This group is for those interested in international relations, human rights and conflict resolution. The plan is to conduct meetings and discussions about current topics and to introduce new people to the work of Conflict Solutions International (CSI). Who says Washington is not a place for adventure? Come for a social discussion and maybe leave with a secret mission! CSI is a small, all-volunteer NGO. Central to its mission is not only a role of fact-finder but also of spokesperson for those pe …

We are an all-volunteer, grassroots community group raising awareness and taking action to end human trafficking not only in the state of Virginia, but around the world. We learned that slavery was abolished in our country in 1865 with the 13th Amendment to our constitution, and around the globe by the turn of the 20th century.  Sadly, slavery is not only alive, but thriving in our world today including our own neighborhoods.  Human trafficking is the term used today to describe the modern day s …

We are a community action group to support the Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force (MHTTF) Victims & Public Services Committee. We seek to combat modern slavery, which is the exploitation of individuals through the use of force, fraud, or coercion, for the purpose of sexual exploitation or forced labor. The purpose of the group is to provide a forum for the community to participate in the fight against human trafficking/trading by supporting the work of the MHTTF. Come join us and explore h …

We are a community group of purpose, goals, and action. We seek to combat modern slavery, which is the economic exploitation of individuals through the use of violence and coercion, and human trafficking, which is the modern-day slave trade. Come join us and explore how you can take part! ---------------- OUR VISION ---------------- A world without slavery ----------------- OUR MISSION ----------------- To end slavery forever by leveraging the power of the community to - Creat …

A group dedicated to let people know more about Baloch, Balochistan and Balochi language; create awareness about issues related to killing human torture and forced and involuntary disappearances by rogue states like Pakistan and Iran.

… The coalition includes the NAACP- Baltimore Chapter, SEIU, ACLU-Maryland, Progressive Maryland, Equality Maryland, Human Rights Campaign, National Black Justice Coalition, Gay and Lesbian Task Force, Family Equality Council, Catholics for Equality, Maryland Faith for Equality, PFLAG and Maryland NOW. If you would like to join the fight in Prince George's County for Maryland to have marriage equality......JOIN US!

"We must fight against the spirt of unconscious cruelty with which we treat the animals. Animals suffer as much as we do. True humanity does not allow us to impose such sufferings on them. It is our duty to make the whole world recognize it. Until we extend our circle of compassion to all living things, humanity will not find peace." - Albert Schweitzer Let's get together to share ideas, information and resources to advocate and create change for animals. Be a voice for animals!

Capital Pride is the annual LGBTA Pride celebration in our nation’s capital. The first two weeks of June are full of fun, educational, cultural, and entertaining events, including the Pride Parade and the Pennsylvania Avenue Festival. We also have monthly events to celebrate Pride throughout the year. All are welcome.

We aim to be a support group for progressives, democrats, liberals and their allies who advocate for peaceful change. Are you a protester? An organizer? A firebrand? Or just someone looking to make new friends? If you are any of these things, we want you! Our three main goals are: -A means to find and organize local demonstrations and other events  held for good causes. -Raise awareness of important issues. -To hold social events to meet other progressives. I have made this group in reaction t …

The Washington Buddhist Peace Fellowship is a network of Buddhist sanghas and like-minded individuals in the Washington D.C. metro area who are committed to creating a peaceful world by peaceful means, through mindful engagement with the world to reduce social injustice. More about WBPF. Please also visit  our website WBPF.org. Our email list is on YahooGroups

… While a variety of definitions of "progressive Islam" can be found, this group is guided by the words of Professor Omid Safi: "Progressive Islam encompasses a number of themes: striving to realize a just and pluralistic society through a critical engagement with Islam, a relentless pursuit of social justice, an emphasis on gender equality as a foundation of human rights, and a vision of religious and ethnic pluralism." We welcome all individuals to this group, regardless of your level of famil …

Your dream is the difference you want to make before you die. Bobb Biehl OUR PURPOSES: To equip and empower every Christian to fulfill the calling that God has laid on their heart. To put ministry in the hands of Christians by turning institutional bottlenecks into community fountains.   HOW IT WORKS: Educate, Mentor & Connect Educate Christians in the basic principles of ministry startup on an open source WIKI http://fe.fairfaxcirclechurch.org Mentoring through this Meetup to manage onl …

This is a social action group for people who are interested in creating change for survivors of rape and sexual assault. The group was created by two social work graduate students as part of their coursework in empowering communities for change. The purpose of the group is to focus on sharing why survivors of rape and sexual assault decide to stay silent and use this information as a catalyst for change. The group’s main focus will be on action and creating change. Although discussion of the iss …

SERENITY is a group of down-to-earth people who seek to help others deal with the day-to-day stresses in their life through a variation of holistic techniques. We believe that through our own development, we can assist others to better themselves -- physically, spiritually and emotionally. We strive to constantly operate under the basis of the modern concept of human rights -- more commonly known as the Golden Rule. We strongly believe that you should "never impose on others what you would not c …

This meet up is for business owners, CEO's, HR personnel and anyone else involved in the hiring process. Hiring the right staff can be a tough process. We have great tools to help anyone involved in the hiring process hire better staff.

Welcome to the largest and most active local community of Atheists, Agnostics, Freethinkers, Secular Humanists, Rationalists, and friends in the Washington DC Metro Area!  We host a variety of events each month in DC, Suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia as well as active mailing lists on current events, debate, and general discussion. We're deeply concerned about maintaining Constitutional separation of Church and State - but we're also interested in building a community.  With that in …