George A. Wiley Center

Description:

Building a community that addresses human need and ensures social and economic justice. Accomplished by forming cooperative alliances with labor, church, business and community groups working collectively for justice. Teaches community organizing. Empowering people to effect change in policies concerning jobs, welfare reform, child care, health care, nutrition programs, WIC, food stamps and transportation. Membership program, R.I. Campaign to Eliminate Childhood Poverty, has seven chapters which meet on a regular basis throughout the State.

General Information

Hours:

Mon-Fri 9:00AM-3:00PM

Intake Process:

Call or attend a meeting

Program Fees:

No fees. Donations welcome.

Eligibility:

All are welcome

Is Shelter?

No

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Date of Official Change:

December 28, 2018

Volunteer Opportunities:

Whatever your skills you can assist with our efforts toward economic and social justice. Whether you are interested in community organizing, law, policy, sociology, economics, design, popular theater, filmmaking, communication, or social media, your skills will be invaluable! We can accommodate for varying time lengths and involvement requirements that would suit your academic internship, community service or volunteer needs. Contact Camille Viveiros for more information.

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Year Incorporated:

1981

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