This is a matter of life or death. We are facing unprecedented times of health, economic, and climate catastrophe. Tens of thousands of Austinites are unemployed, and more or working for less than living wages during a pandemic. While the working class suffers under COVID conditions,...
**RSVP for Zoom link will be posted on Sunrise ATX's FB page soon** 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...
We are so excited to resume our monthly volunteer opportunities along Shoal Creek! In order to keep y’all safe and to reduce the spread of COVID, we are limiting our volunteer events to 10 people maximum and requiring participants to wear a mask at all...
As we move forward into the new year, President-elect Biden will take office and we look forward to the marked differences in the new administration. However, Biden has demonstrated characteristics of white supremacy, such as paternalism. In an interview before the election, he said that “you...
Join the Austin Justice Coalition's Policy Team as we continue our efforts in making sure Texas is equipped with best practice policies in racial and social justice and other areas of concern for our organization. Come learn about local and statewide policy/ legislation and ways...
How did Austin become a city that values open space and recreation? Origins of a Green Identity charts the efforts of the time period from roughly 1950-1970 when the earliest conservationists sought to preserve the natural environment and create parkland for the citizens of Austin....
Good Bye, 2020! Hello, 2021! There won't be a New Year's Day buffet this year, but we'll serve all the New Year's Day foods that bring good luck as to-go meals. (menu below) And don't forget to order mimosas to-go! We'll also have Eastcider Sangria...
Join us for our first general body meeting in 2021! With the legislative session right around the corner come find out what's going on in the organization, what's on our agenda, as well as hear from other community members/organizations. Of course we will also discuss...
Almost 90% of the national parks are impacted by air pollution including Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains, obstructing the awe inspiring views of geological wonders and night skies. The State of Texas is currently updating its plan to reduce pollution impacting these parks and the health of visitors in surrounding communities and need to hear...
Reimagining Public Safety is the City of Austin’s multifaceted strategy to redefine public safety, improve safety outcomes, address racial and institutional inequities, and increase accountability and transparency in policing. Join the conversation about Reimagining Public Safety in Austin at an upcoming meeting in your council...
