This group acknowledges that nonprofit organizations can no longer continue to address today's problems with yesterday's thinking... and expect to be in business tomorrow. They must embrace their business side as well as their charity side; becoming equally adept at running the business as they are running the charity in order to survive in today's challenging economic environment. We wil acknowledge that which we can learn from business; but also be proud of the that which business can learn fr …

We're inviting Corona SDK developers (and future developers) in the Washington DC area to get together and discuss mobile development and technology (for iOS and Android), Corona tips and tricks, and the Lua programming language. Experienced Corona developers and newcomers are equally welcome!

CrossFit - Constantly Varied High Intensity Functional Movements   Welcome to DC CrossFitters, We're a group people that are knowledgeable about the CrossFit brand (and those who want to learn about it) meeting others who are the same.   In other words, this group is for: Fans of CrossFit - As CrossFit has grown as a training program and a sport, the CrossFit games and associated fitness competitions have grown as well. Lots of people enjoy being a fan of the CrossFit brand - watching the Cross …

This group is the the launching pad for a weekly sandbox style campaign based on the Pathfinder system, with a few customizations, and a focus on fun and humor. Perks include - lots of props and models, custom painted miniatures for players upon request, a system for actively rewarding personality traits in characters, and encouraging the creative use of skills and surroundings. In a nutshell, more choices. Also, anyone who's looking for friendly players, game masters, or just people with simila …

… None of this implies a rejection of women, or even feminism -- at least, not Classical Feminism that was actually interested in fairness and equality) -- but does reject the endemic devaluation of men, the creeping criminalization and medicalization of maleness (think dosing boys with Ritalin for being boys) and the belittling and shaming tactics of unenlightened or otherwise manipulative women who benefit from the current status quo.  Z-men reject the claim that, as males, we are part of and b …

Capital Pride is the annual LGBTA Pride celebration in our nation’s capital. The first two weeks of June are full of fun, educational, cultural, and entertaining events, including the Pride Parade and the Pennsylvania Avenue Festival. We also have monthly events to celebrate Pride throughout the year. All are welcome.

… While a variety of definitions of "progressive Islam" can be found, this group is guided by the words of Professor Omid Safi: "Progressive Islam encompasses a number of themes: striving to realize a just and pluralistic society through a critical engagement with Islam, a relentless pursuit of social justice, an emphasis on gender equality as a foundation of human rights, and a vision of religious and ethnic pluralism." We welcome all individuals to this group, regardless of your level of famil …

Relationships are the most exciting, infuriating, wondrous, frustrating, loving, annoying parts of our lives! They just happen to also provide us with the greatest possibilities for where our lives can go. I created this group because talking to people about relationships is my passion. It's why I became a coach. When we talk about the relationships in our lives, whether they be our marriages, work relationships, relationship to money or success or failure, this is where we paint a picture of wh …

An exclusive club for those Professionals working at International organizations, including non-profit, charities, think tanks, embassies, diplomatic community, etc. Singles that want to mingle, share ideas, thoughts, cultural experiences and get together. We want to live life to the fullest and be enlightened by those we meet along the way! Globally oriented and Euro-centric mentalities are equally welcome! We want to hear different views and share fabulous stories, and learn something from eac …

The Washington DC LGBT Ballroom, Latin, Swing & C/W DanceMeetup is the Meetup group for Lambda DanceSPORT DC (http://www.LambdaDanceSportDC.org) which supports the art and sport of partnership dancing of all styles for same-gender couples and LGBT-friendly mixed-gender couples in the Baltimore/Washington Metropolitan area. Lambda DanceSPORT DC (http://www.LambdaDanceSportDC.org) is an affilliate of the LGBT DC Sports Connection, Team DC (http://www.TeamDC.org). DanceSport in C/W, Ballroom & La …

This is the Tantra & Tantric Yoga Students Group, formerly T Anonymous group. That group no longer exists. My only reason for taking this on is to promote the growth in knowledge of these ancient Indian practices. I am not looking to sell you anything, make you come to any high priced workshops or browbeat you for NOT attending. I seek multiple sources of information for the betterment of the group. Many books exist for our group edification. We might benefit by reading them, en masse, outside o …

Our mission statement: We are a social community in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area who exchange the Japanese and English languages while also sharing with others the best of both Japanese and American culture. We host events in MD, DC, and Northern VA.  Study Japanese and/or English with a community that shares the same language exchange interests as you.  People who want to speak (or hear) Japanese or English can join. It is open to all ages 18 and over and all levels of skill. Unli …

The mission of Final Salute Inc. is to provide homeless female Veterans with safe and suitable housing. The word homeless should not be associated with any Veteran. However, most people are not even aware that a homeless female Veteran population exist. It is estimated that there are 13,000 homeless female Veterans in the United States. For the sacrifices they and their families have made, this is an unacceptable state for any of them to be in. Female Veterans are twice as likely to be in the …

… Adam Smith) since I generally value individual liberty/rights over equality (of outcomes.) So, how do you like them apples?! Just kidding. I don't want to pick fights or get nasty, I just want to have some great conversations about important topics (over beer. . . as long as there is beer involved). I also don't want to be the "leader" of this group. There is no leader. This is a political discussion group (and beer drinking group). If you think this sounds good, join the group and when we have …

This group is about discussing how to reform our health care system, reduce health care costs, and accelerate medical research in new and creative ways.  This is not an investment group. There are no opportunities for investment here. This group is about discussions of how to reform the healthcare industry. Discussions about investing strategy or discussions about discussions about investing will not take place. The idea behind this group is that it is possible to advance medical research, not b …

The benefits of the group: I created this group to equal the platform between Real Estate Professionals where they are dedicated to develop from within. A group of professionals who have the willingness to give value first. Professionals inter-twine together to educate, motivate and positively leverage their knowledge and expertise on various developmental topics.