It's Official: WIT is moving!!
Yes, the rumors are true, dear friends, alleys, supporters, members, and associates!! WIT is officially moving!! We are so excited to be going full-circle. We will be moving from March 15th through March 31st!
Were you wanting to make a donation? This would be an excellent time for you to make your donation to WIT!! We are still raising money to pay for the first six months of our new lease, and to cover the costs of moving.
Are you trying to decide were to volunteer at? Volunteer with WIT during our two weeks of transition.
We welcome everyone's donation, whether time or money!!
March 1, 2010
4th Annual Glorious Women Assembly
Aside from the mammography unit, Kroger Pharmacy will be there to give cholesterol panels, check glucose and blood pressure, weight and BMI. If you need or want hard copies for your organization, let me know and I will mail them to you.
Thank you so very much for your cooperation and support.
Phyllis A. Clayton
Cultural & Linguistic Representative
Passport Health Plan
305 W. Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502-585-7303
Fax: 502-585-7985
phyllis.clayton@amerihealthmercy.org
March 1, 2010
This weekend: Friday and Saturday (March 5th and 6th)
The new portrait dates for the WIT/Color Craft Fundraiser is March 5th-6th, 2010. WIT will be hosting this fundraiser with our members!!
Come out and socialize with us during our Fundraiser!! Have your copy of "A Mile In Our Shoes"? You can purchase your copy at the Family Portrait Fundraiser! You will also have the opportunity to meet authors, get your copy signed, and tell WIT what you think!! In the process, you will meet many awesome people! (there are thousands of dynamic people that be there!)
Did you say that you don't know much about WIT and what we do? Well, this is your opportunity to find out and get your questions answered! Bring your cup of coffee and your thinking cap!!
February 26, 2010
1st Annual WIT Awards!!
The First Annual WIT Awards (WIT A's) was a blast!! It was an opportunity for catching up, socializing, and honoring the commitments and hard work of our members and friends. WIT wants to thank all who came out, as well as all who were with us in spirit!
We know that there were some people who were unable to make it out Friday (school, family, life, etc.). Those who were honored with an Award, but didn't make it, have no worries! We will make sure that we notify you of your Award and see that you get it (eventually)!
Plan on attending the 2nd Annual WIT Awards on February 25th, 2011!!!!
February 17, 2010
Fair Housing Quiz
Metropolitan Housing Coalition has been contracted by the Louisville Metro Housing Department to write the Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice in Louisville. This document will inform the Consolidated Plan which guides the future for housing in our community for the next five years. We are thrilled at the chance to work with the Housing Department on this vital document, but know we can't do it alone.
The survey will be open for the next 2-3 weeks.
February 6, 2010
SOUL at WIT
SOUL (Student Outreach Uniting Louisville) from U of L made a visit to the WIT office today with about 20 student volunteers. The volunteers The volunteers learned about the book-binding process that WIT utilizes for "A Mile In Our Shoes", and they also bound some of these books by hand. WIT would like to say thank you to SOUL and the student volunteers!! Amanda, the director of the Office of Civic Engagement Leadership and Service, who lead the group of volunteers today, makes sure that each project that she leads is poverty-related. Read more about SOUL, and the poverty-related work that they do around the city in our newletter!!
February 6, 2010
WIT on WLOU 1350 AM
If you didn't have your radio tuned to 1350 AM WLOU today from 6pm to 7pm, then you missed WIT on the radio!! Yes, Khalilah, Vicki, and Flaco were on the air talking about WIT, what we do, and what we fight for! Big thanks to all the people holding it down at WLOU for having WIT on the show, and for showing their support for WIT, what WIT stands for, and what WIT fights for!!
February 2, 2010
WIT Member in Action
John Doe releases the Crime Study trailor exclusively on our website! Watch below:
February 2, 2010
WIT Member in Cairo
WIT member, John Doe, recently returned from a trip to Cairo to protest the blockade of Gaza. Watch one of his videos below:
February 2, 2010
WIT is moving
Yes, the rumors are true! It is official everyone! The WIT office/hub will be moving April 1, 2010. If you didn't know, now you do. WIT is asking that our members, supporters, fans, comrades, associates, and fellow social justice show their support! We would like to extend our thanks and hearts to the people, community members, organizations, and the essence of our current (and soon to be old) community. We have been able to accomplish so much over the years that we have been here. Old Louisville/Downtown will always have a special place in our hearts. How many times has someone had to excuse themselves from a meeting to guide a new member or supporter to our office door? We look back upon those times with smile and fond memories. At the same time, we are excited about, and we look forward to our new neighborhood, community, and office!! As some of you may know (depending on how much WIT history you know!), our new home will complete the circle for WIT: many years ago, WIT held some of our first meetings and gatherings in the building that will soon be our new office/hub/home!! Now, that is the last clue to our future residence; can you tell us where that is? With that said, WIT has a full year of events and actions lined up!! We hope to see EVERYONE at our office warming/homecoming party!! (there will be space enough for EVERYONE). Stay tuned for the exact date of the party!
February 2, 2010
A Friendly Reminder
WIT would like to thank everyone that has made a donation or pledge for a donation, especially those that have made these commitments in response to our current funding situation. WIT is still taking donations to fund our operations for Spring 2010, which will include our moving adventure. We would also like to ask everyone to make a monthly donation commitment to support WIT and the work that we do. If you have not made your donation yet, today is a good day to begin. You can mail your check directly to us, or make your donation online:
January 30, 2010
Family Portrait Fundraiser
Due to the inclement weather that the region has experienced in the last few hours, WIT will be rescheduling our Family Portrait Fundraiser. If you have purchased a ticket, we will call you this week to reschedule your appointment. We apologize for any inconvenience. Who ya WIT!!
January 29-30, 2010
Family Portrait Fundraiser
WIT is partnering with Color Craft Studios to raise money! For a $5 donation to WIT, Color Craft will donate a 10x13 family portrait and the sitting fee!! Have you got your ticket yet?? Hurry before they are all sold!
January 27, 2010
LEO reports on WIT
The Leo Weekly also ran a story on WIT and the issues that have come up concerning our funding. Phillip Bailey probed into the essence of WIT and the role that WIT plays in the community. Click here to read the article.
January 26, 2010
Courier-Journal reports on WIT??
The Courier-Journal ran a story on WIT and our current funding issues. Click here to read the full story. Why is it that the Reporter missed so much of what WIT is? Was this story REALLY about WIT? Tell us and the CJ what you think!!
January 24, 2010
Attica Scott for School Board
WIT supporter, Attica Scott is currently running for office to represent District 1 on the Jefferson County Public Schools board of education in Louisville, KY. Click here to read her 10-point platform for change; you can also click here to visit her website. **WIT does not endorse any specific candidate; however, we thought that this was news-worthy!
December 5, 2009
The Destruction of the Sheppard Square Community
The Destruction of the Sheppard Square Housing Development Community is set for destruction and the physical homes are going to be destroyed. WIT is currently working to assist these community members organize against the destruction of their community. The Courier-Journal posted a story covering this; follow the link to read the story...
This will unduly effect poor people and others who rely on TARC for transportation needs! TARC is holding a few community meetings to "discuss" these upcoming cutbacks that are set to take place in February. Follow the link to read their version...(PDF Link)
November 21, 2009
KY Alliance Annual Unity Dinner
On November 21st, 2009, the Kentucky Alliance Against Racial and Political Repression honored Khalilah Collins (WIT Executive Director) with an award for outstanding service to the community!! Who ya WIT!
November 18, 2009
Project Warm
On Wednesday, November 18th, 2009, Women In Transition hosted the first in a series of community meetings this winter on energy management with the folks from Project Warm. A workshop was held and supplies were given out to all who attended to weatherize their homes for the cold weather.
September 29, 2009
Take Back the Night
at U of L's Red Barn
WIT was there in full support of the event to end domestic violence against all humans!