implementation and investment in projects that meet our needs.
The topics include:
- Community Land Trust
- Community Owned Internet
- Community Owned Energy
- Urban Farming
- Creative Economic Placemaking (Black Market)
- Community Space
- Arts/Cultural Organizing Space
- Childcare
There is also space for members to coordinate study groups on additional topics of interest. Please email lynchcasey2@gmail.com if you are interested in getting involved or want more information!
Internship Opportunities
We need your help to find great interns to grow our team. Ujima is offering these internship opportunities on an ongoing basis. Please share widely!
To apply, email nia@ujimaboston.com to express interest and get further information.
Ujima Membership Renewal
Renew your Ujima Membership today. We need dedicated members to build a just future, and we’re asking you to join us again for year two. Our goal is to reach 95% member renewals; while growing our overall membership to 700. Help spread the word about our network and activities!
Jobs in the Ujima Network
- Investment and Fundraising Director, East Bay Permanent Real Estate Cooperative
- Program Coordinator, Capital Strategies Program, Transform Finance
- Communications and Outreach Director, Food and Farm Communications Fund
- Multiple Positions, Resource Generation
- InclusionBoston Senior Coordinator, YW Boston
- Boston While Black Community & Events Manager, The Collier Connection
- Racial Equity & Justice Staff Attorney / Director of MLRI Racial Equity & Justice Project, Massachusetts Law Reform Institute
- Director of Operations and Partnerships, Union Capital Boston
- Director of InclusionBoston, YW Boston
- Contact Tracer, Partners in Health
- Multiple Positions, Scholars Strategy Network
- Multiple Positions, Democracy Collaborative
- Loan + Outreach Officer and Bookkeeper/ Administrative Coordinator, Cooperative Fund of New England
- Multiple Positions, Better Future Project
- Democracy Interns, Small Planet Institute
- Multiple Positions, All In Energy
- Director Of Operations, The Algorithmic Justice League
Upcoming Ujima Meetings
We hold Open Meetings every Wednesday at 6pm, on ZOOM! Check out our July Calendar below!
The Zoom link for Ujima Wednesday meetings is: tinyurl.com/bostonujimaprojectzoom
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