The Rhizome Collective

Hello Internet Friends, The Rhizome Collective is regrouping and we are seeking not-for-profit groups who would be interested in being part of a space for community organizing. We aim to house these organizations and their operations in a new space in order to foster cross-pollination of ideas and involvement of people doing good things. The Rhizome Collective operated such a space at 300 Allan St. for 11 years until spring 2009. We have recently sold the grove field to Ecology Action to raise money for a new space and are seeking groups who would be interested in joining. So on May 9th at 7pm at the Zaragoza Recreation Center, there will be a meeting of groups interested reforming the Rhizome Collective! This will be an informational session led by the current members of the Rhizome Collective where participants will learn a brief history of the Rhizome, what we have been up to lately, and how/why this involves you. After this short presentation, we will introduce ourselves, the organizations we are part of, and open a question/answer based discussion. There will be snacks! This is the mission statement and points that should unite all organizations interested in workign together in this space. Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 4 and don't hesitate to email back with any questions! Mission Statement: To horizontally operate a nurturing, open and diverse space for groups working for fundamental change. Points of Unity 1. Sustainability - Balancing the needs of society, the environment, and the economy by taking care of the needs of today without compromising the needs of tomorrow. 2. Solidarity - Working towards a relationship of mutual aid that implies giving & receiving, acknowledging that everyone has something to give. In our case, there is special emphasis toward creating solidarity with long term historical residents of the neighborhood. 3. Accountability - Having the focus, flexibility, and commitment necessary to accomplish measurable goals transparently. 4. Anti-oppression - We are against the use of power, both from ourselves or from others, to coerce someone to do something. 5. Power sharing - Members participate in meaningful ways in decisions that affect them Thank you! The Rhizome Collective