Looking to make a difference this week?
From climate change to due process, there's plenty to focus on when it comes to good causes coming up in Washington this week. Read on for a rundown.
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February Climate Reality D.C. Meeting
D.C.-headquartered non-profit The Climate Reality Project has chapters all around the country. At the February meeting, learn how to get involved in the group's ongoing campaigns. The location for the meeting is still to be determined, however.
When: Tuesday, February 5, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: National Portrait Gallery Atrium, 8th St. NW
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to RSVP
New Developments for Climate Smart Landscapes Globally: Policy, Partnerships, and Finance
Thursday sees another climate-focused event, this time a joint effort to the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and landscape management group EcoAgriculture Partners. At this roundtable, experts from the FAO, the Word Wildlife Fund and the World Resources Institute will lead a discussion of "developments affecting the implementation and advancement of climate smart landscapes around the world."
When: Thursday, February 7, 8:30-11 a.m.
Where: FAO Liaison Office, 2121 K St., Suite 800B
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to RSVP
Age-In-Place Volunteer Orientation
Also on Thursday is this orientation session for those interested in volunteering for Age-In-Place. The non-profit helps older adults stay living in their homes longer by doing the household chores and maintenance that the residents themselves find difficult.
When: Thursday, February 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: The Age-In-Place Office, 2501 18th St. NE
Price: Free
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2019 Equal Justice Foundation Live Auction
Finally, proceeds from this live auction hosted by the Equal Justice Foundation will go to support law students interested in spending the summer on public interest work around rule of law, due process and civil liberties. Refreshments will be provided.
When: Thursday, February 7, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Georgetown Law McDonough Hall, Hart Auditorium, 600 New Jersey Ave. NW
Price: $15
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets
