March 1, 2010
Dear Jerry,
More information and activities are happening. Your voice of reason is needed with both the 2010 Census and pushing for immigration reform in 2010!
We hope this advocacy email will provide you with some ideas on how you can make a difference. Please see the information included and take action!
Please join us as we participate in the National March on 3/21/10. YOUR voice is needed! Travel with us!
Thank you!
Jerry Gonzalez
Executive Director of GALEO
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March 21, 2010: Destination Washington DC
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"The March for America: Change Takes
Courage."
GALEO and GLAHR will be in Washington DC standing up for immigration reform. Join us!
As 2010 slips into March, the urgency for action on comprehensive
immigration reform only grows. It's time to pick it up a few notches.
On March 21st thousands of workers, families, immigrants and allies are
mobilizing to Washington, DC to make sure our voices get heard. We're
telling the White House and Congress that the time is now, and there is
no turning back on the promises they've made.
GALEO & GLAHR are coordinating buses to leave from the Metro
Atlanta area on Saturday, 3/20/10, late in the PM. The march will be
in Washington DC on Sunday, 3/21/10. We will then leave DC after the
March to return to the Metro Atlanta area by early morning on Monday,
3/22/10. We will be sleeping on the buses to and from Washington DC to avoid lodging costs. More details will be posted on www.galeo.org under "EVENTS"
section of the website.
Cost per person is $75.00. Volunteer opportunities are available to
help defray the cost. Please ask Maria Duarte, maria@galeo.org for
more information.
Reserve YOUR space today!
http://tinyurl.com/GALEOtoDC
For more information, please visit the following link:
http://www.galeo.org/event.php?event_id=0000000680
In the meantime, please promote the texting campaign by inviting your friends and family to
text "Justice" or "Justicia" to 69866. We will grow the movement for
immigration reform only with YOUR help!
Si se puede!
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Volunteers needed for business canvassing!
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 The GA Latino Complete Count Committee's Business sub-committee is requesting volunteers for business canvassing.
Volunteers are needed to approach businesses with high percentage of Latino clientele or large number of Latino employees to display 2010 Census posters and materials in their place of business.
We are targeting areas in Gwinnett, Cobb, DeKalb, Hall and Whitfield Counties, but also welcome other efforts in other parts of the state. There has been a preliminary schedule drafted and is still changing with more additions. The business canvassing will include Tuesdays and Saturdays from 11 AM until 3 PM.
Please contact Alejandro Coss, President of the Mexican American Business Chamber and Vice Chair of the GA Latino Complete Count Committee in order for you to coordinate your volunteer efforts with us. He may be reached by email at acoss@mexicanchamber.org or by phone at 770.441.7581.
Please volunteer for us to be able to ensure a complete count of the Latino community in Georgia! |
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TWO upcoming SOCIALS!
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Thursday, March 4, 2010:
You are cordially invited to a: HCAG & GALEO Social Mixer!
Come and meet with members of three of the leading Hispanic organizations in the state of Georgia. Enjoy a night of fun & conversation in a social & relaxed atmosphere. Learn more about their initiatives and how you can get involved!
Location: VIA FOOD & BAR, 262 Pharr Road, Atlanta, GA 30305
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Admission: Complimentary
RSVP: info@hcageorgia.org or call (770) 457-2846
Thursday, March 18, 2010:Save the date!
11th Mega Social Mixer
Thursday, March 18th 2010 at Loca Luna in Midtown from 6pm-9pm
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Remember that YOUR voice is needed! - Volunteers are needed for business canvassing!
- Promote the texting campaign by encouraging people to text "JUSTICE" to 69866!
- Forward this email to all your friends and family in Georgia!
- Save the dates for the highlighted events!
THANK YOU,
Jerry Gonzalez
Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials (GALEO)
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Reform Immigration for America!
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Join the national movement.
Text "JUSTICE" or "JUSTICIA" to 69866 and be a part of the national movement for action on immigration reform.
Promote this simple act with all of your friends and family! You may also sign up for email alerts at www.reformimmigrationforamerica.orgBe a part of the change we need! Si se puede! |
LAST DAY TO ENTER!
"Si Te Cuentan, Tu Cuentas!" Census Art/Essay Contest
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"Si Te Cuentan, Tu Cuentas!" Census Art/Essay Contest: The Georgia Latino Complete Count Committee extends the deadline for the contest and announces some of the prizes. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 15, 2010 Atlanta, GA - The Georgia Latino Complete Count Committee (GLCCC) has extended the deadline for the "Si Te Cuentan, Tu Cuentas!" Census Art/Essay Contest to engage the community in raising awareness about the importance of the 2010 Census in their communities and in the state of Georgia. The new deadline for entries will be March 1st. Online voting deadline will remain the same for March 5th. Prizes include the following: Division 1: Grades K-5, 1st Place: $50 American Express Gift CardDivision 2: Grades 6-8, 1st Place: $75 Target Gift CardDivision 3: Grades 9-12, 1st Place: $100 Best Buy Gift CardDivision 4: Adult, 1st Place: $200 Best Buy Gift CardThe GLCCC Contest is open to all students and adults residing in the state of Georgia regardless of race or ethnicity. However, it is geared to raise awareness about the Census within the Latino community. Entries will judged by official GLCCC judges and also by voters on www.latino2010.org . The deadline for contest entries is now on March 1, 2010. The deadline for online voting is March 5, 2010 and a reception for contest winners will be held on March 20, 2010. For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release contact Maria Duarte or visit www.latino2010.org . Contact: Maria Duarte, GLCCC Vice-Chair & Program coordinator for GALEO, 404-745-2433, maria@galeo.org.
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DEADLINE IS TODAY!
GALEO Institute for Leadership continues to accept applications!
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| GALEO continues to accept applications for the GALEO Institute for Leadership, Spring 2010.
GALEO has implemented the GALEO Institute for Leadership to focus upon the leadership development of the Latino community across our state. The seminars are open to all persons, regardless of their racial or
ethnic background. Diverse participants with appropriate language
proficiency are encouraged to apply. The leadership sessions are more
beneficial to all when the group represents a wide ethnic diversity. EVERYONE is encouraged to apply.
The deadline to apply has been extended until Monday, March 1, 2010. at 5:00 P.M.
The following sites will conduct the leadership sessions in the following languages:
- Atlanta Metro-Refugee & Family Services (English)
Applications are available online at the following link:
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Justice for Immigrants
Campaign Online
POST CARD
ACTION!
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Immigration
reform legislation may
soon be considered Congress. Help
us show your
Senators and
Representatives that Catholics and
other supporters of
immigrants want
our elected officials to enact meaningful
and
compassionate immigration reform.
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Upcoming Events
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| - 03/04/10: GALEO, LISTA & HCAG Social
- 03/11/10: 2nd Annual Protest at ICE HQ
- 03/17.10: ABLE Lobby Day at the GA Capitol
- 03/18/10: 11th Mega Hispanic Social Mixer
- 03/19/10 - 03/20/10: "Latino Immigration to Atlanta: Connecting Faith Communities and Addressing Critical Issues"
- 03/20/10 -03/22/10: GALEO & GLAHR: ATL to DC Trip for National March for Immigration Reform
- 03/27/10: Valdosta: Census 2010 Soccer Tournament
- 05/14/10: 7th Annual GALEO Power Breakfast
- 10/15/10: 2010 HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH LUNCHEON
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