Get Involved

Peace demands action.

Find your place at MAPA. Here are some ways to get involved.

MAPA supporters taking public action at the Massachusetts State House

MAPA volunteer at a public action

Volunteer

Show up where MAPA needs hands-on help.

Volunteers help MAPA reach people, run events, support campaigns, contact members, maintain organizing lists, write materials, and keep the day-to-day work moving.

Public outreach
Table at events, gather petition signatures, and talk with supporters.
Campaign support
Help issue teams with research, advocacy, calls, writing, and organizing.
Office and event help
Support mailings, phone banks, data entry, setup, cleanup, and logistics.

MAPA supporters at a public hearing

Events

Attend, learn, organize, and bring others.

MAPA events are one of the easiest ways to enter the work. Come to a public program, bring someone with you, and connect with the people already organizing.

Public programs
Attend webinars, forums, teach-ins, film screenings, and community meetings.
Direct action
Join rallies, vigils, lobby days, and campaign events when they are scheduled.
Community building
Meet organizers, task force members, volunteers, speakers, and allied groups.

A MAPA campaign sign at a public action

Newsletter

Stay connected to MAPA’s work.

Sign up for MAPA news, action alerts, event announcements, and campaign updates.

Action alerts
Learn when and how to take action on MAPA priorities.
Events and programs
Hear about upcoming forums, rallies, webinars, and meetings.
News and analysis
Follow MAPA’s campaigns, commentary, and organizational updates.

MAPA members campaigning together

Membership

Members give MAPA the base to keep acting.

Become a MAPA member today to support our long-term organizing.

Annual membership dues begin at $40 per year for an individual, $65 for a family, or $10 for students or those with low income.

Members receive newsletters and discounted admission at events, vote on endorsements and the organization’s program, and elect the Board of Directors.

Donations and dues to Massachusetts Peace Action may be used for political purposes and are not tax-deductible.

Stay connected
Receive campaign updates, action alerts, newsletters, and event information.
Shape MAPA’s direction
Vote on endorsements, organizational priorities, and the election of Board members.
Build organizing capacity
Help sustain MAPA’s political advocacy, education, campaigns, and year-round organizing.

Are You a Student?

Find out more about MAPA’s internship program.