May Meeting of the Whole, Thursday, May 7, 5:30-6:30, Zoom video conference
Dear WeROC Members, Friends, Supporters…Exploring the special role of WeROC in the local responses to the crises…
Well, as if the disruption, grieving, uncertainty, stress of this time wasn’t enough for every one of us, we have to deal with the ugly reality — now clearer than ever — that some sadly see it as economically and politically beneficial to themselves to try to take advantage of this moment for their short-term and, frankly, greedy purposes. Bad enough to see them ramp up their constant efforts to try to divide us from each other along racial and economic lines.
- But now to to see them try to implement policies that would actually shift the health dangers and economic devastation even more to the backs of poor and working families, who were already fighting hard for a decent life…AND then blow the tired dog whistles that hint it’s their own fault.
It’s NOT fair. It’s NOT moral. AND it’s NOT a foregone conclusion that we need to repeat the ugly past this time. Join in WeROC’s conversation and practical grassroots leadership development and action aimed at using this moment to build on what we’re seeing in large majorities of people right now — broad agreement beyond race, income, geography, and politics — that we need to finally lean into where our power really comes from: love, compassion, shared dreams, and caring for oursleves AND each and every one of our neighbors.
On Thursday’s Zoom meeting, we we’ll be exploring several ideas for how we can bring our special resources to bear alongside the many local efforts, to make sure we end up with MORE equity across Washtenaw County, not LESS, whenever we’re on the other side of this thing!
Zoom Meeting: May 7, 2020 05:30 PM
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Physically Distancing, Socially Connecting, right? Contact Tad Wysor, WeROC Organizer and MOSES Liaison (734-883-3225)
Check out our new, improved Website: werocmi.org — With the NEW section on COVID-19 Resources.
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Joining a Zoom Gathering (Thanks to Church of the Good Shepherd UCC!)
- Use the unique link and Meeting ID above for this meeting
- If you are joining by computer, tablet, or smartphone, click on the link. If you’ve never used Zoom before, you may need to download it and give it permission to use your camera.
- If you don’t have a camera on your computer, that’s OK. We won’t be able to see you, but you should be able to see us!
- You can also call on at the number above from any phone and enter the same Meeting ID. We won’t see you, but we can hear you and you can hear us!
Zoom Tips and Etiquette
- Only one device: It’s best to log into the meeting on one device. Using multiple devices (i.e., computer and cell phone) can lead to feedback.
- Menu: You will have a menu of icons toward the top or bottom of your screen, including Mute, Stop Video, and Chat (sometimes listed under “More”)
- Muting: In large groups, co-hosts will automatically “mute” you to avoid everyone trying to talk at once.
- Stop Video: If for any reason you don’t want your camera on, you can click on the “Stop Video” icon, shaped like a video camera. You will still be on the call.
- Chat: Since it is not practical to talk all at once on Zoom, the chat feature allows everyone to ask questions or give feedback. The Chat icon is shaped like a cartoon speech bubble. When you click on it, a chat screen will open up on the side of your screen…the space to type is towards the bottom.
Thanks for your patience! We know many of you are learning something new and those of us leading the meeting are learning what works as well.