Civic Action Series at Labyrinth Begins Jan. 19, 6pm

In the first in a series of civic action workshops at Labyrinth Books, Cymie Payne will be teaching anyone who wants to learn how to write and submit what are called "letters of comment" when objectionable policy changes (the focus here is on the environment) are looming.

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Speak to Your Government Effectively

A Workshop with Environmental Law Professor Cymie Payne

Open to All

Thursday, January 19th @ 6PM

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With the advent of a new administration in Washington, thoughts turn to the nature of democracy. Do you feel like your government isn’t listening to you? Do you want your opinion to be heard? Do you have expertise that would improve public policy? The legitimacy of democracy rests on transparency and public participation. We have the right to know what our government is doing and frequently the law provides means for us to speak directly on policy and regulation in a process known as “commenting”. Federal agencies are obligated to acknowledge these public comments. Come participate in a practical introduction to a simple process for commenting on regulations, policies and decisions. No prior knowledge required.

Cymie Payne is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Ecology at Rutgers University and the School of Law. She is known for her work on global governance of the environment and natural resources and the consequent evolution of international law, with a focus on climate change, ocean resources and protection of the environment in relation to armed conflict. She also is affiliated with the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy and writes frequently on international courts and tribunals.

Free and open to the public.

Labyrinth Books

122 Nassau Street

Princeton NJ, 08540

609.497.1600

www.labyrinthbooks.com