TheGlobalSwitchboard @gswitchboard
Stewarding a network of people and organizations to promote human rights and social justice in the Pittsburgh region. theglobalswitchboard.org Pittsburgh Joined December 2013-
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Our World Refugee Day on Tuesday included an inspiring and heart wrenching panel on refugees & sustainability at @ChathamU 's Sustainable Leadership Academy, learning about Ukraine and Bhutan.
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"Austin reports ~$1 million in revenue [that the City generates from their scooter program]; Chicago, nearly $4.4 million. Here in Pittsburgh, Spin got its permit to operate for just $150." We agree w @Barb4PGH, the scooter status quo has gotta go. triblive.com/opinion/barb-w…
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LAST DAY TO SUBMIT🚨 Got opinions on scooters? Well then take this survey to inform the final report about the pilot's success or failure 🐒 🐒 🐒 survey.alchemer.com/s3/7294025/563…
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Public transit is a human right! We're in #ATL this week w a powerful contingent of PGH organizers studying how #HumanRights frameworks can deepen our organizing🚌❤️✊ We're down here with @1HoodPower @AbolitionistLC @apapgh_ @arysepgh @GwensGirlsPgh @citybridgesclt (more below👇
Join Human Rights Cities Leadership Summit, May 18-21 in Atlanta! Cities can lead the way to a more people-centered politics. Open to all! Details: ushumanrightscities.org Speakers incl: @ashahshahani, @efianwangaza, @kamaufranklin, @leilanifarha, @Blackstarjus, @twrobertslaw
The Global Switchboard is in Atlanta! We are happy to help support a delegation from Pittsburgh at the Human Rights Cities Leadership Summit, learning about global human rights and how to be more powerful in our local advocacy.
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Hey look 👀it’s the whole crew
The Board of the Directors of The Global Switchboard is excited to announce our updated mission and vision. As we continue to be a convener and network steward, we want to highlight the central role that human rights and social justice play in all that we do.
We are excited to welcome Greg Griffith as our newest board member! A senior program implementation specialist at Pitt, Greg is a versatile non-profit professional with over 20 years of experience.
Looking forward to seeing you tonight in the Hill District!
Registration: lnkd.in/gY5BFzhT
We are partnering with Pittsburgh Human Rights Cities Alliance, @APA_PGH, @CaasiPitt and others to host this panel about a new report on Allegheny County's policing and jail practices that was submitted to the UN. @kynajames @bethanyhallam @naturallyautumn
Check out these exciting opportunities! APPLY TODAY w/ LINKS BELOW 👇 Amizade - Global Creative Assistant - bit.ly/Amizadejob World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh - Both roles - bit.ly/WPGHJobs City of Pittsburgh - Education Coordinator - bit.ly/EDUcoordinator
Our All for All Coalition is committed to making this city more equitable and inclusive for all our immigrant and refugee communities. It starts with building bridges. Listen to @welcomingaction Coalition Manager, Lais Alexander, on what that means for her…
“I build bridges by connecting people to each other “Lais Alexander All for All Coalition Manager🌉🕊 Had a great time @welcomingaction @gswitchboard 😍 Let’s continue building bridges together 🙌🏼🌎 لنواصل معا بناء جسور بيننا ☮️ #pittsburghbuildsbridges #explore #اكسبلور
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🌉🕊 Had a great time @welcomingaction @gswitchboard 😍 Let’s continue building bridges together 🙌🏼🌎 لنواصل معا بناء جسور بيننا ☮️ #pittsburghbuildsbridges #explore #اكسبلور #diversityandinclusion
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Exciting alumni news: @gswitchboard has a new Executive Director. Congrats to Holly Hickling (MPPM ’17) on her new role! She has a long & impressive record of community engagement & social justice work. Learn more: theglobalswitchboard.org/holly_hickling.
We're excited to announce that Holly Hickling is our new Executive Director! Reply here or send her a message to discuss how we can work together to make Pittsburgh more equitable and globally engaged. [email protected].
On behalf of our entire team and Board of Directors, we would like to send our best wishes and fondest farewell to Dana Ludgate who concluded her time with us this past Friday. Read our full farewell message here: bit.ly/thankyouDana
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Today is #WorldRefugeeDay! Celebrate with us at Schenley Plaza tonight from 4pm to 8pm!
WorldSquare 2022 is in 4 days! @DowntownPitt and the Office of Immigrant & Refugee Affairs, @WelcomingPGH , are once again celebrating #Pittsburgh and the international communities that create our city. Join us at Market Square this weekend! bit.ly/WorldSquare_20…
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