Central Indiana Democratic Socialists of America

Stonewall Committee meeting 6/20 @ 6pm
2023-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
The Stonewall committee to protect LGBTQIA+ rights will be meeting to go over our current projects
Join the #cmt_stonewall_solidarity channel on Slack to find info on the meeting
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Central IN DSA General Meeting, 6/18 @ 12pm 🌹
2023-06-18 12:00 - 14:00
Join the Central Indiana DSA at our monthly General Meeting on Sunday the 18th, including committee updates and voting on proposals put forward by members.
The face-to-face meeting (masks required for the good of our comrades, and we’ll provide one if you forget yours!) will be at one of the Indiana Community Action Association buildings, 1915 W. 18th St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. And for those who aren’t able to make it in person, you can register to join over Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvc-iorDMoHtRTn2RsUrLvwTwgeySF5DrL
We look forward to seeing you there. And chapter meetings are open to the public, so invite any friends or family who may be interested!
If you are not a member, join us at centralindsa.org/join

Stonewall committee meeting 6/16/2023
2023-06-16 17:00 - 18:00
The Stonewall committee to protect LGBTQIA+ rights will be meeting for the first time!
We will be electing co-chairs, so please get your nomination in on the #cmt_stonewall_solidarity channel and join the meeting!
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Elections committee meeting 6/14/2023
2023-06-14 18:00 - 19:00
We will be discussing electoral plans for the chapter including helping our endorsed candidates win their races. Meeting is over Zoom.
Check out the Slack #cmt_elections channel or email elections@centralindsa.org for more info on how to join the meeting.
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Fundraising and Events committee meeting 6/13 @ 7pm
2023-06-13 19:00 - 20:00
Fundraising and events helps plan social gatherings where we aim to reengage old members, have new members join, and raise money for the chapter.

Check Slack for Zoom meeting invite in the #cmt_fundraising_events channel
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Labor committee meeting 6/11 @ 11AM
2023-06-11 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for the labor committee meeting. We’ll review our experience at the Indiana Troublemakers School, and look at upcoming labor solidarity actions.
Check out the Slack #cmt_labor channel or email labor@centralindsa.org for more info on how to join the meeting.
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/
If you have any questions or concerns, email labor@centralindsa.org

🌹 Indy Pride!
2023-06-10 11:00 - 23:00
Join us at Indy Pride! We have a booth this year and would love to see you there!
We could also use volunteers! Ask about it on Slack in the #wg_pride_planning channel or email contact@centralindsa.org and ask about volunteering for pride!
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/
You can find additional info on Indy Pride here: https://indypride.org/

Pride planning 6/8/2023 @ 7pm
2023-06-08 19:00 - 20:00
The Pride Planning working group will meet one more time before Greenwood Pride. Meeting is over Zoom.
Join the #wg_pride_planning Slack channel for the Zoom link.
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Fundraising and Events Committee meeting 6/6/2023
2023-06-06 19:00 - 20:00

Steering Committee Check-in Meeting, 6/5 @ 6:30pm
2023-06-05 18:30 - 19:00
Meeting between the elected chapter officers, with the regional coordinator.
Steering committee meetings are open to all chapter members unless otherwise stated! For the Zoom registration link, check the General channel in the chapter Slack, or email contact@centralindsa.org.

Indiana Troublemakers School
2023-06-04 09:00 - 17:00
Bringing together union members, labor activists, and local officers, a Troublemakers School is an incredible space for networking, building solidarity, and sharing successes, strategy, and inspiration. It’s a real shot in the arm for newbies and seasoned activists alike.
Members who attend will get inspired. Hear speakers from the front lines of recent struggles.
They’ll also get trained. The one-day conference features interactive workshops, panels and meetings, ranging from crucial basic skills like helping your colleagues beat apathy to advanced topics like winning first contracts and running for union office.
When: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 4, 2023
Where: UA Local 440, 1521 Brookville Crossing Way, Indianapolis, IN 46239

Workshops will cover topics such as:

Beating Apathy
Winning A Strong Contract
Assertive Grievance Handling
…and more!

Workshops and schedule subject to change! Detailed program to come.
Registration fee (covers event registration and lunch):
$30 – Regular registration
$45 – Registration plus a half-price subscription to Labor Notes
$15 – Low-income/student rate registration
Register at https://www.labornotes.org/indy2023
Questions? Ideas? Want to get involved? Email labor@centralindsa.org.

🌹 Greenwood Pride!
2023-06-03 12:00 - 18:00
Join us at Greenwood Pride! We have a booth this year and would love to see you there!
We could also use volunteers! Ask about it on Slack in the #wg_pride_planning channel or email contact@centralindsa.org asking about volunteering for pride!
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/
You can find additional info on Greenwood Pride here https://www.greenwoodindianapride.com/

Communications Committee Meeting, 5/31 @ 8pm
2023-05-31 20:00 - 21:00
Join us for our next Communications Committee meeting!
Tentative agenda:

Restarting our social media

For meeting details, check the chapter’s Slack #cmt_comms channel, or email comms@centralindsa.org
If you are a member and do not have Slack access, please forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you set up!
If you are not a member, join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/
If you’re otherwise interested in getting involved with chapter tech or communications work, email comms@centralindsa.org

Elections committee meeting 5/31/2023
2023-05-31 18:00 - 19:00

Pride Planning 5/30/2023
2023-05-30 18:00 - 19:00

Steering Committee Priority Check-in Meeting, 5/29 @ 7pm
2023-05-29 19:00 - 21:00
Monthly meeting between the elected chapter officers to review proposals that passed at the recent monthly chapter General meeting, as well as check in on ongoing campaigns.
Steering committee meetings are open to all chapter members unless otherwise stated. For the Zoom registration link, check the General channel in the chapter Slack, or email contact@centralindsa.org.

Labor committee meeting 5/28/2023
2023-05-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for the labor committee meeting. We continue to plan our participation in the Indiana Troublemakers School and upcoming labor solidarity actions.
Check out the Slack #cmt_labor channel or email labor@centralindsa.org for more info on how to join the meeting.
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/
If you have any questions or concerns, email labor@centralindsa.org

National Convention Planning meeting 5/24/2023
2023-05-24 19:00 - 20:00
A meeting to plan Central Indiana DSA’s presence at the DSA national convention, all are welcome to join.
Check the national-convention channel on slack for the Zoom link the night of the meeting.
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Fundraising and Events Committee meeting 5/23/2023
2023-05-24 18:00 - 19:00

Monthly General Chapter Meeting 5/21/2023
2023-05-21 12:00 - 14:00
Covering issues from the whole chapter including committee updates and voting on proposals put forward by members
Check your email a few days ahead of time for the in-person invite location and Zoom registration link, or check Slack.

If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.
If you are not a member Join us at https://www.centralindsa.org/join/

Fundraising and Events committee meeting 5/17/2023
2023-05-17 19:00 - 20:00
Check Slack for invite
If you do not have Slack access forward your DSA member confirmation email to contact@centralindsa.org and we will get you setup.

Electoral committee meeting 5/17/2023
2023-05-17 18:00 - 19:00
We will be discussing electoral plans for the chapter including helping our endorsed candidates win their races. Meeting is over Zoom.
Check out the Slack #cmt_elections channel or email elections@centralindsa.org for more info on how to join the meeting.

Electoral Committee meeting 5/3/2023
2023-05-03 18:00 - 20:00
We will be celebrating the success of Jesse Brown’s campaign unseating Zach Adamson and doing a retrospective on how we can apply those tactics to future campaigns.
Check out the Slack #cmt_elections channel or email elections@centralindsa.org for more info.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82140136755

May Day Picnic at Flanner Farms🌹
2023-04-30 10:00 - 14:00
Join CINDSA and friends for the annual May Day celebration at Flanner Farms. Be sure to swing by our table and say “hi.” Friends and family members are welcome. Bring your own picnic basket.
When: Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Flanner Farms, 2424 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., Indianapolis

Steering Committee Priority Check-in Meeting, 4/24 @ 7pm
2023-04-24 19:00 - 20:00

Labor Committee Meeting🌹(Zoom Only)
2023-04-23 11:00 - 13:00
Join us for our regular monthly meeting. We continue to plan our participation in the Indiana Troublemakers School and upcoming labor solidarity actions.
This meeting will take place on Zoom only. Please register in advance for Zoom.
Contact labor@centralindsa.org with any questions or concerns.

Central IN DSA General Meeting, 4/16 @ 12pm 🌹
2023-04-16 12:00 - 14:00
Join the Central Indiana DSA at our monthly General Meeting on Sunday the 16th. Agenda forthcoming!
The face-to-face meeting (masks required for the good of our comrades, and we’ll provide one if you forget yours!) will be at one of the Indiana Community Action Association buildings, 1915 W. 18th St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. And for those who aren’t able to make it in person, you can register to join over Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrdeisrDgiHt1VARsV_fdMmQIUo40WHsSs
We look forward to seeing you there. And chapter meetings are open to the public, so invite any friends or family who may be interested!

Steering Committee Proposal Review Meeting, 4/10 @ 7pm
2023-04-10 19:00 - 20:00
Meeting between the elected chapter officers to review member proposals and set the agenda for this month’s General Meeting.
Steering committee meetings are open to all chapter members unless otherwise stated. For the Zoom registration link, check the General channel in the chapter Slack, or email contact@centralindsa.org.

Labor Committee Meeting - Cancelled
2023-04-09 11:00 - 13:00
Our April 9 meeting will be cancelled in recognition of the family and holiday celebrations occurring this week.
We will meet next on Sunday, April 23 at 11 a.m. Hope to see you there!

CINDSA Housing Canvassing
2023-04-01 14:00 - 17:00
We are canvassing, organizing for tenants power at one of the highest evicting apartment complexes in Marion County! We will be meeting at the CVS at 56th and Post Road, and departing there to meet with tenants at the Life of Harrison Trails. See ya there!
