Bridge WWU is a club dedicated to providing and fostering a space for students to discuss politics and the world in a empathetic and productive way!
What is Week of Direct Action All About?
The world of politics can be intimidating to get a start in, but it is important, now more than ever. Engagement and Action are crucial to the health of our democracy, and key pillars of a strong civil society.This week is geared towards providing information and tools to getting engaged with our community and the world! Through discussions with representatives, organizations and nonprofits from our community, we hope to inspire you to take action for the issues you are passionate about!
Connect With Us!
Event Schedule:
April 6th
10am to 2pm
Tabling in VU!
Come chat with us! We can answer any questions you might have about the week!
April 7th
5pm to 7pm
Legislative Forum in MH 152
Come hear from several local representatives about the importance of civic engagement! Free Refreshments!
April 8th
12pm to 2pm
Community Fair in VU MPR
Come speak with 20+ different nonprofits and organization from throughout Whatcom County that are dedicated to our community! There is something for everyone, with organizations focused on a wide variety of topics as well as businesses like The Pickford and Co-Op!
April 9th & 10th
Tune into our Instagram Page where we will be highlighting the various organizations who contributed to our community fair as well as resources to plan your own engagement with politics!
Featured Organizations in Our Community
Go to This Document to find information and ways to get in contact with the wonderful organizations that participated in our Week of Direct Action!
Looking Ahead
What ways do you think would be most effective for YOU to become more politically engaged? How can you turn your passion into real action?joining a club, signing up for news emails or alerts, running for a elected position, attending a council meeting, taking a class...How can you maintain that passion and drive for change?...find alternative outlets (like poster or zine making), find and build relationships and collectives that have similar passions to support each other, stay tuned in despite the worry or fear- it’s worth it!
Guiding Questions
Use these question to get you thinking!What is an Issue you care about?
Step 1: Find an organization who works with that issue.
Step 2: Introduce yourself and ask how you can become involved in their work!How can you become politically engaged in a productive way?
Step 1: Join a club that is politically active.
Step 2: Get engaged in your community!
Step 3: Get engaged in local politics! They effect you everyday, even if you don’t realize it!How can you Break Out of an Echo Chamber?
Step 1: Join Bridge! Seek out different opinions and find common ground!
Step 2: Get your news from a neutral source, outside of social media!
Step 3: Find an Organization, who you may not immediately agree with and introduce yourself!Taking the first step can be overwhelming, but it’s so important!