*Meeting controls for call-in attendees: Founded by Quakers during the McCarthy period of the 50’s, the Friends Committee on Legislation of California (FCLCA) begins its 70th year of advocacy at the state level in 2021. Kevan Insko, FCLCA’s director, will briefly discuss some of FCLCA’s past work, particularly in the last few legislative sessions. We’ll cover some of the key issues facing the Legislature this session and how FCLCA is working in coalitions to address the effects of the pandemic, as well as issues of racial justice, income inequality, and environmental crisis. We will also look at ways people can get involved in directly advocating with their legislators, bringing their own voice to the social policy debates that have a profound impact on the lives of Californians. Kevan Insko has been on staff with FCLCA since 2009. Raised in Kentucky, she has lived in California since 1979. She is the mother of three newly minted adults, ages 18,19 and 19, who are embarking into this uncertain world at a time of enormous transformation. Her special areas of interest are children, families, worker and women’s issues, and ending poverty in California. ----- Start your morning with us! Reflection: Paul Nugent * Link to this week's agenda. * ** Meetings begin promptly at 7:30 am Pacific. ** ----- Here's how to join the online meeting:To join by video conference, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device. Click on the link to join the meeting and then enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You'll be able to see slides and video, as well as speakers and other attendees. If you prefer to join by phone, you'll be prompted to enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You won't be able to see the visuals or attendees, but you can view them on the meeting video recording afterward. If you're new to Zoom and would like to use the video option, we recommend you download the app well ahead of time. ICUJP Friday Forum 01/29/21 Option 1: Join videoconference: Option 2: Dial in by phone only: (To find a dial-in number closer to you, go here.) ----- Please note: Our Friday Forums and other events are open to the public. By attending, you consent to having your voice and likeness recorded, photographed, posted on ICUJP's website and social media, and included in ICUJP materials and publications for noncommercial purposes. If you don't want to be photographed or recorded, please let the facilitator know. FRIDAY FORUMS FEB 5: Uganda elections - Paul Phillips You are receiving this email because you are a part of the ICUJP Mailing List. You cannot reply to everyone through this email. If you wish to send something to the entire discuss list, email: icujp-discuss-list@googlegroups.com.
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As FCNL’s Legislative Representative for Peacebuilding. Ursala lobbies Congress for U.S. foreign policy that prevents, mitigates, and transforms violent conflict and builds sustainable peace. Previously, she has worked with Saferworld, the Alliance for Peacebuilding and Women in International Security, as well as with interfaith organizations. Ursala currently chairs the Advisory Board of STAND, a student- and youth-led movement to end mass atrocities, and previously chaired the U.S. Civil Society Working Group for Women, Peace and Security. She holds an MA in international peace and conflict resolution from American University and a BA in religions and theology from the University of Manchester (U.K.), where she focused on religion and conflict in south Asia.