Local Groups
ERA NOW - Equal Rights Association
The Equal Rights Association (ERA NOW) began meeting following the 2016 election and was officially established as a nonpartisan, grassroots 501(c)(4) non-profit in 2019. Mission: To show up, stand up, and speak up for equal rights for all. Vision: We envision a respectful, just, and interconnected society. Principles: • We believe in fostering civil discourse and listening to different perspectives even if we disagree. • We believe in positive resistance to injustices and threats to our personal freedoms. • We believe education and learning about important issues is a key step to positive progress. • We believe in empowering and advocating for those experiencing injustice. • We believe building relationships and working together are best practices. • We believe in supporting local issues and public servants that are in harmony with the mission, vision, and principles of ERA NOW. FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/eranow.equalrightsassociation FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/ERANOW.EqualRightsAssociation IG: https://www.instagram.com/eranow.equalrightsassociation/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@eranow.equalrightsassociation Newsletter sign up: https://eepurl.com/dDOcH5
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Good Trouble
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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Darke County Democratic & Independent Woman’s Group
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to: * Educate, Empower and Energize citizens. * Promote principles of Democracy, Equality and Human Rights.
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Advocates, Allies & Activists - Cleveland
By centering the experiences of marginalized communities, especially communities of color, we work to educate, empower, and enable confident and constructive civic engagement to advocate for change and protect our democracy. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE: https://cread.my.canva.site/advocates-allies-and-activists "The strength and richness of democracy lie in the harmony of diverse voices, not the dominance of one." - Aloo Denish Obiero
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Double Joy & Trouble
Our group will focus on positive changes in politics, including supporting public education, What joy is found in being part of a group doing things that support and help others who need a voice.
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Haven from Harm
This network is uniting to support marginalized members of our New Haven-area community. We advocate for the rights of children and families. We partner with other progressive groups in the area, including: Integrated Schools - Hamden (instagram.com/integratedschoolshamden). Seeking more partner organizations so that we can better respond to needs in our area.
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Traveling Torch: Digital Nomads for Democracy
The Traveling Torch is a collective of digital nomads and modern adventurers dedicated to protecting and promoting democracy, justice, and freedom. Inspired by the spirit of Good Trouble, we follow in the footsteps of those who have fought for equality and liberty, using our voices, actions, and journeys to challenge injustice and ignite meaningful change. As torchbearers of democratic values, we travel across the nation to engage communities, amplify diverse stories, and build networks of hope and resistance. Wherever the road takes us, we stand united in lighting the way for a brighter, more just future.
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Knitty Gritty JC
The Knitty Gritty JC is a women led group in Jersey City resisting and persisting through education and action to strengthen our democracy. Join us to build community power. https://www.facebook.com/TheKnittyGrittyJC/ https://www.instagram.com/knittygrittyjc? Knitty Gritty JC wants to expand and connect with the larger community working together to strengthen our democracy.
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OJR Common Ground
OJR Common Ground — Every Story Matters OJR Common Ground is a nonpartisan, grass-roots organization of concerned citizens. We believe every student in our district should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and feel safe at school. Our mission is simple, to build a stronger, more vibrant community where we find the common ground on the issues that matter most. We believe in working across political divides and fostering collaboration because, in the end, we are all neighbors, friends, and families with a shared interest in making our community stronger. We believe in a future where dialogue and collaboration lead the way. Please visit us on our website at: www.ojrcommonground.com Also you can follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ojrcommonground
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BADASH Women
We can't do everything individually, but collectively we're a force. Our current political environment can seem more than discouraging, so we need to be reminded that we have the power to push through and make things better. Hence our name: Building Awareness, Defining Action, Sustaining Hope.
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