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=Students for Social Action=
Unlike many of the other groups on campus, there are a few organizations that aim to deal with multiple social action issues like race, class, and gender.  Their goal is to create a space where students can discuss these and other issues in a safe place.  Ultimately, they hope to affect change on the campus, in the community, and in some cases the world. 


==Mission Statement==
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Students for Social Action (SSA) is a group of Dickinsonians who work to promote awareness of social issues and to develop progressive plans for change. We work to advance social justice, environmental protection, and peaceful solutions to conflicts. Our projects in the past have included the promotion of fair trade products in the Underground, a Clean Energy Now campaign, and a donation drive to assist migrant farm workers in Adams County. Come join us to change the world!
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This group has about 15 members.
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===Events===
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The group sponsors a FairWares market to promote fair trade, and works together with other campus organizations, like EarthNow, writes letters to Congressmen, has protests, and has panel discussions led by faculty.
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===Effectiveness===


On a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the most effective, the group rated its perceived effectiveness with a 1.5.
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Latest revision as of 01:56, 12 May 2006

Unlike many of the other groups on campus, there are a few organizations that aim to deal with multiple social action issues like race, class, and gender. Their goal is to create a space where students can discuss these and other issues in a safe place. Ultimately, they hope to affect change on the campus, in the community, and in some cases the world.

Description

ABOLISH

Students for Social Action

Sustained Dialogue

UMOJA


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