Neighborhood Theatre is hosting a free community program, We Are Listening: Gathering to Understand Issues and How to Work Together, on Wednesday, December 7th, 2016, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Beau Willimon, Creator of House of Cards is leading Action Groups around the country and through a connection with Ivey Baker and the Summit at Sea community, he is coming to Charlotte to create dialogue in our community.
Beau Willimon’s Action Group Network website gives more information about the goals of these meetings, which are being held across the country, but here’s their mission:
The Action Group Network is a nationwide network of action groups dedicated to moving the country progressively forward in the wake of a divisive election. We aim to:
- Encourage the formation of ground-up, community-based action groups
- Facilitate organizers by giving them the tools to form their groups
- Inform action groups of work being done by larger organizations and each other
- Connect action groups in the network so they can share information and resources
- Link people who want to get active to groups working in their area or issue of interest
We are primarily a resource to people wanting to form or join action groups. We do not aim to dictate the agenda of any group. Each action group will work independently. They neither speak for nor act in the name of any other group or organization, including the Action Group Network.
We do ascribe, however, to the principles of inclusivity and respect. Any group or individual which engages in communication or actions we deem to be racist, sexist, homophobic, xenophobic or in any way bigoted or aggressive, will not be welcome here.
We believe that a politically conscious and active citizenry is the best hope for a progressive future. We hope that you and others in your community will work together to build that future.
You’re requested to register on Eventbrite. Follow the Facebook event for updates too.
Charlotte on the Cheap is a member of 
