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Register for convention today!!

published by IVAW Admin on 06/02/10 3:36pm
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Convention postcardGo to www.ivawconvention.org for all the details about convention and to register today! The deadline is Tuesday, June 8th.

All members of Iraq Veterans Against the War are highly encouraged to attend convention. In addition to building relationships with other members, we will be discussing the most important issues facing our GI and veterans movement.

WHERE:

Huston-Tillotson University 900 Chicon Street Austin, Texas 78702-2795 Phone: (512) 505-3000

WHEN:

Thu, July 8  12:00 PM - 7:00 PM   Registration, Ft. Hood Outreach, Reception  Fri,   July 9   9:00 AM - 9:00 PM    Welcome, Panels, Workshops, Appreciation Dinner Sat,  July 10  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM   Panels, Workshops, Elections, GI Outreach Concert   Sun, July 11  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM   Board Meeting, Creative Day at Under the Hood Cafe

WHO and WHY:

Members will have a chance to discuss lessons learned, brainstorm innovative ideas,  and develop a common orientation towards the goals and strategy of IVAW for the upcoming year.

Members will also meet with the current board and candidates, elect members for open board positions, review the status of our organization including finances, and participate in active duty outreach at Fort Hood.

Key allies and supporters are also welcome to attend convention but are responsible for the cost of their own registration and travel arrangements. We are happy to recommend housing accomodations near the convention site.

Preference for on campus housing is given to members and those with disabilities.

Go to www.ivawconvention.org for all the details about convention and to register today!

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