[WCUSP] Fw: Norman Finkelstein Speaking at US Campaign Conference! What Are You Waiting For? Register Today!

Wed Jul 16 14:41:23 EDT 2008

Hi all,

Evidently WILPF has lost its membership in the "US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation."  I know we have asked several times for WILPF to pay dues and remain a member.  But I don't see WILPF listed below.

Who's in charge?

Libby

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From: US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation 
To: LMFrank1 at verizon.net 
Sent: Wednesday, July 16, 2008 2:24 PM
Subject: Norman Finkelstein Speaking at US Campaign Conference! What Are You Waiting For? Register Today!

      ONLY 2 weeks away!

      Register Today for the 7th Annual National Organizers' Conference

      Washington, DC | July 25-28

      American University's Main <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]-->Campus 

      The US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation is excited to announce more details about its 7th Annual National Organizers' Conference, July 25-28 in Washington, DC at American University's Main Campus. 

      Each year, delegates of member organizations of the US Campaign come together to network, strategize, decide upon priorities for the upcoming year, and elect a new Steering Committee to guide the work of the coalition. 

      Make your plans today to attend this year's conference.  For conference FAQ's, logistical details, registration, a draft agenda, a list of member organizations in good standing, and a form for Steering Committee nominations, please click here.

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      <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]-->UPDATES: FRIDAY NIGHT DISCUSSION WITH NORMAN FINKELSTEIN

      The US Campaign and the Washington Peace Center will host Norman Finkelstein on the opening night of our conference, Friday July 25th, at American University's Tavern in the Mary Graydon Center.

      This is a free event with donations accepted. Come hear Norman Finkelstein discuss how to organize against occupation and hear his story of combating Israeli apartheid.

      Click here for more information.

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      UPDATES: CULTURAL EVENT SATURDAY NIGHT 

      We will be showcasing the Expressions of Nakba exhibit during Saturday night's cultural event.

      We will also be showing a short documentary of our billboard commemorating the Nakba that crashed the Israel @ 60 festival on Washington's National Mall June 1 and short documentaries from the video entries from the Expression of Nakba <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]-->competition!

      We'll also be featuring the musical talents of our former intern, Andrew Epstein's band "Griffin and The True Believers". You can check out their music by clicking here. 

      Perry King will also be playing a tune for us. 

      Stay tuned for a more detailed agenda coming soon!

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      REGISTER & PAY 

      Registration for the US Campaign 7th Annual National Organizers' Conference is now open. The registration fee is $75 and will include food, conference packets, and admission to the Saturday night cultural event and dinner banquet.  To register and pay, click here.

      If you intend to come, please make sure to register!

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      MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS IN GOOD STANDING 

      Please note that while individuals and member groups of the US Campaign are encouraged to attend the conference, only delegates of member groups in good standing are allowed to submit proposals and vote at the conference.  "In good standing" means that your group has paid its membership dues for 2008.  Annual membership dues are set at between $100-$1,000 or more depending on the size and budget of the group. 

      To check to see if your group is in good standing and will be able to submit proposals and vote, click here. 

      To check to see if your group has joined the US Campaign, click here. 

      If your group would like to join the US Campaign, click here. 

      If your group needs to pay membership dues to be in good standing, please contact Omar Masri, National Membership & Outreach Coordinator, at 202-332-0994 or office at endtheoccupation.org to make payment arrangements.  

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      DRAFT AGENDA 

      This year's annual conference will be extremely important-all member groups of the US Campaign should start making plans to send delegates today.  We'll be discussing the political situation and its implications for our work in the United States, next steps forward on our Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions campaigns, the ongoing political and legislative work challenging military aid to Israel, the functioning of the coalition and much more. We will be bringing back our Grassroots Training Institute as well as our Lobbying Day.  To view the draft agenda, please click here.

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      FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 

      For all those questions that we have anticipated you asking, we took the time to answer them for you. If there is anything missing or you would like answered, please don't hesitate to contact Omar Masri, National Membership & Outreach Coordinator, at office at endtheoccupation.org or 202-332-0994.

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      STEERING COMMITTEE NOMINATIONS 

      At each National Organizers' Conference, voting delegates elect four new members to the US Campaign's 12-person Steering Committee for a three-year term.  The Steering Committee is the highest decision-making body of the US Campaign in between conferences. 

      To read more about the responsibilities of being a member of the Steering Committee and to submit a nomination, please click here.

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      RESERVE AND PAY FOR HOUSING 

      The US Campaign has arranged on-campus housing for conference attendees who need housing.  The cost is $65 per person per night for a double room including taxes and fees.  Conference attendees can sign up for housing with a roommate, or the US Campaign can assign you a roommate.  The cost for on-campus housing is in addition to the conference registration fee of $75.

      Click here to reserve and pay for housing. 

      If you'd like to share housing or a ride to the conference, be sure to post your information to our housing board and ride board.

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      GRASSROOTS TRAINING INSTITUTE 

      We are happy to announce the return of the Grassroots Training Institute (GTI) on Sunday, July 27. Please be sure to indicate in your registration form which 3 GTI workshops you are interested in attending.

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      RESERVE A TABLE 

      Tabling is the best way to show off all the merchandise and literature at the conference. If your group would like to reserve and pay for a merchandise or literature table, please click here.

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      RESERVE A ROOM FOR A CAUCUS OR WORKSOP 

      The US Campaign will make available break-out room for member organizations on Saturday, July 26 to lead caucuses, discussion groups, give presentations, or conduct skills-building workshops. 

      Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

      Click here to reserve a room.

US Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation

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