Difference between revisions of "Volunteer"

From Omni Commons
Jump to navigation Jump to search
(→‎Building renovation projects: this was not pointing to the current updated list)
 
(3 intermediate revisions by the same user not shown)
Line 6: Line 6:
=Working Groups=
=Working Groups=
We have a number of [[Working Groups]] dedicated to specific aspects of the projects functioning. Visit the links to any given working group to learn more and join the mailing list:
We have a number of [[Working Groups]] dedicated to specific aspects of the projects functioning. Visit the links to any given working group to learn more and join the mailing list:
* The [[Commons Working Group]] coordinates booking and event management for the common spaces of the building - meets Saturdays at 1pm in the Blue Classroom.
* The [[Commons Working Group]] coordinates booking and event management for the common spaces of the building - meets Second and Fourth Thursdays at 7pm in the ballroom.
* The [[Building_Construction_and_Maintenance_Working_Group|Building Working Group]] focuses on physical construction, maintenance and alteration projects - meets Mondays at 8pm.
* The [[Building_Construction_and_Maintenance_Working_Group|Building Working Group]] focuses on physical construction, maintenance and alteration projects - meets Mondays at 7pm.
* The [[Challenging Dominant Culture Working Group]] explores bias and issues of difference and inclusion in the space, challenging dominant cultural influences and developing projects and relationships more in line with the values of the Omni, as stated in the founding document and statement of solidarity - meets every Sunday at 3pm in La Commune.
* The [[Finances Working Group]] ensures the continued financial health of the Omni Oakland Commons - meets every other Thursday at 6pm. Contact finance [at] omnicommons [dot] org to confirm.
* The [[Finances Working Group]] ensures the continued financial health of the Omni Oakland Commons - meets every other Thursday at 7pm.
* The Fundraising aka 'Until the Revolution' Working Group is planning our strategy for buying the building! The community will own it... until the revolution, when property becomes obsolete. Meets Mondays at 5pm in the blue classroom.
* The [[Welcoming Committee]] organizes around creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for newcomers and visitors to the project - meets Thursdays at 6pm.


=High Priority Needs=
=High Priority Needs=
* Accounting / Finance
* Construction
* Legal / Permits
* Electrical
* Electrical
* Plumbing
* Plumbing
* Construction
* Fundraising / Grantwriting
* Legal / Permits
* Event Production
* Community Outreach


=Simple things you can do to help=
=Simple things you can do to help=
See [[Simple_things_you_can_do_to_help|this wiki page]]
* Donate toilet paper or cleaning supplies - see our [[WishList]] for inspiration!
* Take out the [[trash]]
* Do a [https://omnicommons.org/frontdesk front desk shift] - greet visitors, give tours, and generally provide a friendly face to the building
* Spread the word about the Omni to friends and neighbors!


=Building renovation projects=
=Building renovation projects=
See [[ToFix|this wiki page]]
See [[ToFix|this wiki page]]

Latest revision as of 18:36, 18 February 2016

The Omni Commons is 100% volunteer-run. We've got lots to do and there are tons of ways you can help out!

Join the mailing list

Sign up for our low-traffic volunteer mailing list to receive announcements about upcoming work parties and calls for volunteers for specific tasks: https://omnicommons.org/lists/listinfo/volunteers

Working Groups

We have a number of Working Groups dedicated to specific aspects of the projects functioning. Visit the links to any given working group to learn more and join the mailing list:

  • The Commons Working Group coordinates booking and event management for the common spaces of the building - meets Second and Fourth Thursdays at 7pm in the ballroom.
  • The Building Working Group focuses on physical construction, maintenance and alteration projects - meets Mondays at 7pm.
  • The Finances Working Group ensures the continued financial health of the Omni Oakland Commons - meets every other Thursday at 6pm. Contact finance [at] omnicommons [dot] org to confirm.
  • The Fundraising aka 'Until the Revolution' Working Group is planning our strategy for buying the building! The community will own it... until the revolution, when property becomes obsolete. Meets Mondays at 5pm in the blue classroom.

High Priority Needs

  • Construction
  • Legal / Permits
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Fundraising / Grantwriting
  • Event Production
  • Community Outreach

Simple things you can do to help

  • Donate toilet paper or cleaning supplies - see our WishList for inspiration!
  • Take out the trash
  • Do a front desk shift - greet visitors, give tours, and generally provide a friendly face to the building
  • Spread the word about the Omni to friends and neighbors!

Building renovation projects

See this wiki page

Retrieved from "https://omnicommons.org/mediawiki/index.php?title=Volunteer&oldid=4637"