In the wake of Tuesday’s national election, join area young professionals for a discussion with Elaina Ramsey, Women & Girls Campaign Director for Sojourners, on the impact of the national election and the role of the faith community in this time of transition, especially when it comes to issues that affect women and girls.
About the Speaker?
Elaina Ramsey serves as the Women & Girls Campaign Director at Sojourners—a national Christian media, messaging, and advocacy organization committed to faith in action for social justice. She champions policies and practices that lifts up the voices of diverse women, promotes women's empowerment, addresses sexual and domestic violence, and engages churches and people of faith on the biblical basis of gender equity. Through her previous experiences as a youth minister in the South Bronx and a community organizer for various nonprofits and campaigns—including Campaign for Change, the Jubilee U.S.A. Network, and Women’s Action for New Directions—Elaina is passionate about all things theological and political. She received her bachelor's degree from Capital University, where she studied international relations, sociology, and music. Elaina holds a master's in theological studies from Wesley Theological Seminary, as well as a master's degree in international peace and conflict resolution from American University.
Sponsored by: Wesley Theology Seminary, The Bridge, Asbury UMC, Mount Vernon Place UMC, Foundry UMC
What is Bar Theology?
Bar Theology is not your average theological discussion. Join us at Busboys and Poets where you'll get honest opinions and straight talk about faith, love, work and your daily life experiences. Bar Theology will give you the space to meet other people asking big questions and make new friends to keep the discussion going. We welcome all people, of all regions, to bring their whole self and join us in this ongoing dialogue. Good beer. Good conversation. Bar Theology
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