About Us

We’re a local group inspired by Idealist.org…so, first, about Idealist.org

Idealist.org Vision: We would like to live in a world where:
All people can lead free and dignified lives.
Every person who wants to help another has the ability to do so.
No opportunities for action or collaboration are missed or wasted.

Idealist.org Mission:
Action Without Borders connects people, organizations, and resources to help build a world where all people can live free and dignified lives.AWB is independent of any government, political ideology, or religious creed. Our work is guided by the common desire of our members and supporters to find practical solutions to social and environmental problems, in a spirit of generosity and mutual respect.

 

Now about us: Idealist DC

We’re a group of people getting together to create and foster social consciousness, activism, and community in the DC area. We are working towards “being the change that we want to see in the world” and we’re here to provide support and community for those on that process in life.

We’re progressives, transpolitical, eco-conscious, open-minded, and best of all, full of heart, spirit and fun. We know we can’t save the world on our own, but that won’t stop us from trying…especially when we can do it together!

We welcome everyone to join us for our events and to participate on this blog.

We also welcome you to subscribe to the Idealist-DC Yahoo Groups Listserv!

About The Moderators:

Sibyl

I am one of the organizers for Idealist DC. I am an interactive designer who works for a PR/Marketing agency that specializes in non-profits and issue advocacy. My interest is in helping non-profits and activist groups with their grassroots/netroots organizing, utilizing social marketing and Web 2.0 tools.

I am a member of DC Web Women www.dcwebwomen.org and Co-Chair of the Technology Network for Women’s Information Network www.winonline.org .

Chet Davis

I am one of the other founders of Idealist DC. I work for the federal government helping to manage the telecommunications infrastructure that supports the federal court system. Promoting green technology and sustainable development are two fo my interests. I ‘m also the author of The Creative Activism Guide.

Tina C.

I complete the trifecta, or the three musketeers running this show. all for one and one for all! Currently I am working as a communications/outreach specialist for the federal government. and I am absolutely crazy-busy every day…breaking the “do-nothing” government stereotype! My interest include community building, social justice, and dragon boating. thats right, dragon boating. if you haven’t heard about it before, you heard it here now! Thanks for visiting our blog, please leave a comment and let us know what you think!