We Are Woman

noreply@blogger.com (Alaina LaTourette) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 23:27:00 +0000

From Our Sisters at WORD
http://www.defendwomensrights.org/

2013 The Year for the E.R.A.

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 01:42:00 +0000

2013 is the year that we need to have the Equal Rights Amendment ratified. We can do this, we only need 3 more states to ratify in order to get it done. To read more about it please see this post: CLICK HERE

A Big Thank You to Sandra Fluke!

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 23:06:00 +0000

[VIDEO] The Reformed Whores and a Reminder to Vote

noreply@blogger.com (Washington March) — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:38:00 +0000

"Our forefathers want to remind you to f**king vote November 6th!"

Do YOU Have Rights?

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 18:46:00 +0000

Do you have them? Or don't you? The French have them. So do the Japanese. And the Cubans. Even the Afghan's have them now. But do American women have them?

Please share this video and visit: http://eraeducationproject.com/

Vote Like a Girl Guide

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 03:39:00 +0000

From Women: Rise Up Now: "We’ve tried to assemble as many resources as we could in one place ... the “Vote Like A Girl Guide” is chock full of active links to check out your state’s voter ID laws, the records of your representatives, and what to do if you get turned away at the polls. It also contains a printable Get Out the Vote poster, voter registration forms, and download links to some nifty swag that we created just for this!"

Vote Like a Girl Guide

Vaginas Vote - Women for Obama

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 22:22:00 +0000

We will be posting our goals and mission for the next year soon, it will definitely include another major event for women's rights. From now until November though ~ we want to encourage all women to vote and to help register other women.

We've come up with a new design, inspired by Michigan Representative Lisa Brown, who was banned from speaking because she used the word 'vagina'. We can encourage women to vote and at the same time show that we don't believe 'vagina' is a dirty word.

Click HERE to enter our store.

$5.00 from each purchase through our store will go towards our 2013 event.

Thank you!

Defend Women's Rights BBQ Sunday 9.16.12

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 15:42:00 +0000

Defend Women's Rights BBQ This Sunday!
Meet Fellow WORD Organizers! Get involved!

Sunday, September 16th
1:00pm - 4:00pm

135th Street & St. Nicholas Ave
(look for the purple balloons)

New York WORD networking and movement building BBQ!

WORD (Women Organizing to Resist and Defend) is a newly formed coalition of women and allies organizing to fight back against the attacks on our rights.

We want to let the politicians of both major parties know that we will not stand by while women's rights are under attack. Join us!

Also...October 16th Save the Date!

Come hear about upcoming word actions at this Sunday's BBQ including a rally outside the presidential debate on October 16th. Women's rights are not bargaining chips! Demand accountability from both parties.

WORD Demands...

Full reproductive rights now: Access to safe, legal abortion and birth control – on demand. We want healthcare that covers these services and access to it for all women. We want the information that we need to stay healthy, including an end to abstinence-only sex education in our schools.

Defend women in the workplace: Close the wage gap and provide equal pay for equal work. All jobs must offer maternity leave and stop penalizing working mothers. End sexual harassment at work.

Stop the budget cuts: Cutting federal and state social services punishes poor women. We demand government funding for social services that millions of working and poor women depend on.

We want full equality and respect now: Fight racism, sexism and anti-LGBT bigotry. Stop the exploitation and commercialization of women in mass media. An injury to one is an injury to all!

For more info, contact WORD NYC at nyc@defendwomensrights.org or 347-292-WORD (9673).

Women Organized to Resist and Defend

www.DefendWomensRights.org
info@DefendWomensRights.org

Chicago: 773-828-9205 or chicago@defendwomensrights.org
Connecticut: 203-787-8232 or ct@defendwomensrights.org
Los Angeles: 213-251-1058 or la@DefendWomensRights.org
New York: 347-292-9673 or nyc@defendwomensrights.org
San Francisco: 415-375-9502 or sf@DefendWomensRights.org

Remember November VOTE Shirts

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 23:58:00 +0000

New design available to help get out the vote:

Download high resolution image

Remember November Shirts: Republicans think that male religious leaders are experts on contraception. $5.00 from the sale of these items will be donated to We Are Woman.

Remember November Light Shirts

Remember November Color Shirts

In addition: Our Commemorative Rally Shirts will be taken out of the store on Saturday, September 1st. If you would like to own one there are only a few days left to order then. Thank you for your support!

Light Shirts Commemorative Liberty & Equality

Color Shirts Commemorative Liberty & Equality

Action Needed in VA: Clinic Regulations and TRAP

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:20:00 +0000

Cooch Watch 2012 and #OpposeTRAP are holding the following events in Virginia.

What: Recuse Yourself , John Seeds!

When: Tuesday, September 4, 2012 - 11:00am until 1:00pm

Where: 1250 E Marshall Street, Richmond, VA

Details: We are demanding that Dr. John Seeds recuse himself from voting on the abortion clinic regulations with the Board of Health on September 14th, as his religious and personal views should not affect the women of Virginia and their access to healthcare. Stand with us on September 4 to DEMAND that he recuse himself from voting on the abortion clinic regulations on Sept 14th.

Read more at: Recuse Yourself , John Seeds!

What: #S14 OpposeTRAP - Round 3: The People vs THE COOCH

When: Friday, September 14, 2012 - 7:30am

Where: 9960 Mayland Dr Richmond, VA

Details: CALL TO ACTION: On September 14th at 7:30 am, we call for 500+ to line the walkway at the Perimeter Center where the Board of Health is mtg to re-address and re-vote on permanent regulations that unfairly target abortion providers (TRAP). The Attorney General is demanding regulations be written in such a way they will shut down most clinics in VA., continuing his War on Women. The outside protest will be followed by an opportunity to speak out to the Board in their meeting. Signs, Banners, T-Shirts, All Welcome!

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This Is My Body [Video]

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 22:21:00 +0000

We are posting this in hopes that you will 'Like' the This is My Body Facebook page and share this video with others. Thank you!

"This Is My Body" is a women's rights advocacy video created in response to the attacks on women's health and reproductive rights that have occurred throughout 2012. The video addresses those issues along with abortion, body image, cancer, fair pay, and a number of other important issues affecting women today. SOURCE: This Is My Body FB Page

This Is My Body from Jason Stefaniak on Vimeo.

Please like this on YouTube Too!
View on MoveOn.org #ThisIsMyBody @JasonStefaniak @moveon

This Is My Body (Script)
Created by Jason Stefaniak and Siobhan O’Loughlin
[In French] [In Italian]

Image courtesy of Moveon.Org

This is my body.
I do what I want with it.
This is my body.
I make my own choices.
This is my body.
I use it as a canvas, tattoo it, decorate it, and pierce it.
I take medicine if I want to and only undergo medical procedures I choose.
I eat what I want, exercise for my health, and wear what I like.
I fall in love with whomever, fuck/sleep with whomever and marry whomever I choose.
I decide when and how to become a mother.
This is my body, not yours

These decisions have nothing to do with you. If I’m not hurting you or stopping you from pursuing your inherent right to happiness, it’s none of your business. This is my body, not yours.

Almost one in eight women in the United States will have breast cancer, the most invasive cancer for women worldwide. If I am black or white, rich or poor, married or single, gay or straight, formally educated or not, I have the right to be screened for this killer of women, whether I go to my doctor or rely on the services of clinics like those run by Planned Parenthood. Your desire to stop the funding of abortions has nothing to do with my right to defend myself against cancer. This is my body, not yours.

If I choose to have sex, I have the right to birth control and to be spared your demeaning insults you’d never want leveled against your daughter or mother. My pursuit of orgasm is neither unnatural nor dangerous nor scary nor an infringement of your religious liberty. My sexual activity is for my benefit, not your pleasure. And it’s never my fault if you rape me. I am done being excluded from decisions about my sexual and reproductive health. This is my body, not yours.

I determine who or what goes inside of my vagina and when. I make all decisions regarding my pregnancy. I will access prenatal care whether or not you agree with the choices made resulting from that care. I have the right to an abortion without facing intimidation, harassment, burdensome parental consent laws, or prejudicial taxes. If I decide to have an abortion, I will not undergo unnecessary, invasive medical procedures for the purposes of your moralizing and personal edification. I’m entitled to all health information from my doctor. And allowing myself to be penetrated once doesn’t assume your right to do it again on your own prerogative, for your own reasons. This is my body, not yours.

It is time for you to accept that I am fully aware, capable, and accountable for myself. I don’t need a hero or saving because I’m not in distress. I’m not defined by my need of a man or partner, but I have the right to be made happy by one, in a safe and supportive relationship. I’m not defined by my weight, hair, make up, skin color, or breast size. I do not exist to be your play toy. I won’t wait my turn nor be quiet nor heed you. I know my physical and mental strength and I do not fear you. I’m beautiful, despite what you think, with or without your approval. This is my body, not yours.

This is my body.
I’m through with legislators telling me what to do with it.
This is my body.
Keep your salacious, aggressive, sexist insults to yourself. I’m not listening.
This is my body.
I have the right to marry my partner, woman or man.
To equal pay
To health care
To education
To divorce
To safety
To protection of the law
To respect and dignity
To complete equality
This is my body, not yours.

Do not be afraid of a world in which women know themselves, their voice, and their power. That world has arrived.

Recommit to Realizing Gender Equality: Women's Equality Day

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:23:00 +0000

Although we still have a lot of work yet to do, we should take a day to honor the accomplishments of the women that came before us. It's up to us to pick up the torch and continue to move Women's Rights forward. We still need to finish the job of securing an Equal Rights Amendment.

For events in your area see: August 26th Day of Action

Near the end of the Proclamation it reads:

"I call upon the people of the United States to celebrate the achievements of women and recommit to realizing gender equality in this country."

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Note: 1912 isn't the date of the Amendment, it was the year that Alice Paul really got things going:

"In 1912 Alice Paul met up with her friend, Lucy Burns, and they took over the National American Woman Suffrage Association (NAWSA) Congressional Committee, trying to get a constitutional amendment giving women the right to vote. By 1916, she formed the National Woman's Party (NWP) that demanded a constitutional amendment guaranteeing women the right to vote. "

Presidential Proclamation - Women’s Equality Day, 2012

WOMEN'S EQUALITY DAY, 2012

Link

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

On Women's Equality Day, we mark the anniversary of our Constitution's 19th Amendment, which secured the right to vote for America's women. The product of profound struggle and fierce hope, the 19th Amendment reaffirmed what we have always known: that America is a place where anything is possible and where each of us is entitled to the full pursuit of our own happiness. We also know that the defiant, can-do spirit that moved millions to seek suffrage is what runs through the veins of American history. It remains the wellspring of all our progress. And nearly a century after the battle for women's franchise was won, a new generation of young women stands ready to carry that spirit forward and bring us closer to a world where there are no limits on how big our children can dream or how high they can reach.

To keep our Nation moving ahead, all Americans -- men and women -- must be able to help provide for their families and contribute fully to our economy. That is why I have made supporting the needs and aspirations of women and girls a top priority for my Administration. From signing the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act into law and creating the White House Council on Women and Girls to combatting sexual assault and promoting women's economic and political empowerment at home and abroad, we have worked to ensure women have the opportunities they need and deserve at every stage of their lives. As women around the world continue to fight for their seat at the table, my Administration will keep their interests at the core of our policy decisions -- and we will join them every step of the way.

Today, women are nearly 50 percent of our workforce, the majority of students in our colleges and graduate schools, and a growing number of breadwinners in their families. From business to medicine to our military, women are leading the fields that were closed off to them only decades ago. We owe that legacy of progress to our mothers and aunts, grandmothers and great-grandmothers -- women who proved not only that opportunity and equality do not come without a fight, but also that they are possible. Even with the gains we have made, we still have work to do. As we mark this 92nd anniversary of the 19th Amendment, let us reflect on how far we have come toward fully realizing the basic freedoms enshrined in our founding documents, rededicate ourselves to closing the gaps that remain, and continue to widen the doors of opportunity for all of our daughters and sons.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim August 26, 2012, as Women's Equality Day. I call upon the people of the United States to celebrate the achievements of women and recommit to realizing gender equality in this country.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

Remember in November: Scenes from We Are Woman Rally

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:21:00 +0000

By: Jessica DelBalzo for Ms. Magazine

The video that inspired the cofounders of We Are Woman was titled, “We are Warriors.” As their national rally for women’s rights came to a close last Saturday in Washington, D.C., the members of We Are Woman did indeed feel like warriors.

Saturday’s rally attracted more than a thousand women, men and children to the west lawn of the Capitol grounds. Opening with an impassioned speech from beloved Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.), the rally continued for a full five hours of inspirational words, music and comedy.

Planned Parenthood was there. NOW was there. CODE PINK danced on the sidelines in their furry vagina costumes.

August 26th Day of Action – Women’s Equality Day

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 18:37:00 +0000

WORD (Women Organized to Resist and Defend) is a new grassroots, feminist organization that is dedicated to building the struggle for women’s rights and equality for all.

Website ♀ Facebook ♀ Twitter

We demand:

Full reproductive rights now: Access to safe, legal abortion and birth control – on demand. We want healthcare that covers these services and access to it for all women. We want the information that we need to stay healthy, including an end to abstinence-only sex education in our schools.
Defend women in the workplace: Close the wage gap and provide equal pay for equal work. All jobs must offer maternity leave and stop penalizing working mothers. End sexual harassment at work.
Stop the budget cuts: Cutting federal and state social services punishes poor women. We demand government funding for social services that millions of working and poor women depend on. Jobs, education, housing and healthcare are women’s rights.
We want full equality and respect now: Fight racism, sexism and anti-LGBT bigotry. Stop the exploitation and commercialization of women in mass media. An injury to one is an injury to all!

On Women’s Equality Day, August 26 – on the eve of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida, which will be immediately followed by the Democratic National Convention - women and their allies will take to the streets of Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, Chicago and other cities across the country in defense of women's rights.

August 26th - Women’s Equality Day - commemorates the 1920 passage of the 19th amendment, giving women the right to vote. Winning the right to vote was an important victory, but the struggle for full equality continues. Celebrate Women’s Equality Day by taking to the streets and demanding full equality now. Honor the women who fought for the rights we’ve won and continue the struggle for full equality.

Women’s reproductive rights continue to be slashed at the state level. Legal restrictions on abortions tripled from 2010 to 2011. 92 new abortion restrictions were enacted in 2011. In 2011, there were 114 reported violent attacks against abortion providers. Clinics that provide vital services for millions of working-class women are under siege. More than 55 percent of reproductive age women now live in states that are “hostile” to abortion rights. (Guttenmacher Institute)

So while they’re convening and concocting new ways to attack our rights and our lives, let’s come together in the streets to stand up and fight back!

There will be mass demonstrations in Los Angeles, San Francisco and other cities around the country. We will mobilize thousands in the streets to show the world that there is a new women’s movement rising and we will not go back.

We believe that access to reproductive choice – the basic right of women to control our own bodies – is a fundamental right and must be defended. We believe in equality. We support working women. We are tired of the right wing trying to turn back the clock and take our hard-won rights away. All people who support equality and choice should organize with us and help these actions grow.

If you can’t make it to protest in Tampa and Charlotte, join or organize a protest in your community. There is a long, proud tradition of women in the United States mobilizing and fighting to win equality and respect. Let’s continue this legacy this summer!

August 26 Actions for Women's Rights

If there's an Aug. 26 event taking place in your area, please let us know about it so it can be listed on our website.

Chicago, IL

Daley Plaza, 11 am

Denver, OC

16th Street Mall, (meet at 16th St and California), 11 am
Die-in to raise awareness women who have died as a result of inequalities.
Organized by We are Women Colorado

Lexington, KY

Robert F Stevens Courthouse, E. Main st, 3 pm
Organized by Kentuckians Against the War on Women

Los Angeles, CA

Hollywood & Vine, 1pm

Milwaukee, WI

Pere Marquette Park, 12pm
Organized by Code Pink and Vets for Peace

New Paltz, NY

Peace Park (next to Village Hall @ 25 Plattekill Ave.), 1pm
New York, NY
47th St & 6th Ave, 1pm

San Francisco, CA

24th & Mission, 12 noon

If there's an Aug. 26 event taking place in your area, please let us know about it so it can be listed on our website.

Get involved:

Call to Action initiated by WORD (Women Organized to Resist and Defend) is a new grassroots, feminist organization that is dedicated to building the struggle for women’s rights and equality for all.

Planned Parenthood Women Are Watching Bus Tour

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 01:43:00 +0000

"Couldn’t ask for better weather today in Canton, Michigan; perfect for a Women are Watching rally! The big pink bus rolled into Heritage Park just moments ago - and supporters of all ages are coming out to join us with one clear message: Hands off our health care!" SOURCE

	Don't miss out! The big pink bus is coming your way! The Women are Watching Bus Tour is crisscrossing the country, educating voters about what's at stake for women's health in November. We need to tell those politicians who oppose women's health that we are watching — and we vote! Efforts to eliminate access to birth control, cancer screenings, and basic preventive health services started in Congress, and we continue to see cuts and attacks that put women's health at risk in state after state. Women voters will make the difference in this election. It's time to show our strength. Get inspired and sign up to rally with us. Rally with us. The big pink bus is coming to Illinois! Rally Time: 12:30pm CDT Date: Wednesday, August 22 Location: Lincolnshire, IL Will you join us? RSVP here: http://ppaction.org/IL The big pink bus is coming to Missouri! Rally Time: 5:15pm Date: Thursday, August 23 Location: Columbia, MO Will you join us? RSVP here: http://ppaction.org/MO The big pink bus is coming to Iowa! Rally Time: 11:00am Date: Thursday, August 23 Location: Des Moines, IA Will you join us? RSVP here: http://ppaction.org/IA The big pink bus is coming to Ohio! Rally Time: 3:pm EST Date: Saturday, August 25 Location: Twinsburg, OH Will you join us? RSVP here: http://ppaction.org/OH The big pink bus is coming to Virginia! Rally Time: 11:30am EST Date: Sunday, August 26 Location: Arlington, VA Will you join us? RSVP here: http://ppaction.org/VA This election matters and its people like us that will make all the difference. You don't want to miss this inspiring event. Register today. We'll see you there. Sincerely, Planned Parenthood Action Fund

visit plannedparenthoodaction.org

Videos Of and About the We Are Woman Rally

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 02:16:00 +0000

A collection of videos from the 8.18.12 We Are Woman Rally in D.C.
(check back as we will be adding to this page)

Amazing 14 minute video created by Lisa Whetzel which features many speakers, still shots and eventful moments from the rally. Thanks Lisa for creating this!

Emma's Revolution performs "Take Your Vagina to the RNC" as women from CODEPINK dance, dressed as vaginas in front of the U.S. Capitol Building in D.C. Published on YouTube on Aug 18, 2012 by AnonMedia99 Visit their websites: CODEPINK :: Emma's Revolution

The Charlottesville Rally Riders rode back into town Saturday evening after spending the day in Washington D.C. fighting for women's rights. "Part of the reason for this rally was to say to the U.S. Congress that we expect to see them taking acting on things that really matter to this country and leave women's bodies out of it.," said protester Gail Hyder Wiley. READ MORE Source: http://www.newsplex.com

If you would like to share your video of the event please email us at:
info@wearewoman.us
Thanks!

We Are Woman Rally Photos Slideshow

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:46:00 +0000

Photos contributed by attendees of the We Are Woman Rally in D.C. that was held on August 18th, 2012 on the West Front Lawn of the Capitol Building. A special thank you to all of you who helped, contributed, attended and to those of you who generously shared your photos with us!

VIEW FULL SCREEN

If you have photos of the rally and want them added to this please send the full sized version (or as big as you have) to info@wearewoman.us If you want them exempt from being used in slideshows or videos that we create please specify so in your email. Thanks!

[video] CODEPINK Dancing Vaginas at the We Are Woman Rally

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:37:00 +0000

Initial Photos from the We Are Woman Rally via Rueters

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:58:00 +0000

Attendees sit under painted umbrellas as they gather for the We Are Woman rally for women's rights on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, August 18, 2012. Speakers at the event took on conservative politicians and what they see as anti-woman legislation, while asking their supporters to "remember in November" which side of politics they are on, and to vote in light of those policy differences at election time. REUTERS PICTURES Photo Credit: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst

U.S. Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) addresses the We Are Woman rally for women's rights on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, August 18, 2012. Speakers at the event took on conservative politicians and what they see as anti-woman legislation, while asking their supporters to "remember in November" which side of politics they are on, and to vote in light of those policy differences at election time. REUTERS PICTURES Photo Credit: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst

Jacqueline Nantier, (L) wears a red, white and blue burka, as fellow attendee Laura Kacere voices her mild objections to its use as a protest symbol, at the We Are Woman rally for women's rights on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, August 18, 2012. Speakers at the event took on conservative politicians and what they see as anti-woman legislation, while asking their supporters to "remember in November" which side of politics they are on, and to vote in light of those policy differences at election time. REUTERS PICTURES Photo Credit: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst

People gather for the We Are Woman rally for women's rights on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, August 18, 2012. Speakers at the event took on conservative politicians and what they see as anti-woman legislation, while asking their supporters to "remember in November" which side of politics they are on, and to vote in light of those policy differences at election time. REUTERS PICTURES Photo Credit: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst

Women sit under umbrellas painted to look like a uterus (L) and a pack of birth control pills at the We Are Woman rally for women's rights on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, August 18, 2012. Speakers at the event took on conservative politicians and what they see as anti-woman legislation, while asking their supporters to "remember in November" which side of politics they are on, and to vote in light of those policy differences at election time. REUTERS PICTURES Photo Credit: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst

People gather for the We Are Woman rally for women's rights on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, August 18, 2012. Speakers at the event took on conservative politicians and what they see as anti-women legislation, while asking their supporters to "remember in November" which side of polictics they are on, and to vote in light of those policy differences at election time. REUTERS PICTURES Photo Credit: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst

A big thank you to Reuters and photographer Jonathan Ernst for covering the rally!

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes-Norton to Open Rally

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 09:48:00 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Jessica DelBalzo
Email: jdelbalzo13@gmail.com

Date: August 16, 2012

RE: Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes-Norton to Open Rally for Women's Rights

Washington, D.C. - We Are Woman is thrilled to announce that distinguished congresswoman, Eleanor Holmes-Norton, will be providing the opening address at their national rally for women's rights taking place on Saturday, August 18th at the United States Capitol.

The rally begins at 10:30am and will include a full program of feminist speakers, musical performers, and comedians. Each speaker will be focusing on at least one aspect of the women's rights movement within the context of the current war on women being waged by conservative politicians like recent vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan.

WHO:  We Are Woman, a grassroots organization promoting reproductive freedom, equal rights, and fair pay
WHEN:  Saturday, August 18th, from 10:30am-4pm
WHERE:  The West Lawn of the United States Capitol

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Jessica DelBalzo
Email: jdelbalzo13@gmail.com

Date: August 14, 2012

RE: We Are Woman Rally, Speakers & Entertainment Starting Early

Washington D.C. - We Are Woman, the grassroots organization behind the national rally for women's rights taking place on the west lawn of the United States Capitol on Saturday, August 18th, has announced that the rally will be starting at 10:30, rather than 11am. The change has been made in order to accommodate the tremendous number of speakers and entertainers who will be in attendance.

The newest speakers to sign on for the event include filmmaker Kamala Lopez, who will also be recording at the rally, Andrea Gleaves of the Women's Information Network, and Alice Cohan of the Feminist Majority.

WHO: We Are Woman, a grassroots organization devoted to promoting women's rights and using peaceful protest to unite against the war on women being waged in statehouses throughout the USA and by our current congress.

WHAT:  A rally for reproductive freedom, the Equal Rights Amendment, and fair pay.
WHERE:  The West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol
WHEN:  Saturday, August 18th, 2012, from 10:30am-4pm

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Gal Friday Sally Calls NBC ABC and CBS

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 21:41:00 +0000

A little bit of support from our friends from the West Coast Miss R*EVOLutionaries - Nannette Harrison made this to help get the word out about the rally on Saturday. Thanks Nannette!

"OUR 'Gal Friday' Sally has been extremely busy calling media outlets today. This is for our friends at We Are Woman!!! If you are anywhere near D.C. on Saturday please show your support by attending the protest rally.. then share this image with as many media outlets as you can."

Please stay up to date on the latest news regarding the rally by "Liking" us on Facebook. Thank you!

Rally Details, Specifics, and Guidelines

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 07:13:00 +0000

We Are Woman is organizing a national rally for women’s rights which will take place on the West Front Lawn of the United States Capitol on Saturday, August 18th, 2012. The rally will be starting at 10:30 a.m. rather than 11:00 a.m. The change has been made in order to accommodate the tremendous number of speakers and entertainers who will be in attendance. We are expecting thousands of women, men, and children from across America to join us for inspiring speakers, musical performances, and entertainment as we tell our legislators: women are watching!

Who: We Are Woman, a grassroots organization devoted to promoting women's rights and using peaceful protest to unite against the war on women being waged in statehouses throughout the USA and by our current congress.

What: A rally for reproductive freedom, the Equal Rights Amendment, and fair pay. [more info]
Where: The West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol - Washington, D.C. [see small map]
When: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST
What to bring:
Painted 'protest' umbrella [more info]
Water
Picnic lunch and/or snacks
Picnic or stadium blanket to sit on
Sunscreen
Family, friends and a lot of enthusiasm!
What NOT to bring:
Chairs - we will have chairs for the elderly and disabled
No beach sized umbrellas, tents or shelters of any kind

No weapons of any kind, explosives, fire or chemicals

[See bottom of page for more Capitol Rules]
This is a peaceful Rally
The Capitol Police have been extremely helpful to us and we are asking that everyone obey their rules. We don't want for our movement to be overshadowed by disruptive or violent behavior. Thank you!

SPEAKERS
Bonnie Grabenhofer, Executive Vice President of NOW
  Laura Meyers, CEO Planned Parenthood Washington DC
  Alice Cohan, Feminist Majority
  Wayne Powell, Virginia’s 7th District Congressional Candidate
  Roberta Francis, ERA Task Force, National Council of Women’s Organization
  Bettina Hager, National Women’s Political Caucus
  George Barker, Senator Representing Virginia’s 39th District
  Laura Mills, CODEPINK
  Mara Keisling, National Center for Transgender Equality
  Rev. Charles McKenzie, Rainbow Push Coalition-Florida
  Sandy Oestreich, National Equal Rights Amendment Alliance
  Lisa Maatz, American Association of University Women
  Nadine Smith, Equality Florida
  Lucy Beard, Alice Paul Institute
  Chelsea Strayer, Mormons for ERA
  Soraya Chemaly, Feminist Writer
  Andrea Gleaves, Women’s Information Network
  Kimberely Johnson, Rock the Slut Vote
  Holly Kearl, Stop Street Harrassment
  Jodi Renee Thomas, The Well Written Woman

  Kamala Lopez, Executive Director E.R.A. Education Project, Filmaker
Ben Atherton-Zeman, National Organization of Men Against Sexism

ENTERTAINERS
  Ruth Rasby
  The Reformed Whores
  Emma’s Revolution
  Dance of the Dying
  The Sweater Set
  Ben Atherton-Zeman

WASHINGTON, D.C.
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CAPITOL RULES

Solicitation: It is prohibited at all times to offer any item for sale, or solicit fares, alms, or contributions or display any form of advertising on Capitol Grounds.

Filming and Photography: The use of camera equipment to film or photograph on Capitol Grounds is permitted, provided the photographs or film are for private or other non-commercial use. Non-commercial documentary or historical filming is permitted on a case-by-case basis. The use of tripods or other film or photography enhancement equipment requires special permission, and is limited to grassy areas where pedestrian or vehicular traffic will not be impeded.

Distribution of Literature: Literature may be distributed to interested persons, at no charge, as a part of a permitted activity. Distribution of literature is prohibited inside all Capitol Buildings.

Shelters: Setting up, placement or storage of camping equipment, tents, sleeping bags, bedrolls, bedding or a shelter of any kind is prohibited at all times.

Grounds: It is prohibited at any time to climb, remove or in any way injure any statue, seat, wall, fountain, light poles, elevator towers, or other erection or architectural feature, or any tree, shrub or landscaping feature within the Capitol Grounds. No person may stand or otherwise enter upon any of the Capitol Visitor Center skylights, fountains, planters, walls, surface level air grates and generators.

Sleeping or Lying Down: Sleeping or lying down is prohibited at all times on any paved or improved area including, but not limited to, streets, roads, sidewalks, steps, curbs, gutters, doorways, alcoves, and walls. Sleeping or lying down is prohibited on any unimproved (grassy) area of the Capitol Grounds from one-half (½) hour after sunset to one-half (½) hour before sunrise.

Parking: There is no parking available for private automobiles, buses, or other vehicles on Capitol Grounds. Buses may utilize Garfield Circle, at the intersection of First Street and Maryland Avenue, S.W., and Union Station, at 50 Massachusetts Avenue, N.E., to drop off passengers.

Prohibited Items: The following items are prohibited at all times on Capitol Grounds: any firearm, explosive, club, missile, chemical or other incendiary device or other weapon. It is also prohibited to use or display any open flame including, but not limited to, ignited candles, torches, lanterns, or lamps. Flashlights and other battery-powered lights are permitted.

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We Are Woman Radio and Television

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 05:58:00 +0000

Several of the organizers of "We are Woman" speak with Don about this Saturday's planned march in Washington DC. What do they want the nation to know about their cause? [aired 8.14.12]

This interview features Alaina La Tourette, one of the four founders of We Are Woman.

Listen to internet radio with Coffee Party USA on Blog Talk Radio

Interview with We Are Woman Rally Organizer, Jacquie Nantier-Hopewell on Inside Scoop Virginia. [aired 8.14.12]

Video streaming by Ustream

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Rally Speakers and Entertainers

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 13:38:00 +0000

This is just a partial list, there will be even more wonderful speakers and entertainers. We hope that everyone can make it to the rally, it will be a day to remember! If you intend on printing or sharing this poster please download the high resolution verson HERE.

Updated List:

SPEAKERS

Bonnie Grabenhofer, Executive Vice President of NOW

Laura Meyers, CEO Planned Parenthood Washington DC

Alice Cohan, Feminist Majority

Wayne Powell, Virginia’s 7th District Congressional Candidate

Roberta Francis, ERA Task Force, National Council of Women’s Organization

Bettina Hager, National Women’s Political Caucus

George Barker, Senator Representing Virginia’s 39th District

Laura Mills, CODEPINK

Mara Keisling, National Center for Transgender Equality

Rev. Charles McKenzie, Rainbow Push Coalition-Florida

Sandy Oestreich, National Equal Rights Amendment Alliance

Lisa Maatz, American Association of University Women

Nadine Smith, Equality Florida

Lucy Beard, Alice Paul Institute

Chelsea Strayer, Mormons for ERA

Soraya Chemaly, Feminist Writer

Andrea Gleaves, Women’s Information Network

Kimberely Johnson, Rock the Slut Vote

Holly Kearl, Stop Street Harrassment

Jodi Renee Thomas, The Well Written Woman

Kamala Lopez, Executive Director E.R.A. Education Project, Filmaker

Ben Atherton-Zeman, National Organization of Men Against Sexism

ENTERTAINERS

Ruth Rasby

The Reformed Whores

Emma’s Revolution

Dance of the Dying

The Sweater Set

Ben Atherton-Zeman

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Press Release August 10

noreply@blogger.com (JenniSiri) — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 22:40:00 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Jessica DelBalzo, Media Coordinator, We Are Woman
Email: jdelbalzo13@gmail.com
Date: August 10, 2012

RE: We Are Woman National Rally for Women’s Rights Scheduled for August 18, 2012

Washington, D.C. - In less than two weeks, a grassroots organization called We Are Woman will bring thousands of women, men, and children from across the United States to Washington for a national rally in support of women’s rights, illustrating the power of women and their allies to fight back against what can only be described as a national war on women. The rally will take place on the West Lawn of the Capitol from 11am-4pm.

Beginning with just a few like-minded individuals, We Are Woman has grown in strength and number to receive support and participation from Planned Parenthood, as well as endorsements from NOW, Feminist Majority, the American Association of University Women, CODEPINK, the National Council of Women’s Organizations and its ERA Task Force, the National ERA Alliance, Rock the Slut Vote, the Rainbow Push Coalition-Florida, Moms Rising, and many other groups and individuals. The organization’s most recent endorsement comes from the Coalition of Labor Union Women.

The list of prominent speakers recently expanded to include Bonnie Grabenhofer, the Executive Vice President of NOW and Laura Meyers, CEO of Planned Parenthood in Washington D.C. Previously confirmed speakers include Mara Keisling of the National Center for Transgender Equality, Virginia’s 7th district congressional candidate Wayne Powell, Sandy Oestreich of the National ERA Alliance, and Virginia Senator George Barker. Roberta Francis of the ERA Task Force will be speaking with Bettina Hager of the National Women’s Political Caucus. Musical performances and comedy will round out the event, and additional artists and activists are signing on daily.

We Are Women’s co-founders met online earlier this year, bonding over shared disgust with the political establishment and the mistreatment of women by congressional representatives, state legislators, governors, and political pundits. Inspired by Erin Nanasi’s viral video, “We Are Warriors,” they began organizing immediately.

They explain, “This rally is our way of standing up to say, ‘No more!’ to the war on women. We are strong, powerful, loving, and brave. We are America. We are Woman.”

The rally will center around three prominent themes which include reproductive rights, equal pay, and the necessity of the Equal Rights Amendment to secure these freedoms for women now and in the future. Speakers from all walks of life will be providing education regarding current and proposed policies that disproportionately, negatively affect women. Informed voting is expected to be a hot topic given November’s critical presidential and congressional elections.

What started as a few women with an idea has quickly turned into a national movement. The co-founders have released a statement saying, “We will be heard. On August 18, we will stand together and tell the world that American women are a political force to be reckoned with.”

They add, “Come join us, if not for yourself, then for your mother, or your sister, or your daughter. For the future.”

For more information about the rally, visit http://www.wearewoman.us.

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