The Peace & Justice Center of Eastern Maine strives for a better world of peace, human rights, economic justice, and sustainable environment.
Mission Statement
We link individuals and organizations to strengthen our mutual efforts.
We engage in community education to understand the root causes of militarism and injustice in order to address them more effectively.
We provide resources for progressive movement building by supporting and collaborating with emerging and existing groups.
We act on issues not being addressed by other local organizations.
We work to amplify diverse voices in our community.
Steering Committee
Peace & Justice Center is governed by a Steering Committee which has a maximum of 12 members. The Steering Committee meets the third Thursday of each month at 5:30PM via Zoom. In September 2019, the Steering Committee welcomed four new members who represent youth & people from diverse communities. This action is congruent with our mission and stated goal of striving to center our leadership with persons who represent communities most impacted by unjust structures.
FMI Contact: David Patrick, david.g.patrick@maine.edu
Responsibility of Members
Peace & Justice Center members are vitally important to maintaining the Center’s programs which meet the needs of our greater community. we could not do the amazing work we do without the support of our members. Members also meet at least annually in the Spring, with other meetings as called by the Steering Committee. Members elect members to the Steering Committee. The Steering Committee may appoint members when the need arises between the General Assembly Meetings (Please see our By-Laws for more information on the functions and values of the Center).
Program Director
Our Program Directors manages an array of responsibilities that help keep the Peace & Justice Center operating. They monitor the center’s communications, network with other local organizations, coordinate events, and manage social media and community outreach. The directors are also in charge of the upkeep of its resources and helping maintain finances, including donations, bills, grants, and bookkeeping.
Brenna Jones and Joshua Kauppila are currently our Program Directors.
FMI Contact: peacectr@gmail.com
Education Committee
P&J Education Committee develops monthly programs intended to educate and promote discussion of topics relevant to creating a more just & sustainable world. The Committee meets the third Sunday of each month at 4:30pm followed by the monthly educational program at 6pm.
FMI Contact: Doug Poulin, dugbug45@gmail.com
Fundraising & Membership Team
P&J Fundraising & Membership Team works to develop and implement fundraising activities and responds to grant opportunities throughout the year. The Team also develops membership support & outreach strategies for the Center.
FMI Contact: peacectr@gmail.com
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Get Involved
We are always looking for volunteers to get involved in our various committees and efforts. Volunteer work is the backbone of activism, and we would have never gotten this far as an organization without the help of countless volunteers.
If you wish to join our team, email us at: peacectr@gmail.com to learn more and find out what exciting opportunities await you!
