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Get Trained To Help Combat GMOs In Our Food
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By Gabriela Worrel / Special to LAist
Do you want to see genetically engineered foods labeled? Help get the California Right to Know Genetically Engineered Food Act of 2012 ballot initiative passed and attend a local training meeting this week. Read the initiative here.
North Hollywood - Signature Gathering Training
When: Wednesday, December 7, 6pm.
Where: Wat Thai Buddhist Temple, 8225 Coldwater Canyon Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91605.
What: Take back the food supply for our communities and our children. Learn the Two-Person Team method and other important tips for petition circulators.
Long Beach - Signature Gathering Training
When: Wednesday, December 7, 6:30pm-8:30pm.
Where: Private residence. Cross streets are 6th and Ximeno in Belmont Heights.
RSVP to Lisa for address via phone, 562-787-3933, or email.
Palmdale - Signature Gathering Training
When: Thursday, December 8, 5:30pm.
Where: Whole Wheatery, 44264 10th St W, Lancaster, CA.
What: Learn how to gather petition signatures for our Label GMOs initiative.
RSVP to Blair Jones via email or here.
High Desert, Apple Valley-GMO Awareness Meeting and Signature Gathering Training
When: Thursday, December 8, 6pm
Where: One of Life’s Perks coffee house, 18343 U.S. Hwy 18, 92307
What: We will continue to share our discussion and educate our self about GMOs. We will show the movie “Scientist under Attack” then learn how to gather Signature's for the CA Initiative starting January.
Oak Park / Agoura - Signature Gathering Training
When: Thursday, December 8, 7pm.
Where: Private residence in Oak Park.
Please RSVP via phone, 818-527-2664, or email for directions.
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Previously in Label GMO 2012 Campaign coverage:
Is California Poised to Change the Nation's Food Landscape?
Hidden in Our Food: GMOs & Your Right to Know
Exercise Democracy at The World Food Day Rally
Mary's Gone Crackers & Speaks Out Against GMOs
Label GMOs Initiative Filed, Will You Sign?
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