Save the Date: Act Local, Think Global Awards 2014

The Bay Area is renowned for it's political activism and for nurturing a true spectrum of social movements and exceptional leaders. This spring, the Bay Area Oxfam team will honor several women breaking ground on critical issues facing our world today at the Oxfam - Act Local, Think Global Awards 2014.

We'll recognize these accomplished women who are tackling global issues such as food justice, climate, water, land and corporate responsibility on March 23rd, 2-4:30 pm in San Francisco and you're invited attend. Don't miss your chance to rub shoulders with some of the Bay Area's most notable leaders, hear their stories and pay tribute to International Women's Day.

Date: Sunday, March 23rd
Time: 2-4:30 pm
Location: 518 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
Public transport: Walking distance from the 16th St. Mission BART station
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Admission is free, but RSVP is required. Light, sustainable and vegan friendly hors d'oeuvres will be served. Space is limited, so early RSVP is highly encouraged.

This event is brought to you by the Oxfam America Bay Area Action Corps. Contact sanfrancisco@oxfamactioncorps.org for more information.

More of a behind-the-scenes person?

There are open volunteer opportunities to assist the Oxfam Action Corps during the awards ceremony. Find out how you can help by emailing sanfrancisco@oxfamactioncorps.org.

Special Monthly Meeting: Happy Hour Edition - February 2014

This February join the local Oxfam team and other like-minded individuals for a casual happy hour. We'll get to know one another, discuss Oxfam's current campaigns, share volunteer opportunities and have a drink or two. Save the date for February 24th, 6:30-8 pm, at Sugar Lounge in downtown San Francisco. If you haven't yet made it to a meeting, don't be shy just look for the Oxfam logo and join the fun.

To ensure space, RSVP is highly encouraged. Contact sanfrancisco@oxfamactioncorps.org to be added to the guest list.

Date: Monday, February 24th
Time: 6:30-8 pm
Location: Sugar Lounge, 377 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Public transport: Accessible by Muni and BART from the Civic Center station
Parking: Metered street parking available
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An Inside Look at the Oxfam Organizer

The Oxfam Bay Area Action Corps hosts an array of events and activities throughout the year, but ever wonder who's behind the scenes pulling these events together?

Introducing the Oxfam Bay Area Organizers, dedicated volunteers working directly with Oxfam America's largest office to rekindle hands on advocacy for food justice, small-scale farmer empowerment, social justice and gender equality.

Organizers handle everything from social media and volunteer relations to strategic alliances and event management. Every tablng opportunity, lobby visit with elected officials, volunteer work day and speaker event is shaped by the passion and eclectic experience that each Organizer brings to the table.

Members of the organizing team have exclusive access to a national network of fellow Organizers, support from Oxfam America senior staff and comprehensive skill training with an all expenses paid trip to Washington, DC for a 4-day leadership workshop. If this sounds like your kind of gig, your in luck because we're now recruiting for 2014 Organizers.

With the February 14th deadline approaching, all interested parties with a desire to help create lasting solutions to hunger and poverty are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the Organizer role or to apply visit oxfamamerica.org/take-action/volunteer/community

Want a better feel for the position? Chat with a current Organizer by sending an email to sanfrancisco@oxfamactioncorps.org.