Grand Rapids

Join Mothering Justice as we gather to discuss what's on the horizon for West Michigan this upcoming year. We will bring attendees up to speed on Earned Paid Sick Time legislation and also have some dialogue around what that work will look like moving forward. We will also highlight the Mamas Agenda as well as opportunities for women and mothers to partner with us in our advocacy.

Food and childcare provided. Transportation can possibly be arranged by calling LaTarro at 616-570-7320 or by email latarro@motheringjustice.org.

3/27/19 Grand Rapids Activist Night: State of Roe and Title X
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM, Grand Rapids Health Center
Kavanaugh, the 2018 Election and the Title X Gag Rule – what does this all mean for Planned Parenthood and where do we go from here? Join Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan at the Planned Parenthood Irwin/Martin Health Center for an evening of discussing the biggest issues on our plate and the ways in which we are planning to take ACTION in 2019 to help protect access to safe, affordable and comprehensive reproductive healthcare.

On March 15th, 2019 Michigan will join the movement and strike to show the climate crisis is the most important issue humanity faces. Strikes will be taking place all across America along with over 40 countries across the globe! If you care about the future of our planet please join us!

In 2018, Michigan voters and Voters Not Politicians made history by passing a redistricting reform amendment with 61% of the vote to end gerrymandering.

Join Voters Not Politicians at a Democracy Reform Town Hall to learn more about Michigan’s new redistricting process and how you can participate. The group will also discuss other critical democracy reform issues to strengthen the democratic process through citizen action in Michigan. We'll be meeting in the John F. Donnelly Conference Center.

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Rapid Response been doing solidarity work for two whole years - let's celebrate our victories against the violence of ICE!

We'll share food and stories, and there will be time to hear about plans for future work.

We'll bring the main dishes - please bring sides, desserts, and beverages to share. BYOB - alcohol is allowed.

Can't wait to see all your faces!

https://www.facebook.com/events/296232231049141/

The Kent County Dems are hosting a Dems meet up at City Built Brewing! Come ready to eat, drink, and talk all things Democrats. Let's celebrate that we have more in common than we have differences!

https://www.facebook.com/events/552000115304033/

Now that the 2018 elections are over and Michigan's 100th Legislative session has begun, you may find yourself asking "What comes next?" Join PWA as we welcome Rep. Jon Hoadley to answer this and many other pressing questions!

Rep. Hoadley is an exciting third term legislator who represents MI-60 (Kalamazoo) and fights passionately for Michigan's students, the environment, LGBTQ rights, and non-partisan redistricting. He will address important issues such as:

Are you feeling troubled by what's happening in our world today and want to get more involved with the issues you care about, but maybe aren't sure how or where to start? Well, this is the event for you! Come to learn more about what issues nonprofits are working on in the area and how you can get involved. Topics may include: racism, environmental justice, healthcare, and LGBTQ issues.

In 2019, we're building the public support for the Green New Deal so that we can elect a candidate that champions it in 2020, make it law in 2021. Livestream watching parties will take place across the country in February in order to bring even more people into the fight and get everyone ready to move forward together.

Progressives, we need you!! Grand Rapids United Progressives has arranged to charter a bus from Great Lakes Motorcoach for the MDP Convention at Cobo Hall in Detroit on February 2nd. YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF THE MICHIGAN DEMOCRATIC PARTY FOR 30 DAYS PRIOR TO FEB. 2ND TO VOTE! Those wishing to ride the bus are to report to the park and ride north of Gravity Taphouse Grille located on the East Beltline and 96. The bus departs at 5:00 a.m., so try to get there by 4:45 a.m. and plan to bring a lunch and something to drink, as purchasing lunch at Cobo is pretty expensive.