Welcome to the online home of the DC/MD/Northern VA Local of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)! The DSA is the largest socialist organization in the United States, and the principal U.S. affiliate of the Socialist International. DSA's members are building progressive movements for social change while establishing an openly socialist presence in American communities and politics. Prominent DSA members and officers include Noam Chomsky, Barbara Ehrenreich, Gloria Steinem, and Cornel Wes …

After reading Empire, Multitude, and Commonwealth, many of us feel a need to discuss the implications of this trilogy for the Occupy Together Movement, politics in general, and the ways we live our own lives. I'd suggest we might want to read each of the Hardt/Negri trilogy, section by section and the basis for our discussions, and move on from there.

… ---------------- OUR VISION ---------------- Abolition, not prohibition of slavery in Maryland ----------------- OUR MISSION ----------------- To support the work of Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force by… - Creating a forum for education, engagement, and action; - Foster grassroots movements for local change in our own community - Complement existing efforts of NGO’s, government, private sector, and the community ----------------- OUR ACTIONS ----------------- - Raising aware …

The ULM (Universal Love Movement) is Heal Humanity's monthly, global initiative uniting people from all walks of life to promote oneness, wellness and awareness. It is an interactive, collective experience that transforms beings that actively participate in the gatherings, human family at large and the planet. The ULM features dynamic presentations on universal love, peace, wholistic health, natural living, environmental sustainability, metaphysics and a vegan potluck. ULM, similar to OM, is a s …

… Our Meetups will be a combination of community networking, planning sessions, and cultural/social activities.

After two successful years, NomadsLand's Films That Matter screenings is being rebranded the "NOMADSLAND PRESENTS" FILM SERIES in conjunction with Busboys and Poets. Our aim this year is to coordinate closely with Washington, D.C. area nonprofits and social enterprises to create 8 themed nights on important social issues and frame the discussion with a fantastic feature documentary. Historically, screenings have been sponsored by NomadsLand.com in conjunction with legendary progressive eatery …

… 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 …

Anyone who knows and loves Stephanie Miller and the mooks. As well as loving Randi Rhodes Let's get together and chat about politics and how we love to watch the Republican debates for entertainment only.

Join this group if you love our Constitution and Bill of Rights and are sick of politics as usual. This group will provide the opportunity for Ron Paul supporters to meet, strategize, and spread the word about Dr. Paul's Campaign for Liberty. It should also be a venue for discussing current events and political issues from a paleoconservative/ constitutionalist/ libertarian point of view. Ron Paul supporters from all political backgrounds are welcome!

Are corporations people? Our Supreme Court thinks so but many US citizens disagree. The Supreme Court decision in the case of "Citizens United vs the FEC" allows corporations to give unlimited amounts of money to support political candidates of their choosing. While you or I might struggle to contribute $20, they can contribute 20 MILLION dollars with no problem! Is this government of the people, by the people and for the people?? This group is primarily for residents of the Mt. Vernon dist …

We are a group of lovers of the dance of peace ~ attuning to the heart ~ co-creating harmony through embodied prayer, sacred intention, conscious movement, pure sound, the glance of the soul. We are musicians, percussionists, dancers, singers of the message of unity, revelers in the mystical, celebrants of all sacred traditions. The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, joyous, multi-cultural circle dances that use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from the many spiritual t …

Dedicated to Conscious Dance and Movement happening in DC and Baltimore. Dance forms include but aren't limited to: Contact Improvisation 5 Rhythms Acro-Yoga Zumba African Taketina Journey Dance Biodanzia Belly Dancing

… Biodanza is a group activity and it facilitates our capability of sharing our emotions with the others and connecting with them; our body and our movements become means of expression of our feelings. Through vital exercises alternated with slower movements, Biodanza definitely diminishes stress in our life and increases our level of health. Biodanza means the dance of life and it's a path towards the joy of living. Biodanza is for everybody, men and women of any age. No prior dance experience is …

THE BIODANZA WORKSHOP.... Biodanza is a system of human development that fuses music, movement, and emotions building a sense of community for those who practice it regularly. This unique combination of elements expands our creativity, vitality and our ability to love. Biodanza is about feeling the fullness of every moment and awakening our passion for life. It is about loving life and putting life in the center. With carefully selected music that evokes specific experiences and invites movement …

Engage with other women entrepreneurs in the DC Area! Created by Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence to bring together established women business owners, M3 Meetups support post-startup entrepreneurs to grow their businesses to the next level. Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence is the leading national not-for-profit provider of resources, business education and community support for women entrepreneurs seeking to grow micro businesses to million dollar enterprises. Count Me …

Our purpose is to provide a community forum to increase awareness of all NIA activities in the DC, MD, VA area, including local area JAM sessions, special performances, classes and other events.  All local area practitioners are welcome to list events open to the entire community and to place notices on our message board so that information can be shared to all current students and potential new students. Local area class schedules are shown below the Meetup Description as well as in the "About" …