A reminder about the exciting Be the Change National Day of Service project by SAALT: South Asian Leading Together, coming up this Saturday, October 3 (Sunday October 3 in some locations).
If you would like to register and volunteer for a local event, click here. Major events are being held in Boston, Washington DC, New York City, San Francisco, Austin, East Brunswick NJ, Bloomington IN, Raleigh NC, Athens GA, and Richmond VA (Oct. 3). More locations may be added at the last minute.
This initiative is a great way for you personally or your campus, family or other groups to help make a positive difference in your community. IMDiversity.com Asian American Village is proud to be a supporter of this year's initiative, and encourage you to consider volunteering today.
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Thursday, October 01, 2009
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
SAALT Webinar: About the Appointments Process in the Obama Administration
Event Location: Online
Date: Thu, 06/11/2009 - 16:00 - 16:45
Learn more about the Appointments Process in the Obama Administration and How the South Asian Community Can Stay Involved
With special guests Mark Perriello, Director-Priority Placement and Candace Chin, Special Assistant to Don Gips, Director of Presidential Personnel
What: A webinar to learn more about the appointments process for jobs, Boards and Commissions in the Obama Administration (a webinar is a conference call with an online segment; anyone can participate)
When: Thursday, June 11th at 4pm EST/3pm CST/1pm PST (the webinar should last 45 minutes)
Why: Learning about how to navigate the Obama Administration's appointments process will ensure that South Asians can stay engaged and represented in the Obama Administration.
We will be joined by special guests Mark Perriello, Director Priority Placement and Candace Chin, iSpecial Assistant to Don Gips, Director of Presidential Personnel, who will provide information about the appointments process for jobs, Boards and Commissions.
To attend, you must register by Wednesday, June 10th at 12pm EST:
1. Please copy this into your browser:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/942106098
2. You will then be asked to register for the webinar. After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email from the webinar service which has a link; a call-in number; and a conference call-in code.
3. At the appointed time for the webinar (Thursday, June 11th at 4PM EST/3PM CST/1PM PST), please click the link provided in the confirmation email and call the dial-in number listed. When prompted on the call, enter the call-in code from the email. The computer-based portion may take a few moments to load so we ask you to go through this step at least ten minutes before the start of the webinar.
4. To ask questions during the webinar, simply type them into the "Questions and Answers" box on the right-hand side of the webinar interface on your computer screen.
If you cannot attend the online visual portion of the webinar, you can still listen in to the audio portion by calling in to 213.286.1201and entering 218-248-057 as the code.
Questions? Please contact SAALT at saalt@saalt.org. Sign up TODAY to join us on June 11th!
Featured Job: Scholar in Indian Music with a specialization in Sikh Music (Gurmat Sangeet)
Recently posted on our new job bank: An interesting opportunity at Hofstra University in New York calls for a scholar in Indian Music with a specialization in Sikh Music (Gurmat Sangeet):
The position is rank open, depending on qualifications, and Tenure Track. (Salary is also dependent upon experience and qualifications.) Candidates should have completed a Ph.D. in Music or Ethnomusicology (preferred) with a specialty in the Sikh musical tradition from both a scholarly and performance perspective. An established record of research, publication and other professional and scholarly activity focusing on the Sikh musical tradition and its performance, and a growing reputation within the scholarly community required. Experience in college-level instruction is required (preference will be given to active performers).
Read the full posting and apply here:
Featured Job: Scholar in Indian Music with a specialization in Sikh Music (Gurmat Sangeet)
The position is rank open, depending on qualifications, and Tenure Track. (Salary is also dependent upon experience and qualifications.) Candidates should have completed a Ph.D. in Music or Ethnomusicology (preferred) with a specialty in the Sikh musical tradition from both a scholarly and performance perspective. An established record of research, publication and other professional and scholarly activity focusing on the Sikh musical tradition and its performance, and a growing reputation within the scholarly community required. Experience in college-level instruction is required (preference will be given to active performers).
Read the full posting and apply here:
Featured Job: Scholar in Indian Music with a specialization in Sikh Music (Gurmat Sangeet)
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Sign up for SAALT "Be the Change" by May 30
From SAALT: South Asian Americans Leading Together
What is Be the Change?
Be the Change is a national day of service, coordinated by South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT), that is held on campuses and in cities across the country. The event is based on Mahatma Gandhi's inspirational quote, "You must be the change you wish to see in the world," and provides opportunities for South Asians to give back to their communities.
In 2008, over 2000 people contributed 4000 service hours in 40 cities and campuses across the country.
How Can I get Involved?
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 3rd and join us as a volunteer, campus coordinator, or city coordinator.
1) Host a Be the Change event on your campus - If your campus traditionally hosts a Be the Change event or if you would like to start one on your campus, please fill out this form by May 30th and we will send you a planning guide and connect you to the national event.
2) Host a Be the Change event in your city- Join or start a planning team in your city. As a member of the planning team, you will be coordinating service events, recruiting volunteers, and connecting with other planning teams around the country. Please fill out this form by May 30th and we will connect you with others in your city who are interested in planning a Be the Change event. Our core cities this year are: Washington DC, New York City, South Bay, San Francisco, Atlanta, and Boston. We also welcome other cities to hold Be the Change events.
3) Join SAALT as a National Partner for Be the Change - If your organization, professional association, or youth group would like to partner with SAALT, locally or nationally, please email us at btc2009@saalt.org by May 30th.
What is Be the Change?
Be the Change is a national day of service, coordinated by South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT), that is held on campuses and in cities across the country. The event is based on Mahatma Gandhi's inspirational quote, "You must be the change you wish to see in the world," and provides opportunities for South Asians to give back to their communities.
In 2008, over 2000 people contributed 4000 service hours in 40 cities and campuses across the country.
How Can I get Involved?
Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 3rd and join us as a volunteer, campus coordinator, or city coordinator.
1) Host a Be the Change event on your campus - If your campus traditionally hosts a Be the Change event or if you would like to start one on your campus, please fill out this form by May 30th and we will send you a planning guide and connect you to the national event.
2) Host a Be the Change event in your city- Join or start a planning team in your city. As a member of the planning team, you will be coordinating service events, recruiting volunteers, and connecting with other planning teams around the country. Please fill out this form by May 30th and we will connect you with others in your city who are interested in planning a Be the Change event. Our core cities this year are: Washington DC, New York City, South Bay, San Francisco, Atlanta, and Boston. We also welcome other cities to hold Be the Change events.
3) Join SAALT as a National Partner for Be the Change - If your organization, professional association, or youth group would like to partner with SAALT, locally or nationally, please email us at btc2009@saalt.org by May 30th.
Friday, April 24, 2009
2009 South Asian Summit begins Today
Release about an exciting national event by SAALT:
250 individuals including representatives of 33 South Asian community-based organizations are gathering in Washington DC to address the pressing issues affecting the South Asian community in the United States.
With the nation confronting important issues including the economic downturn, reform of the immigration system, and the restoration of civil rights and civil liberties, South Asians have the opportunity to play critical roles in advancing progressive policy change at the local and national levels.
At the National South Asian Summit, participants will convey concerns to government agencies and policymakers; build advocacy and communications skills; and strategize, learn, and identify ways to work together and with allies. Learn more about the agenda here.
Highlights will include:
Today marks another important moment for the South Asian community.
250 individuals including representatives of 33 South Asian community-based organizations are gathering in Washington DC to address the pressing issues affecting the South Asian community in the United States.
With the nation confronting important issues including the economic downturn, reform of the immigration system, and the restoration of civil rights and civil liberties, South Asians have the opportunity to play critical roles in advancing progressive policy change at the local and national levels.
At the National South Asian Summit, participants will convey concerns to government agencies and policymakers; build advocacy and communications skills; and strategize, learn, and identify ways to work together and with allies. Learn more about the agenda here.
Highlights will include:
- Keynote remarks by Sudhir Venkatesh at the ChangeMaker Awards Reception recognizing community activists and emerging leaders
- Panels and discussions on becoming a more effective spokesperson; the economic climate; immigration reform and profiling; gender equity; the release of South Asian specific data from the 2008 Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund's exit poll; and more.
- A national South Asian Advocacy Day including roundtables with government agency representatives and Administration staff, as well as a congressional briefing and delegation visits with congressional offices.
Not at the Summit?
Click here to view podcasts of selected sessions, which will be made available at the end of the weekend and through next week.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
SAALT's South Asian Summit, Webinars Coming Up in April
Release from South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT)
Register for the South Asian Summit today!
April 24th - April 26th
(Washington DC) - The Summit is a two and a half day convening with skills-building workshops, discussions, and networking opportunities, hosted by SAALT and the South Asian Law Students Association (American University Washington College of Law)
A Quick Look at the Agenda
Friday, April 24th: Advocacy Day & ChangeMaker Awards Reception featuring Sudhir Venkatesh, author of Gang Leader for a Day and contributor to Freakonomics. Nominations for ChangeMaker Awards are due March 16th!
Saturday, April 25th: A full day of interactive workshops, plenary sessions, regional breakouts, and a chance to connect with activists, professionals, students, and community members from around the country.
Want to learn more about SAALT?
Join SAALT Staff on March 19th at 12pm EST for an online webinar to hear first-hand about SAALT's work and vision in 2009. Learn more about the South Asian Summit and how you can get involved with SAALT.
Click here to reserve your space for the webinar.
Register for the South Asian Summit today!
April 24th - April 26th
(Washington DC) - The Summit is a two and a half day convening with skills-building workshops, discussions, and networking opportunities, hosted by SAALT and the South Asian Law Students Association (American University Washington College of Law)
A Quick Look at the Agenda
Friday, April 24th: Advocacy Day & ChangeMaker Awards Reception featuring Sudhir Venkatesh, author of Gang Leader for a Day and contributor to Freakonomics. Nominations for ChangeMaker Awards are due March 16th!
Saturday, April 25th: A full day of interactive workshops, plenary sessions, regional breakouts, and a chance to connect with activists, professionals, students, and community members from around the country.
Want to learn more about SAALT?
Join SAALT Staff on March 19th at 12pm EST for an online webinar to hear first-hand about SAALT's work and vision in 2009. Learn more about the South Asian Summit and how you can get involved with SAALT.
Click here to reserve your space for the webinar.
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