Past Events

“Sustainable Investing & the rise of Renewable Energy”, NWSOFA Environmental ZOOM, Mar 25th @7pm CST Tuesday’s Climate Change speaker: Alex Papadopoulos on ESG - Sustainable Investing and the rise of renewable energy: 3/25@ 7pm central / 8pm eastern NWSOFA-Indivisible’s Presentation by Alex Papadopoulos, CSRIC™ CRPS® on the “Current State of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance). This is often called sustainability. In a business context, sustainability is about a company's business model, i.e. how its products and services contribute to sustainable…

“Reclaim Equity: Undo Project 2025’s MAGA Trance and Build a Fair Future - Equity Project 2029, March 26 @7PM CT” NWSOFA-Indivisible is hosting a Zoom conversation / meeting on March 26th of which the overarching goal is to create a fair, equitable, and sustainable future.. supporting a progressive Project 2029 ———— THIS IS A DIFFERENT TYPE OF MEETING ——- SEPARATE DISCUSSIONS .. RICK WILL PRESENTS THE CONVERSATION TOPIC ..THEN WE WILL BREAK INTO 3-4 PERSON DISCUSSION GROUP FOR 9 MINUTES…

RSVP: https://mobilize.us/s/HJ4OGo Take Action Now: Addressing Gun Violence’s on LGBTQ+ & Build Safer Communities, Thurs Mar 27@7pm CDT Take Action Now to Create Safer Communities for Everyone: Learn How Gun Violence Impacts the LGBTQ+ Community and What You Can Do to Help Make a Difference Please join us, GVP Co-Leads, Natalie Warren and Cathy Risberg, on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 7:00 pm for the NWSOFA/Indivisible Gun Violence Prevention Team monthly meeting on Zoom at 7:00 pm CDT. Let us…

“Social Security at Risk: Navigating the Challenges Ahead” Zoom, April 10th, 7 Central / 8 Eastern URGENT: Policies Threatening Retirees’ Financial Security in 2025 Retired Americans face serious risks in 2025 due to several alarming policies and proposals from the Trump administration. While some may appear beneficial on the surface, their long-term consequences could undermine Social Security, health care affordability, retirement savings, and essential consumer protections. Retirees must act now to understand these changes and prepare for the potential fallout.…

“Unlocking the 119th Congress: Spring/Summer Legislative Outlook” April 16th @7PM Central - Zoom Presenter Tamara Browne -Join us this Wednesday, April 16th at 7 PM on Zoom for an insightful discussion on the future legislative calendar of the 119th U.S. Congress. Tamara Browne - a government affairs professional whose career has included work in Congress, the public and private sectors, will review what is in store for us with current and on-docket bills, providing a comprehensive overview of the legislative…

Please join Thursday’s Gun Violence Prevention ZOOM w/Speaker +IL GVP Updates 4/17@7pm CST Zoom Join us on Thursday, April 17th, at 7:00 PM CDT (8:00 PM EDT) for the NWSOFA/Indivisible Gun Violence Prevention Team’s monthly Zoom meeting RSVP: https://mobilize.us/s/pOhIM1 Principal Speaker will be Dr. Anthony Douglas Anthony D. Douglas II, MD, General Surgery PGY-2R, Surgical Advocacy Fellow, University of Chicago Department of Surgery will be the principal speaker, addressing the impactful RIFL bill currently gaining attention in the Illinois State…

Join the Longest-Running US Economic Discussion: 12 Years Strong! (March Rev) April 22@7pm CDT Zoom March BLS Data Released 4/7/2025.. Key Data: Jobs gain 229,000 new jobs Unemployment increases by .1% to 4.2%, Inflation (CPI) rose .1% in March, 12-month + 2.8% .. Average hourly earnings have increased by 3.0 % over past 12 mths Labor force participation rate at 62.5 %. Let us know you will be attending … RSVP here-> https://mobilize.us/s/UEWqg3 The NWSOFA Fiscal and Economic Issues group…

Join NWSOFA-Indivisible Climate and Enviromental group for an urgent community discussion on the future of the Mahomet Aquifer, featuring guest presenters Pam Richart and Lan Richart, Co-Directors of the Eco-Justice Collaborative. Illinois state-proposed ban on storing CO2 beneath the Mahomet Aquifer They will address the state-proposed ban on storing CO2 beneath the Mahomet Aquifer-a vital water source for nearly one million Illinois residents-and explain why this issue is at the heart of climate and environmental justice efforts. Please let us…

Wake Up Unwoke America: Understanding “Deranged Trump Mass Psychosis” Zoom Wednesday April 30@7pm CT Are you alarmed by the growing influence of alt-right propaganda and its effects on our democracy? Join us for a candid, solutions-focused conversation about “Deranged Trump Mass Psychosis” (DTMP) - a term describing how chronic exposure to disinformation can rewire minds, fostering rigid, cult-like thinking and making it difficult for people to break free from harmful narratives. This event is designed for anyone who wants to…

Upbeat Insights: What’s Next in Politics with Jessica Craven Of “Chop Wood Carry Water” Tuesday, May 6th, 7:00PM Central / 8:00 PM Eastern - Zoom Join an Engaging presentation and Q&A session with Jessica Craven Presenter, Jessica Craven, the activist behind “Chop Wood Carry Water.” Jessica is a veteran organizer, mom, and the creator of a popular daily political activism newsletter that empowers people to take simple, effective actions to strengthen democracy. Her upbeat and informative style makes complex political…

Feeling overwhelmed? Discover AI tools 2 boost your groups leadership skills! May 7th @7pm CT - Zoom Curious about how AI can help you become a more productive and effective group leader? Join our upcoming Zoom session where four panelists will share practical insights and tools to make AI work for you. We’ll start with a friendly introduction to AI, followed by a showcase of recommended AI tools and real-life examples of how we’re using AI to streamline organizing tasks.…

Stand with Women (SWW): Community Night on DEI & Project 2025’s Impact on Women – May 8, 7:30pm CT Stand with Women. Community Night: A time to talk, to share about what we are feeling on DEI, Project 2025’s view of women? Thursday, May 8th, 7:30 central / 8:30pm eastern - Zoom Join us for a candid, solutions-focused conversation “Continuation of our April SWW In Person Meeting - where we all learned so much from each other - another opportunity…

Join Monday’s May12th ZOOM “Trump’s Trade War Unpacked: Damaging Tariffs & Chaos” May 12, 7 Central Are you ready to cut through the chaos and get the real story behind Trump’s Trade War? Join Ed Spire and the NWSOFA-INDIVISIBLE Restore Our Democracy Issue Team for an Exposé of the “Damaging, chaotic whirlwind Event’ RE : Trump’s Trade War Zoom on Monday, May 12th at 7pm Central! This is your chance to dive deep into the policies shaking up global commerce…

Join the Longest-Running US Economic Discussion: 12 Years Strong! (April Rev) May 20@7pm CDT Zoom March BLS Data Released 5/02/2025.. Key Data: Jobs gain 177,000 new jobs Unemployment is 4.2%, Inflation (CPI) rose .2% in April, 12-month + 2.8% .. Average hourly earnings have increased by .2 % U.S. import prices advance 0.1% in April on higher nonfuel prices; export prices up 0.1% Let us know you will be attending … RSVP here-> https://mobilize.us/s/6M4voK The NWSOFA Fiscal and Economic Issues…

Urgent Climate Zoom May 27: Defend Clean Vehicle Standards—Act Now with Linda Trey! 7pm central zoom Join Us for an Urgent Climate & Environmental Zoom, May 27th@7 pm central, With guest speaker Linda Trey, Community and Partnerships Organizer, Clean Transportation Program, Union of Concerned Scientists We are thrilled to welcome Linda Trey for an engaging and timely presentation on the latest efforts to advance clean vehicle standards and protect public health in Illinois. Linda will share insights into the ongoing…

Prepare 4 the No Kings March, Lets maximize the media impact, Wednesday, May 28th, @7pm Central Zoom Prepare for the June 14th March Day: no throne, no crowns, no Kings Chant anti-royalist memes to end our political monarchy. Share the inspiration sona, #WakeUpUnwokeAmerica, to counter alt-right media neo-terrorism. Let us know you will be attending … RSVP here-> https://mobilize.us/s/Yu4BIH As President Trump plans a military parade for his 79th birthday, pro-democracy coalitions like Indivisible, 50501, Black Voters Matter, and Stand…