Let's talk about Trees, Mobility, and YOU! We'll join together via Zoom, but turning your camera on and/or introducing yourself via chat is strongly encouraged. We'll have expert presentations on the environment/mobility in Austin, Q&A, and time for breakout discussions. Part 1: Health and Environment in...
Socialist Night School is an open course that provides a chance to develop our politics together, regardless of background knowledge or whether you’ve attended a class before. New members and lifelong socialists, all are welcome! This session, we're going back to the basics. What is...
We will hear from three leaders in healthcare about equity issues embedded in the development, testing, and plans for the distribution of a vaccine for Covid-19. Our speakers are: Dr. Stephanie Hayden, Director, Austin Public Health; Dr. Philip Huang, Director of Dallas County Health and...
Catastrophic-flooding threats are arguably as severe in Central Texas as anywhere in the country. Many of the largest storms produce catastrophic flooding thus deeming the area to be “Flash Flood Alley”. The area is characterized by fast-developing intense storms, some of which have produced world-record...
The 2020 election is fast approaching. Do you know what will be on your ballot? Join us to discuss state and local races, as well as local propositions. We will answer questions such as "Does the Railroad Commissioner really have anything to do with railroads?"...
Local Environmental Enforcement: How county, city, and local governments can protect clean air and water Join us Monday, October 19 at 5 pm to learn more about the benefits of local environmental enforcements. The last year and a half has been a high profile year...
Project Connect is a comprehensive plan to expand Austin's regional transit system. This panel discussion will focus on the equity dimensions of Project Connect and the anti-displacement policy framework embedded in it.
All are welcome at this general hub meeting. Come hear updates on the work we're doing around the Green New Deal, and get plugged in to teams of passionate organizers fighting for change. We'd love to meet you! RSVP for Zoom link here!
Join GROUPTHINK and the Austin Global Shapers in partnership with The Austin Common and GoodPolitics for a ballot review ahead of the upcoming November 3 election. We'll discuss what you need to know before you vote, when you vote and what happens after! This is...
The 2020 online version of the Barton Springs University Day event will launch Tuesday, October 27th. This year we will be offering curriculum for schools and the general public on the BSU website – streaming 9am until noon and then available for use and viewing at any time...
