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HIGHER GROUND FAIR SOCIAL ACTION PARTICIPANTS

 

Engage with fellow activist groups and organizers on the issues that affect the Rocky Mountain region. 

 

Interested in participating in the 2023 Higher Ground Fair?

We are accepting applications!

 

See 2022 Higher Ground Fair participants:

Nimiipuu Protecting the Environment

"Nimiipuu" is the Nez Perce or Nimipuutímt translation for “the people” which is one amongst many names the Nez Perce call themselves. And- protecting the environment of our traditional lands was the common commitment that brought us together. By networking with some First Nations friends near the Tar Sands, we had the opportunity to meet and receive financial support from the Seventh Generation Fund. With their seed funding, we began working on ways to educate and inform our tribal membership about the Tar Sands and other areas at risk. We began meeting, organizing activities and events on the reservation, and offering public interest group activities at area colleges/universities. Nimiipuu Protecting the Environment is committed to protect Tribal Treaty rights within our original ceded area and usual and accustomed places."

https://www.nimiipuuprotecting.org/home-original

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Virginia Dale Community Club
The Virginia Dale Home Demonstration Club was formed in 1921 by nine local women in conjunction with the State Home Demonstration Clubs (later known as the Larimer County Extension Homemakers).  Initially, the focus of the club was to teach new techniques and short cuts in the areas of gardening, food preservation, cooking, and sewing thus making life easier for the women and their families.Virginia Dale Community Club's mission is to preserve for society the beauty and culture of rural living while promoting the historical significance of community through events and activities.

https://www.virginiadalecommunityclub.org/

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Common Outdoor Ground

Common Outdoor Ground (COG) is a community organization providing volunteer support for sustainability of outdoor spaces in Southeast Wyoming.

https://www.commonoutdoorground.org/

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Uprising Wyoming

Uprising's mission is to empower communities to confront human trafficking and exploitation through awareness, education, and outreach. They believe that exploitation of even one person is too much and are working tirelessly to shine a light on how this is happening, even in Wyoming. Working with other individuals, groups, and organizations we can create more awareness surrounding human trafficking and exploitation and expand prevention education efforts. 

https://uprisingwyo.org/

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Feeding Laramie Valley

Feeding Laramie Valley is a community based, designed and led nonprofit organization working for food security and an equitable, just and sustainable food system in Albany County, Wyoming. Laramie Valley programs are dedicated to the mission and philosophy of sharing what we have in order to create collaborative, community-led food systems that are sustainable, equitable, and just.

http://www.feedinglaramievalley.org

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Action Resources International

Support and advocacy for grassroots change-makers in the advancement of health, safety, security and justice for individuals, families and communities everywhere.

https://www.actionresources.ngo

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AmeriCorps, AmeriCorps VISTA and National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC)

AmeriCorps offers a variety of service opportunities, from the classroom to the outdoors, and everything in between. No matter what you're passionate about, where you're from, or why you choose to serve, AmeriCorps is your chance to be the greater good. Check out this video for a quick rundown, share with your networks, and encourage others to find an AmeriCorps opportunity. AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) strengthens communities and develops leaders through direct, team-based national and community service.

https://www.americorps.gov/

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