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Wednesday, February 2 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Welcome to WPLI and the Racial Wealth Divide
Learn about MWV, WPLI, and the work ahead in 2022. Stay for an overview of wealth, race, and policy.
Presenters: SJ Howell, MWV Executive Director; Ella Smith, MWV Program Director; Hannah Pate, MWV Community Organizer
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Thursday, February 3 • 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Voting Rights in Montana
In 2021, the Montana Legislature passed multiple voter suppression laws. Learn what to expect this next election season and how to get involved!
Presenters: (Moderator) Kristie Smith; Patrick Yawakie, MT Native Vote Political Director; Senator Janet Ellis
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Thursday, February 3 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Keynote: Aubrey Gordon
Come listen as author and podcaster Aubrey Gordon discusses the social and cultural realities of moving through the world as a fat person.
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Friday, February 4 • 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Climate Inequity in Montana
A panel discussion exploring the feedback connections between climate change, poverty, and colonization.
Presenters: (Moderator) Destini Vaile, MWV Community Organizer; Termaine Edmo, Climate Change Coordinator for the Blackfeet Nation; Mike Durglo; LJ Bird, Partnership Health Center Senior Community Health Specialist on Anti-Racism and Equity; Angeline Cheek, Hunkpapa Lakota and Oglala Sioux activist and community organizer with ACLU
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Saturday, February 5 • 2:00 – 3:00 PM
How to Run for Office
Hear from elected officials about what it takes to run for public office in Montana.
Presenters: Senator Shane Morigeau and Representative Barbara Bessette
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Saturday, February 5 • 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Storytelling through Independent Journalism
Learn how to document and publish stories to effect change around issues important to you.
Presenters: Destini Vaile, MWV Community Organizer; Devi Cole, Montana Women Vote Community Organizer
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Sunday, February 6 • 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Navigating the Legislature
The 2023 Legislative Session will be here before we know it. Learn the ins and outs of the legislative process.
Presenters: SJ Howell, MWV Executive Director; Hannah Pate, MWV Community Organizer
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Sunday, February 6 • 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Local Elections and Municipal Organizing
Learn about local elections/elected officials and how to organize for policy change in your local community.
Presenters: Ella Smith, MWV Program Director; Dani Vazquez, MWV Community Organizer
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Monday, February 7 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Rethinking Criminal Justice Reform in Montana
Hear about organizing to end the criminalization of poverty and create a justice system that is more humane.
Presenters: Zuri Moreno; Courtney Smith; Amy Sings In The Timber
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Tuesday, February 8 • 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Healthcare Policy: What’s Ahead in 2022
Join us for a discussion on how federal and state healthcare policy will be impacting our communities.
Presenters: Jackie Semmens, MT Budget & Policy Center Policy Analyst; Olivia Riutta, Montana Primary Care Association Outreach and Engagement Manager; ShyAnn RainingBird, Montana Primary Care Association, Health Insurance Navigator
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Wednesday, February 9 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM
What’s at Stake in Indian Country
Tribal communities have long experienced underinvestment, racist policies, and economic disparities. Learn about what Indigenous peoples are facing and how you can support the work.
Presenters: (Moderator) Dani Vazquez, MWV Community Organizer; Shelly Fyant, State Tribal Economic Development (STED) Commission Chair and former Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribal Council Chairwoman; Jade Bahr, MT Budget & Policy Center; Gabriella Blatt, Indigenous Policy Expert
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