Emma: I agree with your observations but can only afford the time to be the "messenger" announcing the event. I wholeheartedly support you if you choose to inform them about cost and accessibility issues, even if you reach them after the actual event has passed. I hope they listen and provide for a more diverse community in any future events they plan. I'll cc them on this in case that's enough of a message to get the point across.
...uncledon. ChangeLinks editorial assistant ----- To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: "[LAAMN]" <[email protected]> From: Emma Rosenthal <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Tue, 29 May 2007 02:27:56 -0700 Subject: Re: [change-links] 2007-06-09..10: Building Community- A Weekend Convergence this is a very expensive conference (for those without funds) in a very wealthy neighborhood. what provisions are there for those who might not be able to afford to attend? even $5 parking is a lot for someone who can't afford groceries, rent or medicine. is the venue wheelchair accessible? what other accommodations are there for full inclusion of people with disabilities? without real answers to these questions, which should have been indicated in the announcement itself, one has to ask: what type of community are they building? what unity? what diversity? Uncle Don B Fanning wrote: From: "Frank" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Organization: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Atw-news] Building Community - A Weekend Convergence - Saturday-sunday, June 9-10, Temescal Canyon Conference Center In Pacific Palisades - Presented By Unity-and-diversity World Council Date: Sun, 27 May 2007 10:05:21 -0700 Unity-and-diversity World Council Presents A Weekend Convergence On The Theme Of Building Community Featured Speakers And Performers: Hector Aristizabal, Producer, "theater Of The Oppressed" Rev. Dr. Richard Rose, Professor Of Religions, University Of La Verne Linda Groff, Ph.d., Global Options, Cal State University Dominguez Hills Stephen Longfellow Fiske, Singer, Guitarist, Songwriter, Peacemaker Stefani Valadez, Ladino Folk Singer (Will Perform At Concert With Stephen) Saturday-sunday, June 9-10, 2007 Saturday 8:00 Am To Sunday 5:00 Pm Temescal Canyon Conference/Retreat Center 15601 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, California This Convergence Is The One Weekend Experience Offered During The Year By Its Sponsor, The Unity-and-diversity World Council (Udc). Udc's Purpose Is To Help Give Birth To A Unity-and-diversity Type Of Global Civilization That Can Assist In Bringing Peace, Justice, And A Sustainable Environment. It Is Designed To Integrate All Dimensions Of The New Civilization, Rather Than To Specialize In Any One, And It Begins By Fostering A Worldwide Moral And Spiritual Awakening. It Will Include A Modeling Of The Global Assembly Which Was Launched On Peace Sunday Last December. Also Included Will Be A Saturday Night Concert, A Unity-and-diversity Worship Service, And A Closing Interfaith Celebration. We Have Just Been Given The Use Of The Dining Hall For The Weekend, Which Will Provide Much More Flexibility Than The Classroom We Had. Meals And Lodging Are Also Available. Convergence Specifics: This Year's Convergence Is Designed To Bring Together The Major Elements Of Udc Programming, So That Everyone Can Experience What They Are And How They Fit With Each Other. On Saturday, Participants Will Begin With An Experiential Session Featuring Hector Aristizabal. The Rest Of The Morning Will Model A Unity Session Of The Global Assembly. After Lunch Sister Gita And Others Will Present Their Current Project Entitled "celebrating Human Greatness". The Rest Of The Afternoon Will Be Devoted To The Following Diversity Sessions: Democracy, Interfaith, Education, Peace, Environment, The Arts, And Metaphysics. Please Indicate On The Registration Form Which Area Of Interest You Choose. Saturday Evening Will Be The Concert Featuring Stephen Longfellow Fiske And Stefani Valadez. Sunday Morning Will Begin By Holding A Unity-and-diversity Worship Service, With Linda Groff, Ph.d. As Speaker. The Rest Of The Morning We Will Explore The Possibilities Of World Scriptures And Science And Spirituality For Developing An Inclusive Kind Of Worship, Fellowship, And Cooperative Action. The Afternoon Will Begin With A Feedback And Summary Session From The Weekend, Including Possible Follow-up Action. The Afternoon Will Conclude With An Inspirational Interfaith Celebration, With Rev. Dr. Richard Rose As The Featured Speaker. Directions To Temescal Canyon Conference And Retreat Center: Take Santa Monica Fwy. To The End And Continue On Pacific Coast Hwy. Turn Right On Temescal And Continue Beyond Palisades High School To Sunset Blvd. Cross Sunset And Enter The Conference/Retreat Center. Park Your Car Before You Get To The Office And Go To The Registration Area In The Dining Hall, Which Is The Next Building Beyond The Office. You Will Be Directed As To Where To Park And How To Get To Your Bungalow If You Are Staying Overnight. All Meals And Sessions Will Be In The Dining Hall. Registration And Breakfast Are On Saturday And Sunday From 8-9 A.m. The Program Begins Promptly At 9 A.m. On Both Days. What To Bring: Informal Clothing For Weekend, Warm Clothing For Overnight, Regular Shoes, And Hiking Shoes If You Wish. Linens (Sheets, Blanket, And Pillow) Are $10 Or Bring Your Own. Relax And Enjoy The Beautiful Retreat Setting. Note: On Friday, June 8, At 6 P.m. There Will Be A Supper For Members Of Udc's Board Of Trustees (Comprised Of Executive Board And World Board). The Board Meeting Will Be From 7 To 10 P.m. Overnight Lodging Is Available For Board Members And Others Who Plan To Stay For All Or Part Of The Weekend. No Other Program Is Planned For Friday Evening As Of Now. It Is A Good Time To Relax And Get To Know The Area, Including The Pacific Palisades Civic Center Nearby. Rev5/26 Registration Form Note: Registrations ____sat. & Sun. = $110 (5 Meals, 1 Night In Bungalow) Needed By May 30. ____sat. & Sun. = $75 (5 Meals, No Overnight) Contact Udc For Info ____sat. Only = $60 (3 Meals, No Overnight) Or Time Extension. ____sun. Only = $55 (2 Meals, No Overnight) ____full Weekend = $130 (6 Meals, 2 Nights In Bungalow) ____frl. & Sat. = $105 (4 Meals, 1 Night In Bungalow) ____fri. & Sat. = $70 (4 Meals, No Overnight) ____fri. Eve Only = $15 (With Supper, No Overnight) ____other = Will Be Given As Needed (By May 30) Parking Cost Of $5/Day Is Included In Totals, Plus Insurance/Security Deposit. Any Cost Of Damage To Facilities Will Be Added On. Linens $10 Extra. Make Out Checks To: Unity-and-diversity Council; Send To Address Below. Name___________________________address_______________________________ City__________________state_____zip___________phone ( )___________ Organization____________________________email__________________________ Linens $10____, Area Of Interest (Sat. P.m., See Above)_________________ Unity-and-diversity Council, P.o. Box 661401, Los Angeles, Ca Usa 90066. Ph: 310-391-5735; Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Web: Www.udcworld.org -- "I must fight with all my strength so that the little positive things that my health allows me to do might be pointed toward helping the revolution. 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