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Books-to-Action: Where I Slept

Agency: Hands On Greater Portland

Description:

Read and discuss Where I Slept by Transition Projects, Inc. In 2007, Portland residents of Transition Projects shelters were asked to photograph the places they slept while living on the streets.  With disposable cameras and a willingness to show us their truth, they created a discomforting book that serves as a stark reminder that we can do better.

This Books-to-Action begins with a discussion of the book followed by a community service opportunity that inspires our sense of service and contribution.  Check back in mid-January for a description of the service project. Meanwhile, if you have any questions about this, please email Karen@handsonportland.org.

Limited copies of the book are available. If you need to borrow a copy, please email Karen@handsonportland.org.

Love volunteering? Got a passion for reading? Join Hands On as it brings the two together through Books-to-Action, which aims to deepen volunteer understanding about relevant social issues in our community through common reading, discussion and service.

This Books-to-Action is co-sponsored by our Hands on Boomer Initiative and Multnomah County Library, partners in Life by Design NW. Boomers are encouraged to participate and we welcome an intergenerational mix of participants.

Impact Areas: Homelessness/Hunger, Other

Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Homelessness, Baby Boomers & Retirees

Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Reading

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Tuesday, February 09, 2010
6:00PM - 7:30PM
Volunteer Leader(s): Karen Beal (send email)
Size Limit: 15
Location: Portland, OR 97212 (N. E. Portland)
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