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STATE HOUSE RALLY RESCHEDULED to Wednesday, March 3rd, 4p
Because of the nor’easter headed to Rhode Island this Wednesday, Feb. 10th, the MERI State House Rally is cancelled. We have rescheduled for Wednesday, MARCH 3rd, 4p.m.
Stay home safe and sound with your lovies, and mark your calendar to head to the State House on MARCH 3rd, at 4p.m.
BE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF HISTORY!
Honoring and Protecting ALL Rhode Island Families
What: Rally for Marriage Equality
When: Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Where: RI State House Rotunda, Providence
Time: 4pm
Will YOUR next Governor sign marriage equality into law?
Raise YOUR voice with the candidates for Governor to call the Rhode Island legislature to action.
Bring YOUR family, grab your signs and join state leaders in demanding full equality for ALL Rhode Island families.
Field Organizer WANTED
The Field Organizer is pivotal in engaging community members in Marriage Equality Rhode Island’s campaign to win equal civil marriage rights for all Rhode Island couples, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The Field Organizer will ensure that volunteers are appropriately engaged in meaningful activities likely to enhance MERI’s grassroots campaign, aid in the local development of MERI action teams, manage canvasses, build and coordinate coalition partners and seek to engage key business and civic leaders in ways likely to influence support for equal civil marriage rights.
Requirements:
• 3 - 5 years organizing experience on political or issue advocacy campaigns, including experience recruiting and organizing volunteers,
• Be an articulate, detail-oriented, diplomatic, organized, and computer-literate,
• Be able to work independently and manage a number of simultaneous projects,
• Be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, social messaging and the internet,
• Ability to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends,
• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus,
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required,
• Commitment to our mission of securing marriage equality.
Marriage Equality Rhode Island offers a competitive salary and health benefits.
This position is full time.
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to
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All encouraged to apply. This position will remain open until filled.
Field Director WANTED
The Field Director position is an excellent opportunity to play a leadership role in Marriage Equality Rhode Island’s campaign to win equal civil marriage rights for all Rhode Island couples, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The Field Director will lead MERI’s grassroots organizing efforts statewide to educate, activate and mobilize marriage equality supporters to engage with decision-makers in the process to gain full equality. She/he will be part of the leadership team, responsible for implementing the strategic plan directing all field operations.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree, with 5+ years of grassroots organizing or campaign field experience,
• Knowledge of and commitment to Rhode Island,
• Excellent oral and written communications skills,
• Hard-working and highly organized,
• Experience managing and supervising staff,
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines,
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, GetActive, Constant Contact, social messaging and the internet,
• Ability to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends,
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required,
• Commitment to our mission of securing marriage equality.
Marriage Equality Rhode Island offers a competitive salary and health benefits. This position is full time.
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to
. All encouraged to apply. This position will remain open until filled.
Operations and Development Associate WANTED
The Operations and Development Associate will work with our Executive Director and be responsible for all administrative aspects of our work, including: data management for finances, reporting needs, IT, communications, scheduling MERI activities, and support for our leadership staff and board. The Associate will play an instrumental role in the development plan, human relations management and be involved in every aspect of MERI operations.
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a non-profit organization as an administrator.
• Excellent writing, speaking and accounting skills.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, especially evenings and weekends.
• Ability to become part of a hard-working team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, QuickBooks social messaging and the internet.
• Commitment to our mission of securing marriage equality.
Marriage Equality Rhode Island offers a competitive salary and health benefits. This position is full time
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to . All encouraged to apply. This position will remain open until filled.
Lesbian Speed Dating, January 24th
Are you looking to meet other lesbian or queer women in Rhode Island? Are you tired of the bar or club scene and the cheesy pick up lines?
If so, join us for Local 121’s first Lesbian Night featuring Lesbian Speed Dating on Jan. 24th. Have fun, meet new people and bid on mystery dates. Come to find a connection while helping raise money for MERI to continue the fight for equality in Rhode Island.
To RSVP join Lesbians Out and About RI at http://www.meetup.com/Lesbians-Out-and-About-RI/ or email Ebony at .
Space is limited, so RSVP by January 20, 2010.
When: Sunday, January 24, 2010
Time: 7pm, doors open at 6p
Where: Local 121, 121 Washington Street, Providence
Cost: $12.00 per person
This is a 21+ event.
Stay for music and dancing from 10-12:45pm.
MARRIAGE EQUALITY RHODE ISLAND APPLAUDS THE LEGISLATURE FOR AFFIRMING EQUAL RIGHTS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 5, 2010
For more information, contact:
Kathy J. Kushnir, Executive Director
Marriage Equality RI, 401.941.2727
MARRIAGE EQUALITY RHODE ISLAND APPLAUDS THE LEGISLATURE FOR AFFIRMING EQUAL RIGHTS
Now is the time for the General Assembly to embrace full equality for same-sex couples by passing civil marriage legislation this year, unafraid of another gubernatorial veto.
“On behalf of the board and tens of thousands of statewide supporters of equal civil marriage rights, we are thrilled that the legislature overrode the governor’s mean-spirited veto of the funeral arrangements legislation and restored some measure of dignity and respect to LGBT Rhode Islanders,” said Kathy J. Kushnir, executive director of Marriage Equality Rhode Island.
“Now, at the worst time of their lives, people won’t have to fight simply to lay their loved ones to rest. We urge the legislature to embrace full equality for all Rhode Islanders by passing marriage equality legislation this year, unafraid of another gubernatorial veto. It’s what our citizens need and deserve,” Kushnir added.
MERI Hiring Field Team
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Work for the most exciting civil rights campaign of our time!
MERI has provided strategic focus, guidance and political momentum to the marriage equality movement in Rhode Island. Yet, powerful and well-funded opponents of equality are working to ensure that loving, same-sex couples do not have the right to marry.
Now is the time to stand up for equal rights. We in Rhode Island have the opportunity to bring equal civil marriage rights to our state.
To do this, MERI is running a state-wide canvass to mobilize constituents in key legislative districts to convince legislators to support marriage equality for all Rhode Islanders.
MERI is currently hiring canvassers and team leaders.
Work with MERI to ensure that the conservative and far-right agenda does not become a reality. We are looking for passionate and articulate people for part-time positions.
Campaign and canvass experience is not necessary, but preferred. Must have availability Thursdays thru Sundays. Make $11-$13/hr.
Canvassers will be responsible for making contact with constituents, gathering signatures and encouraging supporters to become more active in the campaign for equal marriage rights.
Team Leaders will assist the MERI Field Coordinator by managing the canvassing efforts in several legislative districts. Team Leaders will also lead teams of canvassers out in the field.
To apply, e-mail your resume and cover letter to Ryan Brown at
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Everyone encouraged to apply. Spanish-speaking a plus.
EAT PIE for MERI
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MERI Holidays to ALL:
You can support Marriage Equality Rhode Island during this holiday season ... just Eat Pie.
Cutie Pies, voted by Providence Monthly as 2009 Best Pie, has graciously offered to donate 25% of the proceeds of a signature pie created especially for MERI. The Meri Mint Pie is a silken chocolate pie with a scrumptious crust and just a hint of peppermint schnapps. Perfect for your holiday gatherings with a dollop of whipped cream, only mom makes it better.
Order now for pick up!!! Call Cutie Pies at 401-331-2414 or
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* MERI Mint Pie $20.00
Pick up is at Tina’s Jamaican Caribbean Restaurant - 223 Atwells Ave. Providence.
Due to expected volume they’re accepting prepay only (cash, check and credit card via PayPal).
The last day to order is December 22nd! There will be a $4 fee for any special dietary needs.
Cutie Pies are all handmade in full-sized pies and individual sized “CUTIE PIES” for pickup or delivery.
NY Senate Defeats Marriage Bill
The NY Senate just voted 24 (yes) to 38 (no) to defeat the marriage equality bill.
PEAC Coalition Meeting, December 8, 7p.m.
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The Providence Equality Action Committee (PEAC) will meet on Tuesday, December 8th, at 7p.m., at Bell Street Chapel, 5 Bell Street, Providence.
Questions contact: .
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Date: January 24th, 7p
Location: Local 121, 121 Washington Street, Providence
Price: $12pp