Credit Unions
Taiwan, China - Jacob's Ladder to Progress in Taiwan
:: Alternative Taiwan. Taiwan travel and general information. Against independence, for reunification with China with autonomy for Taiwan. For social justice and sustainable development. Includes an unofficial home page for the Taiwan Labor Party. Issues: Asia; Taiwan; socialism; Labor Party; Green Party; China; Kurdistan; peace; Tibet. Location: Taipei.
Mitsubishi Watch
:: News, analysis and commentary based on published and unpublished material and personal experience related to unethical behavior of Mitsubishi group of companies. Issues: corporate responsibility; environment; workplace democracy; consumer protection; equal rights; forests; labor; minorities; racism. Location: Berkeley, CA 94702.
News and Letters Committees
:: Marxist-Humanist organization, founded by Raya Dunayevskaya, publishes paper with voices of revolt unseparated from a philosophy of liberation. Issues: transformation; Marxist-Humanism; labor; youth; women; minorities; philosophy; revolution. Location: Chicago, IL 60605.
Kentuckians For The Commonwealth
:: We believe in the power of citizens, working together, to challenge injustices and improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians. Issues: justice; grassroots; citizens; environment; labor; environment; race; empowerment. Location: London, KY 40743.
UK American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
:: University of Kentucky students protecting citizens’ rights under the law, such as First Amendment rights and the right to equal protection. Issues: civil liberties; campus; activism; student; racism; rights; constitution. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Leftist Student Union (LSU)
:: Students who promote grass-roots democracy, justice, personal empowerment, environmental protection, and the anti-war movement. Issues: justice; campus; activism; student; liberal; anti-war; union; environment; anti-consumer. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers
:: Active in more than 200 industries, and provides
information on workers' rights, statistics, congressional contacts, voting
records, press releases and labor news. Issues: labor; union; workers' rights; machinists; aerospace; metalworkers; solidarity. Location: Upper Marlboro, MD 20772.
MASE/CWA Local 3570
:: Largest public workers' union in Mississippi; central player in state progressive coalition; ally of poverty, mental health, etc, advocacy groups. Issues: labor; poverty; antiprivatization; workers' rights; open government; living wage. Location: Jackson, MS 39215.
Eye On New York
:: Award-winning web site and newsletter keeping an eye on New York's conservative state politicians. News, opinion, interaction (forums and chat) and humor... A project of the Robert F. Kennedy Democratic Club, Inc. Issues: politics; environment; unionization; human and civil right; conservatism and right-wing extremism. Location: Albany, NY 12225.
Green Parties of North America
:: A global political movement with Parties in over sixty
nations and locals all over. Clearinghouses to help
you find your Green neighbors. Books, periodicals, buttons and stickers. Issues: alternative parties; feminism; nonviolence; environment;labor;
democracy;social justice;corporate accountability. Location: Blodgett Mills, NY 13738.
Solidarity Committee of the Capital District
:: A webpage for labor and community activists: organizing
tools, howto's, background info on issues. Issues: labor; social justice; economic justice; trade unions;
community activism. Location: Albany, NY, NY 12206.
Working Families Party
:: A new independent voice for New York's working people. The first qualified community-labor political party in New York in more than 50 years. Our #1 priority this year: Defeating the anti-labor, anti-civil liberties Mayor Rudy Giuliani! Issues: labor; living wage; workers' rights; health care; housing; democracy; economic justice
Location: Brooklyn, NY 11217.
Free Trade = Brutal Flexibilization of Labor
:: Tapsearch Tapart News and Art that Talks global free trade job issues via published commentaries and editorial art by Ray Tapajna has real news and data from the streets of USA noting that the print media is out of touch with workers. Issues: trade; Globalization; Free Trade; NAFTA;CAFTA; Workers Rights; workplace. Location: Cleveland, OH 44111.
South Carolina Progressive Network
:: A coalition of community activist and advocacy organizations from across the state working together on progressive issues. Issues: networking; environment; women's rights; racism; labor; campaign finance reform; gay rights; disability rights; voter registration. Location: Columbia, SC 29202.
Texas Labor Party
:: A political party that uses grassroots action to fight for social & economic justice, corporate accountability, and sustainable growth. Issues: alternative parties; corporate responsibility; environment; government accountability; justice; labor; unions; worker ownership; workplace democracy Location: Denton, TX 76205.
Coalition for Justice
:: A coalition of religious, political, and community organizations and individuals concerned about ongoing oppression of the peoples of Central America and the world. Issues: Central America; human rights; peace; solidarity; labor. Location: Blacksburg, VA 24063.
The Tenants Union
:: A nonprofit, membership-based organization that fights to protect and improve tenant rights, and offers help with landlord-tenant problems. Issues: housing; tenants rights; subsidized housing; section 8 housing; economic justice. Location: Seattle, WA 98118.
View from the Groves - union & environmental activist
:: volunteer activist working in various issues and currently neighborhood organizing for politics and have been on board of directors for environmental education nonprofit storefront office. Issues: hunger; poverty; unions; overpopulation; energy; global warming; nuclear weapons; chemical weapons; biological weapons; transportation. Location: Olympia, WA 98506.
Public Citizen
:: Founded by Ralph Nader in 1971 asthe consumer's eyes and ears in Washington. With the support of more than
150,000 people like you, we fight for safer drugs and medical devices, cleaner and safer energy sources, a cleaner environment,
fair trade, and a more open and democratic government. Issues: consumer protection; environment; health; justice; labor; energy; rights; safety. Location: Washington, DC, DC .
The American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin, Inc.
:: Defends the civil liberties, constitutional and civil rights of Wisconsin residents. Issues: civil liberties; free speech; religious liberty; civil rights; privacy. Location: Milwaukee, WI 53202.
African-American Labor Center/AFL-CIO
1400 K St. NW, #700
Washington, DC 20005-2403 Phone: (202)789-1020
Affiliate: African-American Labor Center/AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; justice; peace; jobs; minorities; conflict resolution; unions. Description: "Greater solidarity with labor in the Black community and more attention to that community's concerns within the labor movement are the goals. Reporting on cooperative work with groups such as the NAACP and on upcoming meetings on labor-Black issues is included in this newsletter." - C.Canan Contacts(s): J. Sarr Price: Free. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1965. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
1663 Mission St., 4th Fl.
San Francisco, CA 94103-2449
Affiliate: American Civil Liberties Union. Issues: justice; civil liberties; civil rights; censorship. Description: This periodical reports on violations of civil liberties from around the country and the efforts of people to combat them. The ACLU has recently been criticized for defending Nazis and KKK members as fundamentally critical to protecting the rights of all. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
815 16th St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)637-5000
Issues: labor; unions. Description: The largest labor union in the US encompassing many types of professions. Unfortunately some key members have demonstrated strong anti-communist sentiments and involvement with CIA and third world intervention. The Institute recruits people for employment with AFL-CIO to conduct union representation camps. Other Resources: See LABOR LETTER and Communications Workers of America. Contacts(s): Lane Kirkland (President) Additional Address: AFL-CIO Organizing Institute, 1444 I St. NW, #216, Washington, DC 20005, (202)408-0700. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
50 Beacon St.
Boston, MA 02108-3524 Phone: (617)720-5627
Issues: labor; jobs; volunteers. Description: Job listings in nonprofits, public interest law, and state government. Personal computerized job search services and information on volunteer opportunities. Other:Publishes "Community Jobs". Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization; NET. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
1024 Elysian Fields
New Orleans, LA 70117-8402 Phone: (504)943-5713
Issues: media; politics; demographics; broadcasting; activism; poverty. Description: A national association of community organizations, churches, unions, and broadcast facilities committed to using media as an organizing tool for low income communities. "We have operations in Little Rock, Dallas, New Orleans, Salinas, Atlanta, Des Moines, Shreveport, and nationally distributed radio programming." Other Resources: Publication, Open Channels. Assistance to low income communities in applying for FCC licenses, garnering community support, and developing the grassroots fundraising to put community stations on the air. Contacts(s): Michelle Healy (Executive Director), Mac England (Station Manager), (501)372-6119. Page#: 4-8. Price: $1/ea. Subscriptions: $5/donation. Frequency: 4/yr. Circulation: 200. Fax: (504)944-7078. Established: 1977. Type: media. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Affirmative Action, Inc.
8356 Olive Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63132-2814 Phone: (800)537-0655
Affiliate: Affirmative Action, Inc. Issues: justice; labor; minorities; disabled; jobs. Description: Each issue has 300 positions at a professional level (most requiring advanced study) available to minorities, veterans, and the handicapped; listings are advertisements placed by employers with affirmative action programs. Contacts(s): Warren H. Green (Editor) Page#: 50. Frequency: 12/yr. Circulation: 55M. Fax: (314)997-1788. Type: reference; directory. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
Credit Union Building
Emory University
Atlanta, GA 30322-1100
Description: See DIRECTORY OF AFRICAN AND AFRO-AMERICAN STUDIES IN THE UNITED STATES. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
1400 K St. NW, #700
Washington, DC 20005
Affiliate: AFL/CIO. Description: See AALC REPORTER. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm.
Center for Changes
7012 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48210-2872
Affiliate: Center for Changes. Issues: politics; justice. Description: "A journal focusing on movements for social and political change in the US and internationally. The magazine explores labor, feminist, environmentalist, race, and class issues from the perspective of 'Socialism from Below'. It is published in order to promote dialogue among activists, organizers, and serious scholars on the left." - C.W. Subscriptions: $18/yr.; $25 institution. Frequency: 6/yr. Circulation: 2.5M. Type: periodical; journal. Source: CRISES.
The Southern Willamette Alliance
454 Willamette St.
Eugene, OR 97401-2641
Affiliate: Southern Willamette Alliance. Issues: environment; forests. Description: Vol.11 No.10: The nasty impact of GATT and the North American Free Trade Zone on environmental policies. US Forest Service's mandatory cutting levels. Aesthetic and architecture. Columbus Day, union hassles, directories and calendar. Other progressive news, too. Page#: 12. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1725 K St. NW, # 509
Washington, DC 20006-1401 Phone: (202)857-0666
Issues: energy; environment; economics; demographics; efficiency; air pollution; conservation; appropriate technology; housing. Description: Coalition of government, business, consumer and labor leaders dedicated to increasing the efficiency of energy use. Conducts research and pilot projects to stimulate investment in energy efficiency and use experience in these activities to formulate policy initiatives and conduct educational programs. Focus includes the environment, affordable housing, competitiveness, national security and economic development. Other Resources: Booklets, articles, reports, manuals, computer software and other material. Contacts(s): James L. Wolf (Executive Director), Mary Ann Gourlay (Communications Director) Tax Status: Nonprofit. Type: organization; alliance. Source: Macrocosm USA.
15 Union Square
New York, NY 10003-3316 Phone: (212)242-0700
Issues: labor; health; justice; unions; minorities; occupational safety. Description: This union is trying to make working conditions for textile workers better. It attempts to bring fair employment, occupational safety, and improved health benefits into the textile and clothing industry. Other Resources: National Labor Committee in Support of Human Rights in El Salvador and CLUW NEWS. Contacts(s): Jack Sheinkman (President), Dave Dyson Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
3 Bethesda Metro Center, #350
Bethesda, MD 20814-5377 Phone: (301)951-6122
Issues: economics; labor; worker ownership. Description: Employee-owned investment banking firm specializing in ESOP (employee stock ownership plan) transactions. Other Resources: Free brochure. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
132 W. 43rd St.
New York, NY 10036-6506 Phone: (212)944-9800
Issues: justice; politics; feminism; civil liberties; censorship; pro-choice; civil rights; law; lobbying; death penalty; criminal system. Description: Founded with the purpose to define specific guarantees in the Bill of Rights: freedom of speech, the press, religion, association and assembly, due process of law, and equal treatment under the law. This is its national office. In recent years it has become rather controversial for defending murderers, Nazis and Klansmen, expressing a sometimes strong anti-religious bias. They are supporters of pro-choice and other related issues. Other Resources: General information, public policy reports; See newsletters CIVIL LIBERTIES and A.C.L.U. NEWS, and FIRST PRINCIPALS, co-sponsored with Center for National Security Studies. See guide, USING THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT. Committee for Public Justice Contacts(s): Ramona Ripston (Executive Director (S.Calif.)), Norman Siegel (Director), (202)544-1681. Other:(212)944-5736(Committee). Dues: $20+/yr. Established: 1920. Additional Address: American Civil Liberties Union Legislative Office, 122 Maryland Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002 Contact: Morton Halperin (Executive Director) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
109 11th St., SE
Washington, DC 20003-3997 Phone: (202)546-1700
Issues: peace; disarmament; conflict resolution. Description: Committee determined during the 80's to achieve a detente between the Soviet Union and the US. Other Resources: See EAST-WEST OUTLOOK. Contacts(s): Jeanne Mattison Type: organization; committee. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2 W. 64th St.
New York, NY 10023-7104
Description: See YOUR WASHINGTON ETHICAL ACTION OFFICE REPORTS, WASHINGTON REPORTS, and CENSORSHIP NEWS under periodicals. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
1625 L St. NW
Washington, DC 20036-5601 Phone: (202)452-4800
Issues: labor; unions. Description: See PUBLIC EMPLOYEE magazine. Contacts(s): Gerald W. McEntee (President) Type: organization; federation. Source: Macrocosm USA.
555 New Jersey Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20001-2029 Phone: (202)879-4400
Issues: labor; education; politics; unions. Contacts(s): Barbara Van Blake, Duane Kelly, (816)483-0753. Additional Address: 10311 East 42 St., Kansas City, MO 64133 Type: organization; federation. Source: Macrocosm USA.
American Labor Education Center
2000 P St. NW
Washington, DC 20036-5915 Phone: (202)828-5170
Affiliate: American Labor Education Center. Issues: labor. Description: "Each issue of this 8-page newsletter revolves around a theme. Strike strategy, press relations, job safety, and organizing techniques are four previous themes. Single and bulk copies of past issues can be ordered." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Matt Witt Price: $1.65/ea. Subscriptions: $9.95/yr. Frequency: Irregular. Established: 1979. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
2000 P St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
Description: See AMERICAN LABOR newsletter. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm.
825 7th Ave., 7th Fl.
New York, NY 10019-6014
Issues: economics; energy; labor; resource management; business; unions; trade. Description: Daily newspaper. Editorial/(212) 887-8550, Fax/887-8520. Advertising/(212) 887-8380, Fax/887-8522. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Register Publishing Company
MacMillan Directory Division / 121 Chanlon Rd.
New Providence, NJ 07974-1541
Issues: education; economics; philanthropy; students. Description: 2,800+ current grant programs offered by government agencies, private foundations, educational and professional associations, corporations, unions, church groups and other organizations; special emphasis on programs offering grants to individual for study, travel, etc. Classified by subject area or grant purpose (e.g., special populations, humanities, international affairs, etc.) Other Resources: Also includes guide to writing a proposal. Publisher: National Register Publishing Company; Macmillan, Inc. Published Date: 9/90. Page#: c1,140. Frequency: Annual. Fax: (708)441-2264. Type: reference; directory. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
PO Box 533
Whitesburg, KY 41858-0533
Issues: environment; health; labor; forests; occupational safety. Description: Vol.4 No.2: Black lung, landfill, clearcutting, Ashland Oil, Forest Service botanist fired for doing her job, and the death of Lake Cumberland. Schedules of meetings. Page#: 16. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Type: periodical. Source: Jerod Pore.
13734 39th Ave. NE
Seattle, WA 98125-3810 Phone: (206)361-1890
Issues: health; labor; occupational safety. Description: "Ergonomics" is the relationship between the body and the work environment. Injury-prevention programs and recovery strategies. Other Resources: Free brochure available. Contacts(s): Jack Litewka Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; service. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Center for Safety in the Arts
5 Beekman St., Suite 820
New York, NY 10038-2206 Phone: (212)227-6220
Affiliate: Center for Occupational Hazards. Issues: arts; labor; health; occupational safety. Description: A newsletter "interested only in articles related to health and safety issues in visual art, performing arts, and museums." Contacts(s): Michael McCann (Editor) Page#: 4. Price: $1/ea. Bulk Prices: 40% off/24. Subscriptions: $15/yr. Frequency: 10/yr. Established: 1978. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Labor Heritage Foundation
815 16th St. NW, #301
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)842-7880
Affiliate: Labor Heritage Foundation. Issues: arts; labor; culture; unions; graphics; fine arts; music. Description: "A newsletter that reports on the activities of the Foundation. Well-written and illustrated, it seeks to involve art, i.e., music, paintings, graphics, back into the labor movement." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Joe Glazer (Chairman), Joanne Delaplaine (Executive Director) Page#: 4-6. Price: Free. Frequency: 2/yr. Fax: (202)842-7838. Dues: $30/friend; $50/sponsor. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1984. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/CULTURE.
1901 Hannah Branch Rd.
Burnsville, NC 28714-7582 Phone: (704)675-4262
Issues: education; economics; labor; alternative; workplace democracy; worker ownership. Description: This school teaches individuals economic principles which defy the old school, such as employee ownership, reinvestment, workplace democracy. Contacts(s): Margot Preston Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 2092
Jasper, OR 97438-0299 Phone: (503)683-8184
Issues: labor; economics; health; workplace democracy. Description: A national membership organization providing progressive health care and financial plans, training, resources, and contacts necessary to achieve a truly democratic workplace. Individual and business members. Contacts(s): Cynthia Wooten Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Center for Enterprise Development West
353 Folsom St.
San Francisco, CA 94105-2321 Phone: (415)321-7663
Affiliate: Center for Enterprise Development. Issues: economics; labor; education; worker ownership; homeworkers; workplace democracy; jobs; community investment. Description: A new coalition of more than 150 advocates of microenterprise, self-employment, and entrepreneurial training, especially for low income persons. A number of its members provide loans to help start small businesses. Type: ORG:. Source: GEO.
500 State St.
Brooklyn, NY 11217-1803 Phone: (718)855-6650
Issues: labor; feminism; unions; workplace democracy; empowerment. Description: The only national nonprofit organization dedicated solely to the issues surrounding democracy in the US and Canadian labor unions. Other Resources: Newsletter, UNION DEMOCRACY REVIEW; advice, legal support, advocacy; Women's Project. Contacts(s): Susan Jennik (Executive Director), Brett Nair (Office Manager) Fax: (718)855-6799. Dues: $25/yr. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1969. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Foundation For Independent Video & Film
625 Broadway
New York, NY 10012-2611 Phone: (212)473-3400
Affiliate: Foundation For Independent Video & Film. Issues: media; labor; union; film. Description: A national trade association for individual film & video producers--effective national representation of membership to government, industry and general public (AIVF); FIVF a nonprofit tax-exempt foundation for promoting individual video and film. It sponsors workshops, seminars, screenings, and publishes a monthly magazine. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1974. Type: media. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 75920
Washington, DC 20013-0920 Phone: (202)544-5150
Issues: politics; peace; foreign policy; international law. Description: Formerly, Federal Union, advocates federation of established democracies first, others becoming eligible as they become democratic internally; see also Center for the Study of Federalism. Contacts(s): Ira Strauss (Executive Director), Charles Patrick (President), (202)544-5152. Additional Address: 1506 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003--3116. Contact: Thomas Hudgens (Vice-President) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
25 E. 21st St.
New York, NY 10010-6207
Description: See Jewish Labor Committee. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm.
711 4th Ave., NE
Austin, MN 55912-3745 Phone: (507)437-4110
Issues: labor; economics; justice; boycotts; corporate responsibility; investing; unions. Description: BOYCOTT HORMEL -- They are accused of unfair labor practices. Products: Black Label bacon and hams, Broiled and Browned sausage, Cure 81 hams, Cure Master hams, KiLusso Genoa salami, Dinty Moore stews, Dubuque products, Fast 'N Easy bacon, Frank 'N Stuff franks, Fresh Farm catfish, Great Beginnings products, Jennie-O turkeys, Light and Lean Canadian bacon and ham, Little Sizzlers sausage, Mary Kitchen roast beef and corned beef hash, Old Smokehouse barbecue sauce... Burger King & Pizza Hut. Other Resources: To protest, write to: Hormel, 501 16th Ave., NE, Box 800, Austin, MN 55912. Type: organization; boycott. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Bakery, Confectionery, & Tobacco Workers International Union
10401 Connecticut Ave.
Kensington, MD 20895-3951 Phone: (301)933-8600
Affiliate: Bakery, Confectionery, & Tobacco Workers International Union. Issues: labor; politics; unions; lobbying. Description: A monthly leadership newsletter published for members. Contacts(s): Carolyn J. Jacobson (Director of Public Relations) Frequency: 12/yr. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
10401 Connecticut Ave.
Kensington, MD 20895-3961 Phone: (301)933-8600
Issues: labor; politics; unions; lobbying. Description: Represents approximately 145,000 workers in the US and Canada. Publishes BC&T NEWS, a membership tabloid, ten times a year and BC&T Report, a monthly leadership newsletter. It also handles public relations, legislative and political activities. Contacts(s): Carolyn J. Jacobson (Director of Public Relations) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
c/o Arthur Miller
302 N. 'J' St. #3
Tacoma, WA 98403-1917
Issues: justice; environment; labor; political prisoners; Native Americans; indigenous peoples; workplace democracy; criminal system. Description: "This magazine covers prisons, native, environment and workplace issues... Highly recommended." - Prison News Service. Contacts(s): Arthur Miller Type: periodical; magazine. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Teamster Local 391
PO Box 35405
Greensboro, NC 27425-5405
Issues: labor; economics; justice; boycotts; corporate responsibility; unions. Description: BOYCOTT HOLLY FARMS/TYSON FOODS -- Unfair labor practices. Products: All Holly Farm and Tyson Foods products. Other Resources: Holly Farms Corp., P.O. Box 17236, Memphis, TN 38187-0236; Tyson Foods, 2219 West Oaklawn Dr., Springdale, AR 72764. Type: organization; boycott. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
630 3rd Ave., 5th Fl.
New York, NY 10017-6705 Phone: (212)818-1130
Issues: labor; economics; justice; boycotts; corporate responsibility; investing; unions. Description: BOYCOTT TWA -- They are accused of unfair labor practices. Other Resources: To protest, write to: Carl Icahn, TWA, 605 Third Ave., New York, NY 10158. Type: organization; boycott. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Government Accountability Project (GAP)
810 1st St. NE, Suite 630
Washington, DC 20002-3633 Phone: (202)408-0034
Affiliate: Government Accountability Project (GAP). Issues: politics; health; labor; whistle-blowing; occupational safety; hazardous waste; corporate responsibility; government accountability. Description: USDA meat and poultry inspectors, workers at nuclear weapons facilities and power plants; many other "whistle-blowers" are covered along with helpful hints. This magazine exposes government and corporate fraud, waste and health threatening conditions of workers. Reports to the public about government and corporate whistle-blowers and local citizen groups; investigative services to state and local government bodies; legal education to law students pursuing public interest careers. Contacts(s): Louis Clark (Executive Director) Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1977. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Survival News Service
Box 41834
Los Angeles, CA 90041-0834 Phone: (213)255-9502
Affiliate: Survival News Service. Issues: urban; education; agriculture; environment; economics; energy; spiritual; recycling; cooperatives; conservation; appropriate technology. Description: "Focus: To educate city dwellers in realistic, practical ways to 'survive' (re, earthquake preparation, arrest crime, economic survival, city gardens, compost pits, alternative energy, wild foods, etc.)." Co-ops, credit unions, recycling, etc. Strong spiritual focus. Ways to walk lightly on the Earth and lower our impact on an individual level. Other Resources: Lectures, wild food outings, survival outings, classes. A small line of top quality products and books also available. Contacts(s): Christopher Nyerges, Vernon Devans Publisher: Survival News Service. Page#: 12. Price: $1/ea. Subscriptions: $8.50/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Circulation: 2.5M. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1980. Type: periodical; journal. Source: Macrocosm USA.
15 Union Square W
New York, NY 10003-3316 Phone: (212)242-0700
Affiliate: Amalgamated Textile & Clothing Workers Union. Issues: labor; feminism; unions; equal pay; sexism. Description: "CLUW and their newsletter have done more than anyone else in bringing women's issues to the labor movement's agenda. From equal pay to paid maternity leave, all concerns of female workers are presented." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Diane Curry Subscriptions: Membership. Frequency: 6/yr. Dues: $20/yr. Established: 1975. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
1530 Capitol Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95814-5006 Phone: (916)445-8183
Affiliate: State of California. Issues: environment; education; labor; urban; conservation; youth; jobs. Description: An environmental youth work program started by Gov. Jerry Brown that trains youths 18-23 in fire fighting, flood fighting, oil spill control, disaster relief, conservation and environmental awareness. A model program for other states and counties youth conservation programs, it also teaches English as a second language, G.E.D., Conservation Awareness, Career Counseling and offers college classes. Program builds a good work ethic in youth and opens up many career paths. Suffering severe cutbacks. Other Resources: Helitack Firefighting program, C.D.F.; Backcountry Trails programs; Internships at State Parks and Zoo's. Established: 1976. Type: organization; government. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Jobs with Peace Campaign
76 Summer St.
Boston, MA 02110-1225 Phone: (617)338-5783
Affiliate: National Jobs with Peace Campaign. Issues: economics; peace; demographics; justice; labor; environment; budget; economic conversion; welfare rights; housing. Description: A national effort to redirect federal funds from military spending toward pressing domestic needs, such as housing, day care, education, health care, transportation, environmental protection and other socially useful industries. Local campaigns work to bring together diverse constituencies - civil rights, labor, peace, and low income - around a common agenda. They work around a variety of local issues, including welfare reform, economic conversion, housing, voting. Newsletter. Contacts(s): Regina Eddy (Managing Director), Michael Brown (Program Director) Page#: 20. Frequency: 2/yr. Circulation: 20M. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 1640, Cathedral Station
New York, NY 10025-1560 Phone: (212)666-5924
Issues: peace; Third World; politics; justice; labor; feminism; activism; disarmament. Description: Founded in 1982 to organize Western peace activists to defend the rights of independent movements in the East and to enlist East bloc activists to oppose US policy in Latin America and elsewhere. Maintains network of contacts in East European environmental, labor, women's, minority, and peace movements; expanding to include contacts in Central America, Africa, Asia, and Middle East. Other Resources: Publishes PEACE AND DEMOCRACY NEWS provides information and contacts to US journalists, activists, academics for citizen-based democratic social change movements in Eastern Europe and the USSR and vice versa, organizes seminars and forums. Contacts(s): Joanne Landy (Executive Director), Thomas Harrison (Associate Director) Established: 1982. Type: organization; coalition. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Caribbean Workers Council
Box 122
Glen Oaks Station, NY 11004 Phone: (718)898-3601
Affiliate: Caribbean Workers Council. Issues: Third World; labor. Description: "Workers' rights and union organizing are agitated for, usually bimonthly. Workers of Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and other Caribbean countries find a voice here." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Paul N. Tennessee Price: $1/ea. Subscriptions: $3/yr. Frequency: Irregular. Established: 1986. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Box 122
Glen Oaks Station, NY 11004
Description: See CARIBBEAN LABOR under periodicals. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
Box 4100
Mountain View, CA 94040-0100 Phone: (415)961-5709
Issues: media; arts. Description: "Bulbul's monthly packet of about 16 cartoons is drawn for reprint by periodicals. Most of his social justice creations focus on labor concerns, but other concerns such as peace and environment are also sketched." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Bulbul Publisher: Arachne Publishing. Subscriptions: Depends on circulation of periodical. Frequency: 12/yr. Established: 1976. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/MEDIA.
Union of Concerned Scientists
1616 P St. NW, #310
Washington, DC 20036-1434 Phone: (202)332-0900
Affiliate: Union of Concerned Scientists. Issues: peace; environment; politics; anti-nuclear; activism; law. Description: "Scientists concerned about nuclear weapons and power publicize this newsletter to promote a future free of nuclear problems. News on treaty negotiations, legislation, and grassroots efforts is all part of the package." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Charles Monfort Price: Free. Subscriptions: Donation. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1970. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/PROFESSIONS.
c/o Catalyst
PO Box 734
Montpelier, VT 05601-0734 Phone: (802)223-7943
Affiliate: Institute for Gaean Economics. Issues: Third World; economics; justice; labor; investing; indigenous peoples; green consumer; cooperative; worker ownership; alternative markets; community investment. Description: Opportunities to support grassroots, decentralized projects here and in the Third World with loans, investments and donations. This is the networking newsletter covering social responsibility, new economic models and projects, for people who want their money to make a difference, with a focus on native peoples. Focuses on small businesses, worker-ownership, co-ops, responsive (and usually small) publicly traded companies, nonprofits, local currency, appropriate technology, and alternative banks. Other Resources: Projects include, Grassroots Corporate Action Campaign, Green Mountain Biodiversity Project; All Species Project. See INVESTING FROM THE HEART newsletter. Resource Guide available. Contacts(s): Susan Meeker-Lowry Subscriptions: $25/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Member of: Co-op America. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Coalition Against Censorship
275 7th Ave., 20th Floor
New York, NY 10001 Phone: (212)807-6222
Affiliate: American Ethical Union. Issues: media; arts; justice; education; civil liberties; censorship. Description: Newsletter. Page#: 4. Subscriptions: $25/yr. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1337 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401-1027 Phone: (310)451-1615
Issues: peace; labor; conflict resolution. Description: A mediation and training organization with extensive experience in resolving organizational disputes, workplace disputes and helping peace groups and others work better as a team. CRD works with corporations, schools, unions, nonprofit organizations, divorcing couples, and parties in litigation to settle their disputes amicably. Other Resources: Publishes newsletter. Contacts(s): Kenneth Cloke (Director) Fax: (310)394-3453. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1983. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2125 W. North Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647-5415 Phone: (312)278-4800
Issues: economics; urban; politics; community investment; development; planning; activism. Description: Publishes TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR LOCAL ECONOMY and other materials on neighborhood approaches to community needs. Presently helping church-based credit unions become community lenders. Other Resources: NEIGHBORHOOD WORKS newsletter. Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization; center. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
5 Beekman St.
New York, NY 10038-2206 Phone: (212)227-6220
Issues: health; labor; arts; environment; hazardous waste; occupational safety. Description: A center which studies risks in a variety of different occupations and notifies the workers of these risks. Other Resources: See newsletter, ART HAZARDS NEWS. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2633 Etna St.
Berkeley, CA 94704-3408 Phone: (510)843-4658
Affiliate: Center for Socialist History. Issues: labor; politics; education. Description: "The history of workers' and people's movements, as well as a radical perspective on general US history, is the point. Although it utilizes a rather academic style, it could be useful to both the general public and the scholar in getting an alternative view of past events." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Ernest Haberkern Price: $2.50/ea. Subscriptions: $10/4. Frequency: Irregular. Established: 1981. Type: periodical; bulletin. Source: Progressive Periodicals/PROFESSIONS.
1218 East 21st St.
Oakland, CA 94606-3132 Phone: (510)533-7583
Issues: Third World; justice; labor; minorities. Description: Research and training organization which trains and places labor and community organizers and researches issues which disproportionately affect people of color in the US. Other Resources: See ACTIVIST GUIDE TO RELIGIOUS FUNDERS (directory); THIRD FORCE and MINORITY TRENDSLETTER (periodicals). Contacts(s): Francis Calpotura, Rincu Sen (Codirectors) Additional Address: 1201 G. Santa Fe Dr., Denver, CO 80204 Contact: Sonia Pena (Director) Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Women's Technical Assistance Project
733 15th St. NW, #510B
Washington, DC 20005-2112 Phone: (202)638-0449
Affiliate: Women's Technical Assistance Project. Issues: spiritual; feminism; labor; economics; jobs; philanthropy; fundraising. Price: $54.10/ea. Type: reference; guide. Source: GEO.
475 Riverside Dr.
New York, NY 10115-0122 Phone: (212)870-2257
Affiliate: National Council of Churches. Issues: Third World; justice; global understanding; hunger; development; faith. Description: A shared ministry of 32 Protestant & Orthodox communions worldwide serving as the service arm of the Council. Since its founding, it has responded to requests for relief and assistance in more than 70 countries. In partnership with private, church & ecumenical organizations it works with those directly affected by famine, drought, natural or human-caused disasters - and assists in developing long-term solutions. Other Resources: The Film Library, Box 969, Elkhart, IN 46515. At the same address is the Education and Fundraising Program. See, also, CROP Office on Global Education. Contacts(s): J. Richard Butler (Executive Director) Other:Global disaster hotline (800)456-1310. Established: 1946. Type: organization; NET. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1311 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20005-4151 Phone: (202)626-3780
Issues: economics; politics; labor; justice; taxation. Description: A national coalition of unions, national public interest groups, and state and local citizen organizations involved in tax issues that seeks tax justice for working people, the elderly, and those on fixed incomes; and opposes measures to shift the tax burden onto these groups. Other Resources: Provides research, technical assistance, lobbies Congress and works with national and state press to get tax reform for low and middle income people. Contacts(s): Kathy Ceronsky Established: 1979. Type: organization; coalition. Source: Macrocosm USA.
American Civil Liberties Union
132 W. 43rd St.
New York, NY 10036-6506 Phone: (212)944-9800
Affiliate: American Civil Liberties Union. Issues: justice; feminism; civil liberties; censorship; death penalty; equal rights; pro-choice. Description: "Individual rights are staunchly defended in this tabloid of one of the world's best known civil liberties groups. Organizational activities such as court briefs, chapter news, et al., are emphasized. The ACLU is a politically neutral rights group which tends to be more of an activist social change group." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Ari Korpivaara Page#: 12. Price: $5/ea. Subscriptions: Membership. Frequency: 4/yr. Circulation: 275M. Dues: $20/yr. Established: 1927. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/HUMAN RIGHTS.
American Civil Liberties Union, DC
122 Maryland Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20002-5610 Phone: (202)544-1681
Affiliate: American Civil Liberties Union, DC. Issues: justice; civil liberties; censorship; death penalty; criminal system. Description: "This newsletter describes new legislation needing support or defeat, on issues of concern to the ACLU. Such issues range from free speech to the death penalty, with voting records documented." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Sherille Ismail Price: Free. Subscriptions: Donation. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1978. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/HUMAN RIGHTS.
2369 Bourne Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55108-1618 Phone: (612)647-0694
Issues: environment; labor; cooperatives; water; analysis. Description: Consulting cooperative providing information on environmentally sound uses and management of water resources. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; service. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
250 Rainbow Lane
Richmond, KY 40475-9659 Phone: (606)623-0695
Issues: economics; cooperatives; unions. Description: An association of co-op members continuing to develop cooperatives and credit unions. Publishes "Cooperative/Credit Union Dictionary," listing names and addresses of all co-ops and credit unions in the US. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
c/o Co-op America
1612 K St. NW, # 600
Washington, DC 20006 Phone: (202)872-5307
Affiliate: Co-op America Business Network. Issues: economics; environment; labor; Third World; green consumer; investing; alternative markets. Description: Designed to give recognition and visibility to businesses that treat customers, employees and the Earth in a responsible manner., (202)872-5307. Fax: (202)872-5202. Type: reference; directory. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
PO Box 576
Rangeley, ME 04970 Phone: (207)864-2252
Affiliate: TRANET. Issues: economics; education; labor; intentional communities; economic conversion; worker ownership; homeschooling. Description: Publication and distribution of 4-page how-to booklets enabling communities to access a variety of means for reworking community function. Contacts(s): Bill Ellis (General Coordinator) Web or BBS: tranet@igc.apc.org. Type: organization; coalition. Source: Macrocosm.
c/o LASC
4120 Michigan Union
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Issues: feminism; justice; labor; environment; Third World; economics; boycotts; corporate responsibility; investing; sexism; racism; equal rights; unions. Description: BOYCOTT DOMINO'S PIZZA -- The Michigan Coalition suggests that owner Tom Managhan's practices span the gamut of possible violations, from women's rights, to anti-union and discriminatory employee practices, to socially irresponsible and environmentally unsound development, to support of right-wing activities at home and abroad. Products: Domino's Pizza, Domino Farms. Other Resources: To protest, write to: Tom Monaghan, CEO, 30 Frank Lloyd Wright, Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Additional Address: NOW, 2307 Mershon, Saginaw, MI 48602 Type: organization; boycott. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Union of American Hebrew Congregations
838 5th Ave.
New York, NY 10021-7012 Phone: (212)249-0100
Affiliate: Union of American Hebrew Congregations. Issues: justice; Third World; feminism; spiritual; faith; civil liberties. Description: Synagogue social action is the process of translating the principles of Judaism into action in our communities, the nation, and the world. It cooperates with other groups in American life, Jewish and non-Jewish, in seeking to implement the positions on social issues taken by the Union at its biennial convention. Issues: race relations, civil liberties, Soviet Jewry, separation of church/State, Israel, poverty, abortion reform, women's rights, Jews in Arab lands, etc. Contacts(s): Albert Vorspan (Director), Rabbi David Saperstein Additional Address: 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2030 M St. NW
Washington, DC 20036-3306 Phone: (202)833-1200
Issues: politics; economics; justice; energy; government accountability; lobbying; municipal; foreign policy; budget; civil rights; voting; corporate responsibility. Description: A leading force in the battle for honest and accountable government at the national, state, and local level. Does not accept government grants or money from foundations, labor unions, or corporations for its financial support. Its purpose was to join individuals from across the nation in an effort to lobby officials on national issues of mutual concern. Also reports special interest campaign contributions in congressional races, standards of ethics, military spending, lobby disclosure, etc. Other Resources: Publishes COMMON CAUSE MAGAZINE. Contacts(s): Fred Wertheimer (President) Circulation: 270M. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1970. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
501 3rd St. NW
Washington, DC 20001-2760 Phone: (202)434-1100
Affiliate: AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; media; unions. Contacts(s): Morton Bahr (President) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
c/o Island Press
Box 7
Covelo, CA 95428-0007 Phone: (202)232-7933
Affiliate: Rural Economics Policy Program/The Aspen Institute. Issues: demographics; agriculture; environment; rural communities; housing; population. Description: This book is a comprehensive manual intended for those less familiar with statistical data on rural America. It identifies a wealth of data sources such as decennial census of population and housing, population reports and surveys, and labor market information. Charts and index., Priscilla Salant (Author) Publisher: Island Press. Page#: 93. Price: $19.95ea. Other:Orders (800)828-1302. Type: reference; guide. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 243
Yellow Springs, OH 45387 Phone: (513)767-2161
Issues: economics; labor; politics; community investment. Description: Ernest Morgan, Vol. 38 No. 4: Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plans which give more control over production to the workers; the Universal Stock Ownership Plan (USOP) which would distribute part ownership of the growth of all American corporations to the citizens; a tax on money to redirect investments away from speculation and into productive facilities; encouragement in co-ops and credit unions; and a value system stemming rampant materialism and growth. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: TRANET.
School for Housing Organizers
47 Ann St., 6th Floor
New York, NY 10038-2408 Phone: (212)964-7200
Affiliate: School for Housing Organizers. Issues: justice; urban; demographics; minorities; housing. Description: Offers classes and workshops to a wide variety of activist groups, from tenant and neighborhood associations to labor unions and senior citizens groups. Subjects include developing strategies for Housing Court, enforcing tenant's rights and organizing an effective tenant association. Emphasis is placed on identifying tenant leaders who are dedicted to organizing and developing leadership skills in other people. Contacts(s): Anne Pasmanick (Executive Director) Type: organization. Source: City Limits.
Box 717
Palo Alto, CA 94302-0717 Phone: (415)322-3778
Issues: peace; education; energy; labor; science. Description: A national organization working on issues concerning technology, peace, privacy, workplace, and education. Other Resources: CPSR NEWSLETTER. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
577 College Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94306-1490
Issues: education; labor; health; psychology; jobs. Description: A publisher and distributor that sells books concerned with careers and education. Contacts(s): Wholesaler Manager Type: publisher. Source: John Kremer.
425 Mississippi St.
San Francisco, CA 94107-2927 Phone: (415)826-6314
Issues: agriculture; environment; economics; health; hazardous waste; consumer protection; pesticides. Description: A network of environmentalists, consumers, and labor groups working to promote practical pesticide reduction, and in the process, promote excellence in American agriculture. Other Resources: See also National Toxics Campaign. Contacts(s): Craig Merilees Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Consumers Union of the United States
256 Washington St.
Mount Vernon, NY 10553-1099 Phone: (914)667-9400
Affiliate: Consumers Union of the United States. Issues: health; economics; consumer protection. Description: Magazine. Additional Address: HBox CS 2010-A, Mt. Vernon, NY 10551 Type: periodical; magazine. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2001 S St. NW
Washington, DC 20009-1125 Phone: (202)462-6262
Issues: economics; consumer protection. Description: Established to provide consumers with information and counsel on consumer goods and services; to give information on all matters relating to the expense of the family income and to initiate and cooperate with individual and group efforts seeking to create and maintain decent living standards. Other Resources: See CONSUMER'S REPORT magazine and ZILLIONS (periodicals). Established: 1936. Additional Address: 256 Washington St., Mt. Vernon, NY 10553, (915)667-9400. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2100 M St. NW, #207
Washington, DC 20063-0001 Phone: (202)872-5390
Issues: economics; health; labor; national health; worker ownership; investing; Medicare. Description: Worker-owned insurance company offering health and life insurance to members of nonprofits and cooperatives. Invests premiums in community development. Underwriter for Co-op America health insurance. Offers Healthstar Major Medical; Medicare supplement; Lifestar Term Life; and, Tax-deferred Annuity. Contacts(s): Jim Gibbons, (800)424-9711. Other:(800)255-4432. Member of: Co-op America., (202)872-5709. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Teamsters for a Democratic Union
Box 10128
Detroit, MI 48210-0128 Phone: (313)842-2600
Affiliate: Teamsters for a Democratic Union. Issues: labor; unions. Description: "These truck-driving rank-and-file Teamster activists support fair, unrigged union election. They oppose national union domination and mob influence of local affiliates." - C.Canan Newsletter. Contacts(s): Frank De Pirro Price: $1/ea. Subscriptions: $25/yr. Frequency: 9/yr. Established: 1976. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Michigan Alliance of Cooperatives
Box 8032
Ann Arbor, MI 48107-8032 Phone: (313)663-3624
Affiliate: Michigan Alliance of Cooperatives. Issues: economics; labor; cooperatives. Description: Monthly newsletter for the Alliance working on behalf of over 2000 cooperative businesses in Michigan. Contacts(s): Ebba Hierta (Executive Director) Subscriptions: $35/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Office Address: 273 E. Liberty Plaza, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Cooperative Communicators Association
c/o Forrest Bradley, 2263 E. Bancroft
Springfield, MO 65804
Affiliate: Cooperative Communicators Association. Issues: economics; labor; cooperatives. Description: Nearly 350 cooperative members involved in improving and enhancing communication in and about cooperatives. Classified by type of membership and indexed alphabetically. Nearly 350 cooperative members involved in improving and enhancing communication in and about cooperatives. Contacts(s): Forrest Bradley (Editor) Published Date: 9/90. Page#: 90. Subscriptions: Members only. Frequency: Annual. Type: reference; directory. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
Box 8032
Ann Arbor, MI 48107-8032 Phone: (313)663-3624
Affiliate: Michigan Alliance of Cooperatives. Issues: education; economics; labor; cooperatives. Description: Program for public and private K-12, adult, and higher education to foster the attitudes, shifts, and economics of cooperation - sponsored by the Alliance, providing professional development and curriculum resources. Other Resources: Publishes newsletter, COOPERATIVE ACTION. Contacts(s): Ebba Hierta (Executive Director) Office Address: 273 E. Liberty Plaza, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
108 Kenyon St.
Hartford, CT 06105-2505 Phone: (203)523-4305
Issues: economics; labor; investing; community investment; cooperatives. Description: Put your money into co-ops. This community loan fund takes investments from individuals and groups ($1,000 minimum) and lends it to coops in New England. As a socially responsible investment CFNE is safe - no investor has lost dollars. As a financier of co-ops, AFNE is a valuable resource as bank credit availability tightens. Donations are also gratefully accepted. Contacts(s): Rebecca Dunn (Executive Director) Established: 1975. Type: business; finance. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility
475 Riverside Dr., #566
New York, NY 10115-0122 Phone: (212)870-2295
Affiliate: Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility. Issues: economics; corporate responsibility. Description: "This newspaper reports on policies and practices of the major US corporations with regard to women, the environment, foreign affairs, labor and consumers are featured. Most monthly issues cover the social impact of corporations and the application of social criteria to investments in these corporations." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Diane Bratcher Price: $3.50/ea. Subscriptions: $35/yr. Frequency: 10/yr. Established: 1971. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Progressive Periodicals/PUBLIC INTEREST.
Data Center
464 19th St.
Oakland, CA 94612-2204
Affiliate: Data Center. Issues: economics; labor; corporate responsibility; jobs. Description: The entire publication is devoted to "causes and effects of the permanent or temporary elimination of jobs due to plant closings, cutbacks in services, and runaway shops." Comprised of press clippings, it deals with many specific local situations as well as general conditions. Includes a directory section, with information accessible by company, location, industry, and number of workers affected. Other Resources: Data also available through computerized search service. Contacts(s): Tracy Helser (Editor) Page#: 100. Frequency: 12/yr. Type: reference; guide. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
464 19th St.
Oakland, CA 94612-2297 Phone: (510)835-4692
Issues: labor; justice; economics; Third World; media; development; Latin America; Africa; South Africa; Central America; South America; Caribbean; unions; corporate responsibility; press. Description: A user-supported library and resource center dedicated to collecting, organizing, and providing access to information concerning the political economy of the US and the world. Other Resources: Fees for walk-in use and "search service" mail requests. See CENTRAL AMERICA MONITOR, PLANT SHUTDOWNS MONITOR; CORPORATION RESPONSIBILITY MONITOR, a monthly clipping service. Contacts(s): Mary Welter (Librarian), Fred Goff (Director) Page#: 100. Subscriptions: $420/yr. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization; center. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Box 2, Highway 404
David, KY 41616 Phone: (606)886-2377
Issues: labor; justice; economics; alternative markets. Description: Store selling traditional mountain crafts: patchwork quilts, oak split baskets, chairs, toys. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Speech Dept.
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403 Phone: (503)686-4171
Affiliate: Union for Democratic Communications. Issues: media; press. Description: "Progressive public access to the media is the goal of this newsletter. The Union for Democratic Communications was formed to facilitate the work of journalists and concerned citizens in this field." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Janet Wasko Price: $2/ea. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1975. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/MEDIA.
Democratic Socialists of America
180 Varick St. #12th Flr.
New York, NY 10014-4606 Phone: (212)962-0390
Affiliate: Democratic Socialists of America. Issues: politics; activism; Democratic Socialism. Description: "The magazine of the largest democratic socialist grouping in the country, it should be on the basic list of all social activists. Some news of organizational affairs is included, but is only a fraction of the informative variety of news and feature articles. The pages have featured the thought of US Congress member Ron Dellums, international union presidents and authors such as Irving Howe. The views of rank-and-file activists are also given space here, in this effective alliance." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Barbara Ehrenrich Price: $1.50/ea. Subscriptions: $8, $15 institution. Frequency: 8/yr. Established: 1973. Type: periodical; magazine. Source: Progressive Periodicals/GENERAL.
180 Varick St. #12th Flr.
New York, NY 10014-4606 Phone: (212)962-0390
Issues: politics; Democratic Socialism. Description: A national political organization committed to building a broad progressive alliance of unions, minorities, feminists, peace activists, gays/lesbians, and community organizations. DSA is committed to implementing an agenda of social justice, economic democracy, a democratic foreign policy and racial and sexual equality. A 5000+ member organization with 40 local chapters. DSA works for immediate reforms of America's social, economic, and political systems, as well as to promote socialist ideals. Other Resources: DSA-YS is the largest multi-issue radical student and youth organization in the country. See THE ACTIVIST; ECOSOCIALIST REVIEW. DEMOCRATIC LEFT; RELIGIOUS SOCIALISM; COMMONWEALTH REPORT; and DEMOCRATIC SOCIALIST REPORT & REVIEW (periodicals). Contacts(s): Patrick Lacefield Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
245 New Rd.
Avon, CT 06001-3163 Phone: (203)951-4496
Issues: labor; economics; workplace democracy. Description: Consulting service to assist organizations in creating and strengthening democratic workplaces. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; service. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
200 Constitution Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20210-0001
Description: See WORKING WOMAN'S GUIDE TO HER JOB RIGHTS (directories). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
Box WX92, 303 E. Main St.
Burkittsville, MD 21718 Phone: (800)222-8024
Issues: labor; homeworkers; cooperatives. Description: "...a network of friends and neighbors who hand craft a unique collection of elegantly simple clothes for women and men. We work at home in the Maryland countryside, fashioning our creations one at a time. We choose to work in a cottage industry setting because it allows us to integrate our work with our lives. Our aim is to use natural fiberwear that lets you move freely and function naturally...Every garment bears the name of the stitcher who crafted it for you." Other Resources: Catalog. Fax: (301)663-3560. Established: 1978. Type: business; catalog. Source: Macrocosm USA.
African Studies Association, Credit Union Building
Emory University
Atlanta, GA 30322-1100
Affiliate: African Studies Association. Issues: education; Third World; Africa. Description: About 625 institutions offering programs in African and Afro-American studies; about 300 other institutions have briefer listings. Contacts(s): Hamit M. Rana (Editor) Published Date: 1991. Page#: c275. Price: $20/ea. + $2 shipping. Frequency: Irregular. Type: reference; directory. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
US Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics
710 N. Capitol St. NW
Washington, DC 20401-0004
Affiliate: US Dept. of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. Issues: labor; unions. Publisher: Government Printing Office. Type: reference; DIR:. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Society for Internships & Experiential Education
3509 Haworth Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27609-7238 Phone: (919)787-3263
Affiliate: National Society for Internships & Experiential Education. Issues: education; labor; jobs; volunteers. Contacts(s): Jane C. Kendall, Elizabeth Y. Coppedge (Editors) Published Date: 1979. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Society for Internships & Experiential Education
3509 Haworth Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27609-7238 Phone: (919)787-3263
Affiliate: National Society for Internships & Experiential Education. Issues: education; labor; jobs; students; volunteers. Contacts(s): Debra L. Mann, Grace Hooper (Editors) Published Date: 1981. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Society for Internships & Experiential Education
3509 Haworth Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27609-7238 Phone: (919)787-3263
Affiliate: National Society for Internships & Experiential Education. Issues: education; labor; jobs; volunteers; students. Contacts(s): Debra L. Mann, Grace Hooper (Editors) Published Date: 1981. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Economic Affairs Bureau
One Summer
Somerville, MA 02143-1704 Phone: (212)691-5722
Affiliate: Economic Affairs Bureau. Issues: economics; labor; politics. Description: Economic analysis by and for community activists. Other Resources: See BULLETIN OF ECONOMIC AFFAIRS. Contacts(s): Marc Breslow, Betsy Reed (Editors) Subscriptions: $22.95 individuals; $42/yr. institution. Frequency: 12/yr. Circulation: 8.5M. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1974. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: City Limits.
EAB Plaza East Tower
Uniondale, NY 11556 Phone: (800)782-6620
Issues: economics; investing. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Communist Party/USA, YCL, USA
235 W. 23rd St.
New York, NY 10011-2313 Phone: (212)989-4994
Affiliate: Communist Party/USA, YCL, USA. Issues: arts; media; labor; politics; culture; music; film; alternative party. Description: "Movies, music and movements for basic social change are typical topics in this Marxist youth newspaper. It is the forefront with its promotion of college campus shanties against apartheid, the movement against drugs and strong support of labor." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Elena Mora Price: $.25/ea. Subscriptions: $4/yr. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1983. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Progressive Periodicals/CHILDREN.
3124 Shattuck Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94705-1823 Phone: (510)649-1895
Issues: environment; politics; peace; activism; nonviolence. Description: Seeks to build a diverse coalition of environmental, labor, cultural, peace and social justice, anti-intervention, community and minority organizations and groups, and develop an ecological sustainable future dedicated to nonviolence and an alternative community based on nonhierarchical authority that is neither capitalist nor state socialism. Famous for their Wall St. actions. Other Resources: A monthly Network paper and the Community Action Network Bulletin Board (BBS). Contacts(s): Stephen Other Formats: BBS: (510) 843-8788. Type: organization; NET. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 199
Harford, PA 18823-0199 Phone: (717)434-2873
Issues: environment; peace; politics; activism; East-West. Description: An NGO created to provide direct linkages between grassroots environmental groups in the US, Soviet Union, and Eastern Europe. Initiates cooperative projects with a concrete local focus designed to respond to these concerns. It also promotes the development of democratic decision-making skills. Environmental activism provides an important pathway to political participation for citizens who have never before participated in grassroots democratic movements. Other Resources: ECOLOGIA newsletter, a monthly publication mailed at no charge to Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. Contacts(s): Randy Kritkausky (President), Carolyn Schmidt (Newsletter Editor) Subscriptions: $18/yr. Fax: (717)945-7572. Established: 1989. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Alternative Farming Systems Information Center
National Agricultural Library
Beltsville, MD 20705 Phone: (301)344-3755
Affiliate: Alternative Farming Systems Information Center. Issues: agriculture; education; labor; permaculture; volunteers; farmlands; jobs; conservation; organic. Description: The first edition has some 75 entries, mostly university courses, but has some notable gaps such as TIPSY, Farallone Institute, Frank P. Graham Farm, etc. But, the authors invite input for the next edition. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Keilin and Bloom
200 Park Ave., 58th Floor
New York, NY 10166-0005
Affiliate: Keilin and Bloom. Issues: economics; labor; worker ownership; workplace democracy. Type: business; finance. Source: TRANET.
115 W. Allegan St., #810
Lansing, MI 48933-1712 Phone: (517)485-7655
Issues: economics; labor; politics; peace; budget; monopolies; government accountability; municipal; taxation. Description: An independent economic consulting firm which specializes in analyzing the impact of government policies on the US economy. Has established a national reputation for producing carefully researched, clearly written reports which show the impact of changes in government expenditures on the economies of cities, states, and the nation. Other Resources: Reports and publications available. Contacts(s): Marion Anderson (Director) Tax Status: Nonprofit. Additional Address: 474 Hollister Bldg., Lansing, MI 48933 Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
130 W. 25th St., 8th Fl.
New York, NY 10001-7406 Phone: (212)633-6700
Issues: media; politics; economics; media watch; press; corporate responsibility; government accountability. Description: Media watch group. Monitors and challenges bias in the daily press, networks, PBS. The national media watch group offers well-documented criticism in an effort to correct bias and imbalance. FAIR focuses public awareness on the narrow corporate ownership of the press, the media's persistent Cold War assumptions and their insensitivity to women, labor, minorities, and other public interest constituencies. Advocates greater media pluralism. Other Resources: EXTRA! newsletter and FAIR RESOURCE LISTS, a mini-directory of resources, general factoids, and alternative press. Contacts(s): Jeff Cohen (Executive Director), (202)332-FAIR. Fax: (212)727-7668. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 151
Curlew, WA 99118-0151 Phone: (509)779-4967
Issues: labor; economics; cooperatives; alternative markets. Description: Provides a marketing outlet for cottage industries in the Pacific Northwest: soap, lotions, and oils, toys, jewelry, pottery, moccasins, candles, batik and tie-dye, etc. Other Resources: Catalog, $1. Retail and wholesale. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; catalog. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Box FB4
Tecumseh, MO 65760 Phone: (417)679-4682
Issues: economics; justice; intentional communities; cooperatives; land trusts. Description: A network of several communities, each of which shares income and resources, and practices nonviolent and nondiscriminatory behavior. Each FEC community holds its land, labor, and other resources in common, and is committed to equality, ecology, and participatory democracy. Group size ranges from small homesteads to small villages. Assembles twice a year. Other Resources: A directory of 200 communities is available from Sandhill Farm. Subscriptions: $20/yr. Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization; federation. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
2001 S St. NW
Washington, DC 20009 Phone: (202)328-1415
Issues: feminism; labor; politics; equal rights. Description: Established to attain equal opportunity for women in education and employment. Other Resources: See WOMEN'S YELLOW BOOK (directories). Established: 1972. Type: organization; federation. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Cooperative Business Association
1401 New York Ave. NW, #1100
Washington, DC 20005-2102 Phone: (202)638-6222
Affiliate: National Cooperative Business Association. Issues: economics; labor; cooperatives. Description: 20,000 cooperatives, cooperative associations, and resource organizations are listed geographically, alphabetically, and by sector. With this, the only directory of its kind, consumers and producers can find cooperatives and cooperatives can find one another. Contacts(s): Robert Scherer (President), Leta Mach (Communications) Publisher: Cooperative Information Consortium. Published Date: 1990. Page#: 288. Price: $4.95/ea. Bulk Prices: $4.45ea/24. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
815 16th St. NW, #406
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)737-7200
Issues: labor; agriculture; unions. Contacts(s): Keith Mestrich Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
United Farm Workers, AFL-CIO
Box 62
Keene, CA 93531-0062 Phone: (805)822-5571
Affiliate: United Farm Workers, AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; economics; health; unions; hazardous waste; boycotts; farm workers; corporate responsibility. Description: "The frequent table grape boycotts by the farmworkers and children's deaths caused by cancer from pesticides are typical features. Profiles of volunteers helping the farmworkers are also an important part of Cesar Chavez' magazine." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Cesar Chavez Price: Donation. Subscriptions: $5/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Established: 1984. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
320 E. 43rd St.
New York, NY 10017-4816 Phone: (212)573-5000
Affiliate: Ford Foundation. Issues: justice; feminism; children. Description: This foundation's long standing interest in improving child-care services set a norm by which other child care programs are measured. Yet, they fail to face the central problem of an economic system which requires the break up or break down of families to meet the demands of industries for cheap labor which necessitates both parents working to meet the family needs. Newsletter. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: TRANET.
227 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701-4210 Phone: (512)473-8335
Issues: feminism; spiritual; health; empowerment; psychology; transformation; philanthropy. Description: Promotes the hypothesis that women's nurturing, including its unpaid labor, forms a hidden economic system of free gift-giving different from the Western exchange economic system. Women can build upon what they do best so that all people can develop a different kind of ego structure directed towards others. By validating the gift-giver and raising nurturing to the highest level of respect, a new paradigm will create a new system of human well-being. Type: organization; foundation. Source: TRANET.
Franciscan Workers of Junipero Serra
715 Jefferson St.
Salinas, CA 93905-2628 Phone: (408)757-3838
Affiliate: Franciscan Workers of Junipero Serra. Issues: justice; demographics; spiritual; labor; faith; hunger; homelessness; farmworkers. Description: Soup kitchens, farmworkers and homelessness are their issues. Tax deductible gifts can be donated to their admirable cause. Newsletter. Page#: c12. Subscriptions: Donation. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1982. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
815 16th St., NW
Washington, DC 20006-4141 Phone: (202)783-3993
Affiliate: AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; unions. Description: Organizes and implements labor movement projects involving the minimum wage, child labor, boycott & strike support. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
c/o Industrial Union
815 16th St. NW.
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)842-7800
Affiliate: Industrial Union/AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; economics; politics; jobs; budget; unions. Description: Established to educate the public on policies to achieve a full employment economy. Other Resources: See JOBS IMPACT BULLETIN; and National Committee for Full Employment. Established: 1974. Type: organization; council. Source: Macrocosm USA.
122 Maryland Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20002-5610 Phone: (202)546-3732
Issues: politics; justice; media; government accountability; civil rights; law; press; corporate responsibility. Description: Established to actively promote an accountable, honest performance from government, including relations with corporations and labor unions, through journalistic and litigation activities. Contacts(s): Anne Zill Established: 1974. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
100 Manhattan Ave. #1210
Union City, NJ 07087-5242
Issues: justice; feminism; minorities; Native Americans. Description: Vol.1 No.2: Essays and reviews of works by people left out of the baby-boom glory: women, people of color, people of unusual religions. Interview with Robert Siegle, Rastafarians in space, reviews and more reviews. Contacts(s): Philip G. Leggiere Page#: 16. Price: $2.50/ea. Type: periodical. Source: Jerod Pore.
Box 190
Garrett Park, MD 20896-0190 Phone: (301)946-2553
Issues: justice; feminism; education; labor; jobs; minorities. Description: Publishes an impressive array of directories and guidebooks with minorities and women on topics pertaining to career, education, finances and many other concerns. Contacts(s): Robert Calvert, Jr. Type: publisher. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1018 Stuyvesant Ave.
Union, NJ 07083-6023 Phone: (201)964-1114
Issues: education; demographics; justice; travel; hunger. Description: Promotes global education. Consults on curriculum development and with hunger groups. Contacts(s): Jeffrey Brown Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
810 1st St. NE
Washington, DC 20002-4227 Phone: (202)408-0034
Issues: politics; economics; labor; health; energy; public health; occupational safety; hazardous waste; whistle-blowing; government accountability; corporate responsibility. Description: Public interest organization supporting public employees and corporate workers who seek to prevent waste, corruption and threats to public health/safety. Has developed a unique program that offers desperately needed legal counsel and representation to government and corporate whistle-blowers and local citizen groups; investigative services to state and local government bodies; legal education to law students pursing public interest careers; and information to the general public on above issues. Other Resources: Publishes quarterly newsletter, BRIDGING THE GAP. Contacts(s): Louis Clark (Executive Director) Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1977. Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 9586
Charlotte, NC 28299-9586 Phone: (704)332-3090
Affiliate: Grassroots Leadership. Issues: politics; demographics; labor; activism; poverty. Description: "Singer Si Kahn is the director of the sponsoring group, which seeks to empower folks by telling them about better techniques for building their groups. His inspiring style for organizing poor and working people is reflected in the upbeat Grassroots newsletter." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Tema Okun Price: Donation. Frequency: 2/yr. Established: 1986. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/ORGANIZING.
Box 5065
New Haven, CT 06525-0365 Phone: (203)389-6194
Affiliate: PACE of Philadelphia. Issues: economics; politics; labor; environment; workplace democracy; activism; green consumer; cooperatives. Description: A forum for exchange and collaboration for all groups concerned to create and nourish a grassroots, democratically controlled economy--progressive labor activists, worker-owned enterprises, community-based economic empowerment, or environmental justice groups. Provides timely information on funding sources, marketing strategies, clean technological alternatives, as well as a "clipping service" of some 40 publications with implications for grassroots economic development. Other Resources: Formerly CHANGING WORK magazine. Contacts(s): Len Krimerman (Editorial Coordinator), Frank Lindenfeld (Co-editor), (203)785-8714. Page#: 8-12. Price: Sample $2, Subscriptions: Individuls $12, Organizations $24. Bulk Prices: 20% off 24. Subscriptions: $19.95/yr. Frequency: 4-6/yr. Circulation: 500+. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1991. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 36006
Charlotte, NC 28236-6006
Issues: education; justice; politics; economics; feminism; minorities; networking; fundraising. Description: Embraces African-American organizations, unions, youth, and women's and rural groups. Works with community-based organizations that are involved with specific issues. Workshops offered include fundraising, leadership development, and others. Its ultimate purpose is to increase appreciation for diversity and provide conflict resolution education. Other Resources: See newsletter, GRASSROOTS. Contacts(s): Si Kahn (Director), Tama Okum Established: 1980. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
5750 Glacier Highway, #A3
Juneau, AK 99801-9593 Phone: (907)780-4442
Issues: labor; economics; homeworkers; alternative markets. Description: Provides market for cottage industries, artists, and musicians throughout Alaska: jewelry, t-shirts, food, children's books, videos, cassette tapes. Retail only. Other Resources: Catalog, $1. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; catalog. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Garrett Park Press
Box 190D
Garrett Park, MD 20896-0190 Phone: (301)946-2553
Issues: labor; education; economics; jobs; volunteers; travel. Description: Written by a team of 30+ college career planning and placement counselors and other staff who felt the need for a special resource concerning service occupations. Chapters topics cover animal rights, arts, children & youth, consumer advocacy, education, energy, ecology, fundraising, government, homelessness, hunger, international internships, labor, legal aid, media, peace & disarmament, disabilities, social action & work, sustainability, urban planning, women's issues & volunteerism. Contacts(s): Devon Cottrell Smith (Editor) Price: $35 prepaid. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Foreign Policy Association
729 7th Ave.
New York, NY 10019-6831 Phone: (212)764-4050
Affiliate: Foreign Policy Association. Issues: labor; education; politics; jobs; travel. Type: reference; guide. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Habitat & Church Sts.
Americus, GA 31709 Phone: (912)924-6935
Affiliate: Habitat for Humanity International. Issues: justice; demographics; Third World; poverty; hunger; homelessness; development; housing. Description: "Folks donating their labor to build houses for the poor are the impetus behind this newsletter. The World is the national link and networking tool for hundreds of groups of people doing this in communities across the US and in several foreign countries." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Geoff Van Loucks Price: Free. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1984. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/ORGANIZING.
Route 1, Box 14A
Mathias, WV 26812-9706 Phone: (304)897-5468
Issues: labor; economics; cooperatives; alternative markets. Description: A crafts cooperative making and selling dolls, stuffed animals. Christmas decorations, wood crafts, quilted items, clothing, and so forth. Other Resources: Catalog. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; catalog. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Health Research Group
2000 P St. NW, #605
Washington, DC 20036-5915 Phone: (202)872-0320
Affiliate: Health Research Group. Issues: health; politics; labor; consumer protection; preventive medicine; government accountability; corporate responsibility; occupational safety. Description: "Information from tightly sealed government and industry files on health issues, as well as information on common health problems, is explained monthly. From aspirin deaths to X-ray safety - this newsletter will eventually cover it all." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Sidney M. Wolfe Price: $1.50/ea. Subscriptions: $18/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Established: 1985. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Progressive Periodicals/HEALTH.
Box 30630
Tampa, FL 33630-3630
Issues: health; labor; preventive medicine; occupational safety. Description: The philosophy of this newsletter is to educate the people on the physiology and lifestyle practices that insure health, happiness, peace and prosperity for everyone, everywhere. Contacts(s): Mark A. Huberman (President), James Michael Lennon (Editor) Subscriptions: $25/yr. Frequency: 6/yr. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Institute for Soviet-American Relations
1601 Connecticut Ave. NW, #301
Washington, DC 20009-1035 Phone: (202)387-3034
Affiliate: Institute for Soviet-American Relations. Issues: education; peace; conflict resolution; travel. Description: A practical guide in how to initiate and conduct exchanges with the Soviet Union providing information on inviting, hosting, financing and other aspects of caring for Soviet guests. Contacts(s): Eliza Klose (Executive Director), Harriet Crosby (President) Publisher: Delphi Press, 1019 19th St. NW, Washington DC 20036. Published Date: 6/88. Page#: 52. Price: $4.95/ea. Other Formats: Prepared by Yale Richmond, retired foreign service officer with 20 years experience in US-Soviet Exchange. Fax: (202)667-3291. Type: reference; guide. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Union of Concerned Scientists
26 Church St.
Cambridge, MA 02138-3716
Affiliate: Union of Concerned Scientists. Issues: environment; global warming. Type: reference; guide. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Facets Multimedia
1517 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614-2022 Phone: (800)331-6197
Affiliate: Facets Multimedia. Issues: justice; media; labor; indigenous peoples; death penalty; film; refugees; political prisoners; civil rights. Description: Distributors of 400+ films and videotapes concerned with human rights and related issues, including refugees, freedom of speech, labor, indigenous peoples, economic relations, assassination, and the death penalty. Classified by subject and indexed geographically or by title, geographical subject/distributor name. Distributor name: address, phone, title, description of subject coverage, length of film, format in which available (16 mm, VHS, black and white or color, etc.), name of director. Other Resources: Includes bibliography. Contacts(s): Anne Gelman, Milos Stehlik (Editors) Published Date: 1985. Page#: 115. Price: $6.95 + 55_ shipping. Fax: (312)929-5437. Other:(800)331-6197. Type: media; guide. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
Workers' Solidarity Alliance
Box 40400
San Francisco, CA 94140-0400
Affiliate: Workers' Solidarity Alliance. Issues: labor; economics; workplace democracy; worker ownership; cooperatives; unions. Description: A newspaper chronicling direct action, solidarity, and rank-and-file management of workers' struggles, working towards a new social system based on collective management of the economy by all working people. Price: $6/ea. Frequency: 4/yr. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Institute for Public Affairs
1912 Debs Ave.
Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Phone: (312)772-0100
Affiliate: Institute for Public Affairs. Issues: politics; Democratic Socialism; alternative party. Description: "The leading national, independent Democratic Socialist newspaper, its viewpoint is far from the Marxist left, however, with frequent discussions of strategies for working within the Democratic Party. It covers labor and women's movements well." - C.Canan Contacts(s): James Weinstein, (800)435-0715. Price: $1/ea. Subscriptions: $34.95/yr. Frequency: 41/yr. Circulation: 130M. Established: 1976. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Progressive Periodicals/GENERAL.
Box 901
Indiantown, FL 34956-0901 Phone: (407)597-3838
Issues: labor; economics; education; cooperatives; worker ownership; community investment. Description: A cooperative of former migrant workers which makes clergy shirts. Profits are used for salaries, and to educate members in accounting, managing, and marketing skills. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
649 E. 19 St.
Brooklyn, NY 11230-1805 Phone: (718)859-3435
Issues: economics; environment; labor; corporate responsibility; monopolies; occupational safety. Description: Individuals and organizations from all over the world, concerned about economic, social and cultural problems associated with industrial activities. Industrial activities bring jobs, products, taxes and economic prosperity to communities and nations. However, they are also the source of environmental degradation, large scale industrial accidents, product injuries and occupational hazards. Preventing such crises and coping with them requires an understanding of their causes and consequences. Contacts(s): Paul Shrivastava, (717)524-1821. Type: organization; institute. Source: Macrocosm USA.
c/o Industrial Union
815 16th St. NW.
Washington, DC 20006-4104
Description: See Full Employment Action Council. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
1095 Market St., #204
San Francisco, CA 94103-1622 Phone: (415)863-WOBS
Affiliate: Industrial Workers of the World. Issues: labor; environment; unions; forests. Description: Rank and file labor union newspaper. Direct action, direct democracy and on the job action builds worker power as a force in the movement for change. Judi Bari has been a frequent contributing writer. Page#: 12. Price: $.50/ea. Bulk Prices: 50% off/24. Subscriptions: $12/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Circulation: 5M. Established: 1905. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1476 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60613-1959 Phone: (312)549-5045
Issues: labor; environment; unions; forests. Description: The Wobblies are still agitating for one big industrial union, but are not taken as seriously as they were in the early 1900's, when they were shot and jailed for their actions, but through their paper they are still the voice of the underdog, attempting to link labor with environmental issues. This is the International Committee. Other Resources: See newspaper, INDUSTRIAL WORKER., (415)863-WOBS. Office Address: 1095 Market #204, San Francisco, CA 94103. Type: organization; committee. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, NYU
70 Washington Sq., S
New York, NY 10012-1019 Phone: (212)998-2633
Affiliate: Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, NYU. Issues: education; labor; justice; media; unions; minorities. Description: "The Bobst Library contains collections relating to people's and labor history. The Bulletin often focuses on a single aspect of the library, with descriptions of their collections and donations policy." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Dorothy Swanson Price: Free. Subscriptions: Donation. Frequency: Irregular. Established: 1981. Type: periodical; bulletin. Source: Progressive Periodicals/MEDIA.
5100 Leona St.
Oakland, CA 94619-3048
Description: See TIKKUN magazine. Type: ORG:. Source: Macrocosm.
2521 Channing Way, #300
Berkeley, CA 94704-2314
Description: See LABOR CENTER REPORTER (periodicals). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
Box 4506
Albuquerque, NM 87196-4506 Phone: (505)842-8288
Issues: Third World; education; labor; development; hunger; foreign policy; global understanding. Description: A private organization which produces books, reports, and audiovisuals for use in colleges, churches, and activist organizations about US foreign relations with third world countries, particularly Central America and the Caribbean. The goal of the Resource Center is to use information as a catalyst for social change. This is done through the publication of books and reports, participation in seminars, and educational sessions. Other Resources: Publishes quarterly newsletter, RESOURCE CENTER BULLETIN. Free list of educational services. Seminars and educational briefing sessions, books, reports. Contacts(s): Deb Preusch (Director), Jodi Gibson (Administration Aide) Fax: (505)256-0071. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Labels: 3,500. Established: 1979. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1125 15th St. NW
Washington, DC 20005-2707 Phone: (202)833-7000
Issues: labor; unions. Contacts(s): John J. Barry Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
25 Louisiana Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001-2130 Phone: (202)624-6800
Issues: labor; unions. Contacts(s): William J. McCarthy (President) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
731 8th St. SE
Washington, DC 20003-2866 Phone: (202)547-3800
Issues: Third World; peace; development; foreign policy; research; conflict resolution. Description: Brings together influential private citizens and leading members of Congress to promote peace and democracy around the world. A foreign policy organization focused on relations with Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Soviet Union, the center conducts programs of research, publication, overseas travel and hosts foreign visitors to inform the press, Congress, US government officials, and the public of the impact of American policies abroad. Other Resources: See Bank Information Center. Contacts(s): Robert E. White (President), Lindsay Mattison (Executive Director) Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1655 W. Market St.
Akron, OH 44313-7004
Issues: labor; unions. Contacts(s): Frank D. Martino (President) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 3030
Oakton, VA 22124-9030 Phone: (703)620-1972
Issues: education; labor; jobs; travel. Description: This newsletter reveals the latest developments in international employment. Scores of exciting current jobs offer comfortable overseas living for both the temporary traveler and the career-minded. Since 1980 the HOTLINE has covered thousands of jobs in over 100 countries. Readers also receive information on how to get into the world's most prestigious international organizations. Also provides international job hunting advice. Other Resources: "We carry specialty books on working overseas." Contacts(s): Will Cantrell (Editor) Page#: 8. Subscriptions: $36/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Circulation: 5M. Fax: (703)620-1973. Established: 1980. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
824 E. Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD 21202-4702
Issues: education; labor; economics; Third World; travel; jobs; investing. Description: This newsletter contains short pieces and features, with useful information on investing, shopping, travel, employment, education, real estate, and lifestyles overseas. Contacts(s): Kathleen Peddicord (Editor) Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Writers.
Pesticide Action Network
116 New Montgomery St., #810
San Francisco, CA 94105-3607
Description: See PESTICIDE HANDBOOK: PROFILES FOR ACTION (directories). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
32 Rustic Way
San Rafael, CA 94901-1118 Phone: (415)453-0792
Issues: peace; East-West; conflict resolution. Description: Conducts walking tours of the Soviet Union with American and Soviet walkers. Participants meet local residents and experience local culture. Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization; program. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
239 W. 23rd St.
New York, NY 10011-2302 Phone: (212)366-9816
Issues: politics; media; education; labor. Description: "Books on world affairs, socialism, labor, culture, and philosophy are all reviewed in this selection. All books and pamphlets by this publisher promote basic social change. It is worth buying a book from their catalog just to be put on their book review mailing list." - C.Canan Other Resources: BOOK NEWSLETTER. Contacts(s): B. Smith Subscriptions: Free to customers. Frequency: 2/yr. Established: 1970. Type: publisher; catalog. Source: Progressive Periodicals/MEDIA.
11 E Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601-2101 Phone: (312)856-0482
Contacts(s): Tom B. Scott Fax: (312)856-0435. Type: organization; institute. Source: Who.
413 E. Capitol St. SE
Washington, DC 20003-3810 Phone: (202)544-0568
Issues: justice; labor; economics; boycotts; corporate responsibility; investing; faith. Description: BOYCOTT FORD MOTOR COMPANY -- The Fair Employment Agency has found Ford guilty of discrimination against Catholics. Products: all Ford automobiles. Other Resources: To protest, write to: Mr. D.E. Peterson, CEO, Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI 48121, (313) 322-3000. Type: organization; boycott. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
Morris U. Schappes
22 E. 17th St., #601
New York, NY 10003-1919 Phone: (212)924-5740
Issues: spiritual; politics; feminism; labor; Third World; peace; faith; Mid-East. Description: "Articles of Jewish interest, progressive politics, Black-Jewish relations,... reviews of books, records, plays, films, events... lively style, hard facts, secular p.o.v., pro-Israel/non-Zionist." Covers issues pertinent also to feminism, civil rights, and labor history. Page#: 48. Price: $2/yr. Subscriptions: $20/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Circulation: 5M. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1946. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
25 E. 21st St.
New York, NY 10010-6207 Phone: (212)477-0707
Affiliate: Atran Center for Jewish Culture. Issues: labor; spiritual; education; Third World; justice; economics; peace; faith; unions; racism; Mid-East; East-West. Description: Founded by the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union, Amalgamated Clothing Workers' of America, Worksmans' Circle, and Jewish Daily Forward Association, in response to the rise of Nazism in Europe. It works to enhance Jewish security by mobilizing the support of the American labor movement for Israel, Soviet Jewry, and other related issues. During post WWII, it was involved with relief/rehabilitation for survivors. Seeks to strengthen ties between labor and the Jewish community. Other Resources: Publishes the JEWISH LABOR COMMITTEE REVIEW, and an annual survey, CRITIQUE OF TRADE UNION RIGHTS IN COUNTRIES AFFILIATED WITH THE LEAGUE OF ARAB STATES. Established: 1934. Type: organization; committee. Source: Macrocosm USA.
64 Fulton St., #605
New York, NY 10038-1854 Phone: (212)721-3585
Issues: urban; justice; spiritual; faith; racism; minorities. Description: Founded by a coalition of Jewish writers, professional, religious and labor leaders, educators and community activists. Seeks to be a clear, outspoken Jewish presence in the struggle for racial and economic justice in New York City, to bring issues of racism and social justice to the forefront in the Jewish community, and to cooperate with African-American, Latino, Asian-American and others. Has been in the forefront in addressing such historical issues as Jewish participation in the slave trade. Contacts(s): Marilyn Neimark, Donna Nevel Established: 1990. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Route 2, Box 16
Warrens, WI 54666-9501 Phone: (608)378-4290
Issues: labor; environment; jobs. Description: Specializes in environmental and natural resource vacancies nationwide. Two issues per month lists employment opportunities from private, local, state, and federal employers. Contacts(s): Becky Potter (Editor) Page#: 16. Price: $3.50/ea. Subscriptions: $60/yr. Frequency: 24/yr. Circulation: 2.5M. Established: 1988. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Full Employment Action Council/AFL-CIO
815 16th St. NW, #301
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)842-7816
Affiliate: Full Employment Action Council/AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; politics; economics; jobs; unions. Description: "These folks know that no unemployment is acceptable, and have many suggestions for moving towards full employment. New bills in Congress, minority youth and new resources are typical article subjects." - C.Canan Contacts(s): J. Scott Price: Free. Subscriptions: $20/yr. Frequency: 10/yr. Established: 1981. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Impact Publications
10655 Big Oak Circle
Manassas, VA 22111-3040
Issues: labor; jobs. Description: A catalog of books and resources dealing with career opportunities for the '90s Contacts(s): Ron Krannich (President) Type: publisher; catalog. Source: John Kremer.
Heldref Publications
4000 Albemarle St. NW
Washington, DC 20016-1851 Phone: (202)362-6445
Issues: arts; labor; justice; economics; politics. Description: Covers the often-neglected areas of policy, law, management, marketing, finance, law, management, marketing, finance, labor relations, and technology in the performing and visual arts. The articles, interviews, and legal analysis are essential for managers, lawyers, teachers, and trustees in the arts, as well as for law, arts, and business libraries. The annual special issues have become authoritative resources; among them: VOLUNTEERS IN THE ARTS and SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE ARTS. Subscriptions: $45/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Type: periodical; journal. Source: HELDREF.
1430 Union St.
San Diego, CA 92101-3406
Contacts(s): Stanley Keniston Type: not determined. Source: Who.
2521 Channing Way, #300
Berkeley, CA 94704-2314
Description: See LABOR CENTER REPORTER (periodicals). Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm.
2521 Channing Way, #300
Berkeley, CA 94704-2314 Phone: (510)642-0323
Affiliate: Labor Center - Institute of Industrial Relations. Issues: labor; health; occupational safety. Description: "The Center's one-sheet newsletter seems to cover mainly occupational health. It could be useful to union activists." - C.Canan Other Resources: Labor Occupational Health Program MONITOR. Contacts(s): Bruce Poyer Price: $15/ea. Subscriptions: $15/yr. Frequency: 26/yr. Established: 1979. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
7435 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48210-2200 Phone: (313)883-5580
Issues: labor; education; unions. Description: Established to educate and aid in communications between union activists who want to "put the movement back in the labor movement." Other Resources: Publishes LABOR NOTES. Established: 1978. Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
815 16th St. NW, #301
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)842-7880
Issues: arts; labor; activism; unions. Description: Seeks to revive the tradition of labor, music, and art and increase its use in union activities, including rallies, boycotts and strike, in order to educate and organize the labor movement and the public. Focuses on artistic and cultural works which addresses the current concerns of working people. Other Resources: A referral service and information clearinghouse for labor artists and cultural activities. Assistance to unions in planning and coordinating activities. Co-sponsors regional arts/song exchanges, concerts, and festivals. See ART WORKS newsletter. Contacts(s): Joanne Delaplaine (Executive Director) Fax: (202)842-7838. Dues: $30/yr.; $50 sponsor includes newsletter. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1984. Type: organization; foundation. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Tamiment Institute
17 Washington Sq. S
New York, NY 10011-9108 Phone: (212)998-2638
Affiliate: Tamiment Institute. Issues: labor; unions. Description: "The historical information in this journal makes it a useful tool for strategists in the labor movement. Labor organizers and organizing drives of past years are covered, with valuable lessons to be learned from these studies." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Dan Leab Price: $8/ea. Subscriptions: $21, $29 institution. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1960. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Union Labor & Services Trade Dept./AFL-CIO
815 16th St. NW
Washington, DC 20006-4104 Phone: (202)637-5000
Affiliate: AFL-CIO. Issues: labor; justice; economics; boycotts; corporate responsibility; investing; unions. Description: LABOR BOYCOTTS -- To get a complete list of official labor boycotts contact Labor Letters. Type: organization; boycott. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
18 de Boom St.
San Francisco, CA 94117 Phone: (415)442-0220
Affiliate: Institute for Global Communications. Issues: labor; justice; peace; activism; unions; workplace democracy. Description: Dedicated to linking people working for human rights and economic justice for workers. News, information, conferences, databases, Internet services, E-mail, FAX, telex. Fax: (415)546-1794. Web or BBS: support@igc.apc.org. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Member of: IGC/APC. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
Box 28014
Oakland, CA 94604-8014
Description: See LABOR REPORT ON CENTRAL AMERICA (periodicals). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
Labor Education and Research Project
7435 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48210-2227 Phone: (313)842-6262
Affiliate: Labor Education and Research Project. Issues: labor; unions. Description: "This little newsletter provides useful tidbits on national union and international labor issues. Both the rank-and-file and labor officials will find the information of interest." - C.Canan For union activists containing news of labor struggles often not available elsewhere. Contacts(s): Jim Woodward Price: Free. Subscriptions: $10, $20 institution. Frequency: 12/yr. Established: 1979. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
2521 Channing Way
Berkeley, CA 94704-2314
Description: See LABOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PROGRAM MONITOR (periodicals). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
2515 Channing Way
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720 Phone: (510)642-5507
Affiliate: Labor Occupational Health Program. Issues: labor; education; unions; occupational safety. Description: "The Monitor is part of a labor education program to educate workers on how to avoid job hazards. A resource section is included." - C.Canan Other Resources: LABOR CENTER REPORTER. Contacts(s): Eugene S. Darling Price: $2.50/ea. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1974. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Labor Network on Central America
Box 28014
Oakland, CA 94604-8014 Phone: (510)272-9951
Affiliate: Labor Network on Central America. Issues: Third World; labor; Central America. Description: "Unity between workers of the US and of Central America is promoted to stop US intervention. Solidarity delegations to help the people of Nicaragua are an important part of the periodical." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Al Weinrub Price: Free. Subscriptions: $5/yr. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1985. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
145 W. 28th St.
New York, NY 10001-6114 Phone: (212)714-1677
Issues: labor; economics; jobs; analysis; research. Description: This organization does research and analysis of economic trends concerning labor. Other Resources: See ECONOMIC NOTES (periodicals). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Midwest Center for Labor Research
3411 W. Diversey, #PE
Chicago, IL 60647-1245 Phone: (312)278-5418
Affiliate: Midwest Center for Labor Research. Issues: labor; unions. Description: "Ideas and strategy on how to put the "movement" back in the labor movement are included, along with pages from labor history. This title is recommended for all labor activists." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Jack Metzgar Price: $7/ea. Subscriptions: $12/yr. Frequency: 2/yr. Established: 1982. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Trade Unionists for Action and Democracy
7917 S. Exchange, #211
Chicago, IL 60617-1454 Phone: (312)933-4900
Affiliate: Trade Unionists for Action and Democracy. Issues: labor; unions. Description: "It is the recommended first choice for rank-and-file labor activists. Union democracy, organizing drives and articles on past and present workers' struggles are among the many topics covered. Its attractive layout and popular writing style are just two reasons workers read it for ideas on advancing their interests." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Debbie Albano Price: $1.75/ea. Subscriptions: $6.50/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1962. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
2000 P St. NW, #612
Washington, DC 20036-5915 Phone: (202)785-2035
Affiliate: National Labor Law Center. Issues: labor; health; politics; education; analysis; unions. Description: This update examines what is going on in the labor movement, along with the legislation being passed by Congress today. Contacts(s): Naomi Baden Frequency: Bimonthly. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
102 E. Boone Ave.
Spokane, WA 99202-1748
Issues: labor. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Harper & Row
Ice House One #401, 151 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94111-1207
Issues: peace; anti-nuclear. Contacts(s): Eric Semler, Adam Gros, James Benjamin (Editors) Publisher: Harper & Row. Type: reference; guide. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1629 K St. NW, #1010
Washington, DC 20006-1602 Phone: (202)667-1780
Affiliate: Religious Action. Issues: justice; feminism; politics; spiritual; racism; minorities; lobbying; equal rights; interfaith. Description: Coordinates civil rights advocacy. A major coalition of concerned organizations. It seeks to advance civil rights for all Americans through investigation and enforcement of federal legislation. "Our goal is to achieve equal rights in a free, plural, democratic society." A national organization represents blacks, Hispanics, Asian Americans, women, labor, the aged, the handicapped, major religious groups, minority businesses and professions across the country. Contacts(s): Arnold Aronson (Co-founder) Established: 1950. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 2824, Station A
Champaign, IL 61825-2824
Issues: politics; labor; anti-authoritarian. Description: Independent Anarcho-Syndicalist journal. LLR reports on syndicalist movements around the world, and offers a forum for discussion of the North American anarchist and later movements. Name is subject to change as they are often confused with the pro-Capitalist Libertarian Party. Other Resources: Pamphlets and reprints on related issues. Continues WOBBLE and SELF-MANAGEMENT NEWSLETTER. Contacts(s): Jeff Stein Page#: 46. Price: $2.75/ea. Bulk Prices: 50% off/24. Subscriptions: $5/yr. Frequency: 2/yr. Established: 1986. Type: periodical; journal. Source: Macrocosm USA.
4645 Columbus Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407-3527 Phone: (612)541-8572
Affiliate: Minnesota Library Association Social Responsibilities Roundtable. Issues: peace; justice; environment; labor; arts. Description: Peace and justice news, commentary and resource listings for the library community and interested others. Emphasis is on annotations of alternative periodicals: radical, Native American, criminal justice, African American, gay/lesbian, Latino, Asian American, feminist, peace, international human rights, ecology, labor, counterculture arts, etc. Other Resources: Programs at annual conferences of Minnesota Library Association. Information services about social justice issues. Contacts(s): Chris Dodge (Editor/Publisher), Jan DeSirey (Co-editor), (612)823-1214. Publisher: payable to MLA/MSSRT. Published Date: 12/90. Page#: 16. Price: S.A.S.E. Subscriptions: $15/yr. Frequency: 10/yr. Circulation: 250. Fax: (612)541-8600. Established: 1988. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Institute on the Church in Urban Society
5700 S. Woodlawn
Chicago, IL 60637-1603 Phone: (312)643-7111
Affiliate: Institute on the Church in Urban Society. Issues: urban; demographics; justice; labor; spiritual; hunger; poverty; homelessness; unemployment; interfaith. Description: "Support of local congregations and ministers with urban ministries is found here. Suggested focus of such ministries includes helping surrounding communities fight hunger, homelessness, and joblessness." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Clinton Stockwell Price: $2/ea. Subscriptions: $8/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1985. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/RELIGIOUS.
61 Ash St.
Manchester, NH 03104 Phone: (603)622-1282
Issues: labor; homeworkers Contacts(s): Bob Ebberson (Publisher) Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm.
3411 W. Diversey, #PE
Chicago, IL 60647-1245
Description: See LABOR RESEARCH REVIEW (periodicals). Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm.
Midwest Migrant Health Information Office
6131 W. Outer Dr., 4th Fl.; National Migrant Worker Council
Detroit, MI 48235-2624
Affiliate: Midwest Migrant Health Information Office. Issues: health; labor; justice; agriculture; public health; farm workers; minorities. Description: About 60 federally funded migrant health clinics in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Arranged geographically by clinic. Languages used in text: English and Spanish. Other Resources: Maps of each state, with location of clinics, major highways, and cities noted. Published Date: 3/91. Page#: 30. Frequency: Annual. Type: reference; directory. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
Socialist Workers Party
14 Charles Ln.
New York, NY 10014-2590 Phone: (212)242-5530
Affiliate: Socialist Workers Party. Issues: politics; labor; Third World; alternative party. Description: "The official paper of the Socialist Workers Party, this selection promotes the ideas of the late Leon Trotsky. This group is noteworthy as the largest Trotskyist grouping, and their periodical could interest people who want a popularly written periodical with a Trotskyist perspective." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Douglas Jemess Subscriptions: $45/yr. Frequency: 50/yr. Established: 1928. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/GENERAL.
150 Motor Pkwy., #420
Hauppauge, NY 11788-5108
Issues: education; labor; justice; students; science; minorities. Description: Articles for college students on career opportunities in engineering fields, techniques of job hunting; developments in and applications of new technologies. Interviews. Profiles. Contacts(s): James Schneider (Editor) Publisher: Equal Opportunity Publishers, Inc. Type: periodical. Source: Writers.
Foundation for National Progress
1663 Mission St.
San Francisco, CA 94103-2449 Phone: (415)558-8881
Affiliate: Foundation for National Progress. Issues: politics; justice; economics; environment; labor; civil liberties; workplace democracy. Description: "Provides investigative reports, national and international news, and progressive perspectives in politics, culture, and current controversies, It reports on subjects that matter the most: civil liberties, media censorship, national politics, social issues, peace and disarmament, and the environment." - C.W. Contacts(s): Adam Hochschild (Editor) Page#: 78. Subscriptions: $24/yr. Frequency: 6/yr. Circulation: 110M. Established: 1976. Type: periodical. Source: CRISES.
3807 Otter St.
Bristol, PA 19007-3618 Phone: (215)788-2000
Issues: economics; community investment. Description: Financial institution which serves its member-investors through home, car, and other consumer loans. Checking and savings accounts, national ATM card., (800)441-0878. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
815 15th St. NW, #516
Washington, DC 20005-2201 Phone: (202)639-8140
Affiliate: National Consumers League. Issues: labor; economics. Description: "This group's bulletin is a first choice consumers selection because of its linking of consumers' and workers' issues. The NCL is the oldest such group and has lasted because of effective coverage of such topics. Highly recommended." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Linda Golodner Price: $4/ea. Subscriptions: $20, $100 corporation. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1899. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/PUBLIC INTEREST.
72 5th Ave.
New York, NY 10011-8004 Phone: (212)242-8400
Issues: politics; economics; justice; labor; Third World; law; consumer protection; civil liberties; foreign policy; monopolies. Description: A 127-year-old progressive newsweekly that is firmly committed to reporting the issues of labor, national politics, business, consumer affairs, environmental politics, civil liberties, and foreign affairs. Other Resources: A news clipping service called INTER NATION. Publisher: Hamilton Fish, III. Price: $3/ea. Subscriptions: $44/yr.; $75/2 yrs. Frequency: 47/yr. Circulation: 85M. Fax: (212)463-9712. Established: 1865. Additional Address: Box 10763, Des Moines, IA 50340--8563. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
100 Indiana Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001-2144 Phone: (202)393-4695
Issues: labor; unions. Contacts(s): Vincent R. Sombrotto (President) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
7981 Eastern Ave., Legislative Affairs
Silver Spring, MD 20910-4834 Phone: (301)565-0333
Issues: labor; health; politics; unions. Description: See directory, SELF-HELP ORGANIZATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE. Contacts(s): Eileen McGowan Kelly, Susan Hoechstetter Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
2201 Broadway, #807
Oakland, CA 94612-3024 Phone: (510)272-9461
Issues: economics; labor; demographics; worker ownership; workplace democracy. Description: A private membership, information and research corporation established to provide reliable, objective and comprehensive information about employee ownership and participation. Contacts(s): Corey Rosen Tax Status: Nonprofit. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Ohio State University
1960 Kenny Rd.
Columbus, OH 43210-1016
Issues: education; labor; jobs; volunteers. Type: organization; center. Source: Macrocosm USA.
19 Union Square W, 6th Fl.
New York, NY 10003-3304
Description: See WISE GIVING GUIDE (periodicals). Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm.
3211 4th St. NE
Washington, DC 20017-1106 Phone: (202)541-3000
Issues: spiritual; peace; justice; politics; faith; activism; lobbying. Description: One of three departments of the USCC, the national public policy agency of the US Catholic Bishops. The department reflects the bishops' concern for justice by applying the principle of Catholic social teaching to issues in the public forum and developing policy positions for adoption by the bishop body. The department has two offices: Domestic Social Development and International Justice and Peace. The first delves in economy, labor, federal budget, voting rights. energy, health, housing. Other Resources: Bimonthly newsletter. Contacts(s): Rev. Robert N. Lynch (General Secretary), Fr. J. Bryan Hehir, (202)659-6797. Type: organization; conference. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1401 New York Ave. NW, #1100
Washington, DC 20005-2160 Phone: (202)638-6222
Issues: economics; labor; cooperatives. Description: A national membership and trade association representing America's cooperative business community, from small buying clubs to Fortune 500 companies. Other Resources: See directory, FINDING CO-OPS. Contacts(s): Robert O. Bothwell (Executive Director), Peggy Sheehan Fax: (202)638-1374. Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
National Society for Experiential Education
3509 Haworth Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27609-7238 Phone: (919)787-3263
Affiliate: National Society for Internships & Experiential Education. Issues: education; labor; jobs; volunteers. Contacts(s): Jane C. Kendall, Elizabeth Y. Coppedge (Editors) Published Date: 1979. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1337 W. Ohio St.
Chicago, IL 60622-6430
Issues: agriculture; labor; demographics; health; farm workers; hazardous waste; occupational safety. Description: An experienced ecumenical organization with seventy years of service to farm workers. It is recognized as the church's foremost advocate for farm worker justice, especially among those affected by toxic pesticides. Contacts(s): Pat Drydyk, OSF (Executive Director) Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
777 N. Capitol St. NE
Washington, DC 20002-4239 Phone: (202)371-0711
Issues: agriculture; labor; politics; farm workers; farmland; lobbying; family farms. Additional Address: 720 Davis Ave, Corning, IA 50841, (515)322-3131. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
10065 Harvard, 7th Fl.
Denver, CO 80251 Phone: (303)337-5500
Issues: agriculture; labor; environment; forests; conservation; Description: Believes that the soil, water, forest and other natural resources of the nation should be used and conserved in a manner to pass these resources on undiminished to future generations and that publicly and privately owned land and resources should be administered in the interest of all the public. Other Resources: Publishes the NATIONAL FARMERS UNION WASHINGTON newsletter. Contacts(s): Leland H. Swenson (President), William Owen (Treasurer) Established: 1902. Additional Address: Legislative Office, 600 Maryland Ave. # 202 W, Washington, DC 20024 Contact: Michael V. Dunn (Vice-President/Legislative), (202)554-1600. Type: organization. Source: National Wildlife Federation Directory.
120 Wall St., 10th Floor
New York, NY 10005-3902 Phone: (212)513-7191
Issues: economics; community investment. Description: Will help you find a community development credit union near you. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
838 5th Ave.
New York, NY 10021-7012 Phone: (212)249-0100
Affiliate: Union of American Hebrew Congregations. Issues: peace; politics. Contacts(s): Eleanor R. Schwartz Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
76 Summer St.
Boston, MA 02110-1225 Phone: (617)338-5783
Issues: peace; politics; labor; economic conversion; jobs. Description: Campaign designed to convert the huge military job structure to one of peace. Other Resources: See CAMPAIGN REPORT, a newsletter. Contacts(s): Ann Wilson (National Co-chair), Jill Nelson (Executive Director) Type: organization; campaign. Source: Macrocosm USA.
15 Union Square W
New York, NY 10003-3316 Phone: (212)242-0700
Affiliate: Amalgamated Clothing & Textile Workers Union. Issues: Third World; justice; labor; Central America; unions. Description: This labor committee attempts to show support of the establishment of human rights in El Salvador. Contacts(s): Dave Dyson, Charles Kernaghan, (212)732-5411. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
National Organization for Women
1000 16th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036-5705 Phone: (202)331-0066
Affiliate: National Organization for Women. Issues: feminism; politics; justice. Description: "NOW has become the primary organization of choice (no pun intended) for people interested in defending and advancing the rights of women. The NOW Times does a great job of speaking for the women's movement as well as other public interest issues. This basic newspaper helps in national coalitions and demonstrations for labor and civil rights, in addition to playing a part in working for world peace." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Sheri O'Dell Price: Donation. Subscriptions: $25/yr. Frequency: 6/yr. Established: 1968. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/PUBLIC INTEREST.
130 West 11th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002-6216 Phone: (202)543-6603
Issues: labor; politics; activism; networking. Description: Aims to organize the nation's organizers, fostering contacts and the sharing of experiences between people working in different communities and in the labor movement. A membership association to foster survival, encourage the vocation, and bolster the effectiveness of organizers. Its goal is to make organizing an appealing career choice. Contacts(s): Kim Fellner (Director) Established: 1991. Type: organization; alliance. Source: City Limits.
713 Maryland Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20002-5233 Phone: (202)543-1300
Issues: economics; politics; government accountability; law; networking; taxation. Description: NTU, through an annual analysis of congressional roll call votes, measures the performance of our nation's senators and representatives on spending issues. The NTU study is one of the few studies that does not play the "rating game." NTU is a nonpartisan group concerned with protecting the interests of the overburdened American taxpayer. It has helped to organize the most extensive, broadbased network of taxpayers in the US, representing 200,000 members interested in reducing taxes. Other Resources: Publishes newsletter, DOLLARS AND SENSE. Contacts(s): Patrick J. Malloy (Executive Director), Jim Davidson (Chairman) Established: 1969. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
13 Astor Place
New York, NY 10003-6904 Phone: (212)254-0279
Issues: labor; unions. Description: Trade union for freelance writers bargaining for contracts, addressing grievances, and striving to establish a community of writers. Membership is open to writers who have published or are actively trying to publish their work. Other Resources: Free Brochure. Contacts(s): Anne Wyville Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
1751 N St. NW
Washington, DC 20036-2801 Phone: (202)785-0764
Issues: labor; education; jobs; volunteers; youth. Description: A consortium of coalitions of youth service organizations, other community-based youth work groups and interested individuals and organizations. Referrals to state coalitions of youth workers, city youth workers" coalitions, and Washington, DC organizations serving youth. Other Resources: Publishes YOUTH ALTERNATIVES monthly. Contacts(s): Tom McCarthy Type: organization; alliance. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Center for Neighborhood Technology
570 West Randolph
Chicago, IL 60661-2205 Phone: (312)454-0126
Affiliate: Center for Neighborhood Technology. Issues: economics; environment; energy; labor; politics; conservation; activism; worker ownership; community investment. Description: "This newsletter covers environmental, economic development, energy, and affordable housing issues from a neighborhood point of view. It describes local approaches to meeting basic human needs: recycling, energy conservation, worker ownership, neighborhood reinvestment, community gardening." Contacts(s): Patti Wolter (Editor) Price: $4/ea. Subscriptions: $30/yr. Frequency: 8/yr. Established: 1978. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Utne.
Student Pugwash
1638 R St. NW, #32
Washington, DC 20009-6446 Phone: (202)328-6555
Affiliate: Student Pugwash, USA. Issues: education; labor; jobs; volunteers; students; science. Description: New info on both internships and full-time employment with organizations in 30 major cities nationwide. Listed by geography and by issues; development, energy, environment, communications, peace, security, health, and general science. Special section devoted to opportunities with state and federal government. Contacts(s): Denise Nepveux Tax Status: Nonprofit. Type: reference; directory. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 1477
East Arlington, MA 02174-0022 Phone: (413)545-4875
Affiliate: 18. Issues: labor. Description: "Workers' social democratic ownership of workplaces is a key focus here, with increased worker control of enterprises owned by others covered too. Workers wanting to reform private enterprise relations will find this journal useful. Formerly Workplace Democracy." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Julie Melrose, Rob Okun Price: $5/ea. Subscriptions: $18, $36 institution. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1973. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/LABOR.
Box 1143, Lewiston
New York, NY 14092
Issues: Third World; politics; feminism; environment; peace; demographics; Green; Democratic Socialism. Description: This magazine focuses on one key global issue -- debt, climate, Soviet Union, cars, Peru -- every month. Winner of the Alternative Magazine awards - Best International coverage. Originates in Britain and reports on world poverty, rich vs. poor, and current debates on the radical changes necessary to meet human basic needs. Issues have included: radical lifestyles, fear and violence, race in South Africa, the sexes, recycling, Sandanistas, religion, justice, socialism, and food. Other Resources: Employee cooperative. Free sample issues available. Also, Third World calendar, almanac, cards, recycled wrapping paper. Wholesale and retail. Contacts(s): Sue Shaw Subscriptions: $36/yr.; $50 institutions. Frequency: 12/yr. Member of: Co-op America. Office Address: 175 Carlton St., Toronto, ON, CANADA Contact: Richard Swift (Co-editor), (416)588-6478. Type: periodical; magazine. Source: Macrocosm USA.
59 E. Van Buren, #707
Chicago, IL 60605-1216
Issues: labor. Subscriptions: $2.50/yr. Frequency: 10/yr. Type: periodical. Source: Macrocosm USA.
CJE
114 Court St. Box 645
Abingdon, VA 24210
Affiliate: Coalition for Jobs and the Environment. Issues: labor; environment; jobs. Description: Vol.2 No.5: Despite what we're told, jobs and a clean environment are not contradictory goals. Jobs that are available, and the usual calendars, events and laws to look out for. Page#: 6. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Jerod Pore.
950 Parker St.
Berkeley, CA 94710-2589 Phone: (510)549-2001
Issues: justice; politics; economics; labor; law; civil liberties. Description: Publisher of books and software that help people undertake legal tasks without lawyers. Other Resources: Quarterly Newsletter-NOLO NEWS, with articles on legal topics of interest to self helpers and the general public--also, Lawyer Jokes. Contacts(s): Steve Elias (Associate Publisher) Established: 1971. Type: publisher. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 747
Coloma, MI 49038-0747
Issues: agriculture; environment; politics; feminism; Third World; labor; peace; health; rural communities; hazardous waste; hunger. Description: A progressive coalition of farm organizers, union workers, and political and legal activists from across the US and Canada. NAFA's member groups have provided grassroots leadership to address the rural economic crisis in a broader context of global peace, social justice and ecological sustainability. NAFA is committed to building a new grassroots membership base of farmers, rural people and others who share these values. Other Resources: See NORTH AMERICAN FARMER newspaper. Contacts(s): Ed Marks (Executive Director), Merle Hansen (President) Established: 1983. Type: organization; alliance. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 747
Coloma, MI 49038-0747
Affiliate: North American Farm Alliance. Issues: agriculture; politics; Third World; labor; environment; feminism; eco ; health; hazardous waste; hunger; rural communities; family farms. Description: "Family farmers are supported in the 8 pages of this tabloid newspaper. Networking and coalition-building with other groups for family farms are key goals." - C.Canan Provides news and analysis to the movement for progressive family farm agriculture in the US, Canada and other countries. Contacts(s): Carol Hodne Price: $1/ea. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Frequency: 12/yr. Established: 1984. Type: periodical; newspaper. Source: Progressive Periodicals/ORGANIZING.
North American Students of Cooperation (NASCO)
Box 7715
Ann Arbor, MI 48107-7715
Affiliate: North American Students of Cooperation (NASCO). Issues: education; labor; economics; students; cooperatives. Description: Over 200 student-run cooperatives, including housing, food, child care, retail, bookstore, and miscellaneous service cooperatives; coverage includes Canada. Arranged geographically. Contacts(s): Margaret Martin (Director, Member Services) Published Date: Summer 1989. Page#: 25. Frequency: Biennial. Type: reference; directory. Source: Gale Reasearch, Directories in Print.
1613 East Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55407-1831
Issues: arts; labor; peace; culture; activism; graphics. Description: World-changing art of the labor, peace and justice movements. Other:(800)627-3082. Type: business. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Union of Concerned Scientists
26 Church St.
Cambridge, MA 02138-3716 Phone: (617)547-5552
Affiliate: Union of Concerned Scientists. Issues: peace; energy; disarmament; anti-nuclear. Description: Scientists present facts arguing against nuclear weapons and for peace in Nucleus. This group is one of the largest and most effective of the professional groups working to end the nuclear arms race. Covers energy policy, national security, and in general, the impact of technology on society. Other Resources: Books, reports, briefing papers, videos, educational curricula Contacts(s): Steven Krauss (Senior Editor), Warren Leon (Director of Public Education) Page#: 8-12. Price: Donation. Subscriptions: $15/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Circulation: 80M. Fax: (617)864-9405. Established: 1969. Type: periodical; journal. Source: Macrocosm USA.