The War for the Human Imagination: David Graeber’s Philosophy of Social Creativity

with Nick Smaligo This talk is a bird’s eye view of the profound contribution to political theory developed by the late revolutionary anthopologist David Graeber. It will focus specifically on his theory of social creativity and its relevance to contemporary struggles for liberation. Thursday, July 24, 7:30 pm@ SJAC, 400 SE 12th (at Oak), PDXContinue reading “The War for the Human Imagination: David Graeber’s Philosophy of Social Creativity”

Community Potluck: 11/11

You are invited to a community potluck and gathering at the Social Justice Action Center on Saturday, November 11th, from 5:30-7:30pm. This event follows the summer’s Open House, which brought incredible, kind, and caring community members and over twelve organizations together to share experience, perspectives, and areas of work. This time we want to hostContinue reading “Community Potluck: 11/11”

Public Statement

At the Social Justice Action Center we are committed to maintaining an environment that values safety, dignity, and respect for all individuals. Recently, we have been grappling with a deeply challenging and unprecedented situation that has profoundly impacted our organization and the people we serve. In late June, we received reports that an individual involvedContinue reading “Public Statement”

Buy “Handwarmer Blend” coffee; support Hygiene Station!

This fair-trade, locally roasted whole bean coffee in an eco-friendly corn-based bag is a great way to subsidize Hygiene Project’s support for our unhoused neighbors. A 12oz bag is just $18! (Of that, $11 goes directly to support our programs.) Thanks so much! Please email us about shipping to hygienestationpdx@gmail.com Free front door delivery forContinue reading “Buy “Handwarmer Blend” coffee; support Hygiene Station!”