Whats Up WofA – Week of May 11, 2025
Note: These emails are sent weekly and include timely information and links, which may expire over time.
Tuesday, May 13th – Wednesday May 14th
Pack the Room with Planned Parenthood!
Starting Tuesday, 5/13, members of Congress will attend hearings about proposed legislation that could “defund” Planned Parenthood and gut Medicaid by billions of dollars. Join Planned Parenthood Action Fund on May 13 and 14 to attend these hearings– we need your help to pack the rooms and show our support for essential health care! Sign up for a shift and/or drop in for however long! Sign Up Here
Now – June 14th
Early Voting for VA Primaries
Please go to the VA Elections page to see deadlines; registration links and more.
Tuesday, May 13th and Thursday, May 15th
12 Days to Democracy – Informational Meeting
Friday, May 16th 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Power Lunch
Wednesday, May 14th – 5:30pm
The Case of Dr. Badar Khan Suri
Busboys & Poets
450 K St NW, Washington, DC, 20001
May 16 – June 30
Pride Events in Arlington
In addition to World Pride 2025, there are lots of great Pride events happening in Arlington from 5/16 – 6/30! Pageants, Festivals, Robin Bell Light Projections, Flamy Grant – LIVE, LGBTQ+ Mental Health Panel and much, much more!
Find more at: Pride Month Events or Equality Arlington Events!
Saturday, May 17th 10am-12pm
Postcards in the White Parlor
We’ll be meeting at Clarendon Presbyterian Church from. BYO beverage (and a treat, if so inclined). We are sending hard hitting messages to women who lean Democrat or Republican and haven’t voted in past elections. We say “lean” in Virginia because no one registers for a party in our state. Our goal is to wake these women up to pay attention to what is happening in Virginia. The second phase of this campaign will be to follow up with these voters with postcards asking them to vote for democrats this fall.
Saturday, May 17th 12:30 – 1:30
Freedom to Be Monument Unveiling
This May, to kick off World Pride, the ACLU will unveil the Freedom To Be Monument in Washington, D.C., a powerful and living testament to trans resilience and joy. As we await the Supreme Court’s decision in the landmark trans justice case U.S. v. Skrmetti, this installation stands as a bold declaration against the rising tide of anti-trans legislation, which seeks to strip away fundamental freedoms. Join us for this historic unveiling and celebration of trans resilience, joy, and liberation.
Time: The installation will be on view from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a rally and celebration from 12:30–2:00 PM.
Location: Washington, D.C. (Exact location will be shared after RSVP)
May 23 – June 8, 2025
#WORLDPride DC 2025
Will feature a vibrant and innovative slate of events and cultural programs that will highlight the best that Washington, DC has to offer. From music to film, from the National Mall to Embassy Row, you will experience the world through Washington’s multifaceted and multi-cultural community. Info
Wednesday, May 28th, 12:30pm – 5:30pm
Next Steps: Resource Expo for Federal Employees and Contractors
Over 40 employers and service providers will be in attendance – offering sessions on Transferable Skills, Using Ai for Job Search, Activating Your Resilience for Well-Being, and more! More Info Here
Friday, June 6th 2:00pm The National Mall, Washington, D.C.
Unite 4 Veterans Rally 81st D-Day Anniversary – Washington, DC
The Unite for Veterans, Unite for America rally, scheduled for the 81st anniversary of D-Day, aims to be a nonpartisan call to preserve veterans’ jobs and benefits and promote the protection of democratic principles, according to its organizers, the Unite for Veterans Coalition, a group of veterans from various advocacy organizations
Saturday, June 14th 4:00pm – 8:00pm
No Kings! WofA Visibility Brigade
This is a local Indivisible event. Be a part of the WOFA visibility brigade! Remind commuters on their way to DC that we have NO KINGS in the USA! More Info Here
Thursday, June 19th
2nd Annual Juneteenth Community Day
This family-friendly event commemorates the emancipation of Africans whom were enslaved and honors African American culture and heritage. Join us to honor and celebrate the strength, determination, resilience, and integrity of those who weathered in the pursuit of liberation and freedom!
June 27th – 29th
9th Annual Women’s Summit – Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
Power Up To Energize, Empower, & Mobilize Your Activism. With main stage programming, breakouts, advocacy fair, surprises and delights, and ample networking opportunities, you will not want to miss this year! RSVP
CALLS TO ACTION
Subscribe (Free) to WofA’s Youtube Channel HERE
CTA: Harmful Provisions in the Republican Budget Reconciliation Bill
House Committees have been working on completing their individual portions of the budget reconciliation bill that Republicans are pushing through to enact hefty tax cuts for the wealthy and corporations. 5Calls.org
More ACTIONS at: 5Calls.org
ELECTIONS SECTION
All Things Virginia Elections: From Primaries thru November 4th Election!
Virginia Deadlines, Voter Registration and Updating; In Person Early Voting; Primary Info; and much more can be found HERE
Follow WofA’s Power Pack and find out more on these candidates and their districts HERE
Stacey Carroll
https://staceycarrollforva.com
Del. Josh Cole
https://jgcole.org
Nicole Cole
https://www.nicolecole.com
Lily Franklin
https://www.lilyfordelegate.com
Now – June 14th
Early Voting for the Virginia Primary Elections
Please go to the VA Elections page to see deadlines; registration links and more.
Interest Form Sign Up: Phonebank for Virginia HERE
ONGOING ACTIONS – updated regularly
Protests, Rallies, Calls and More
Spreadsheet of Current and Future Local Actions
Indivisible’s website has specific messages for you to communicate with your Senators and Representatives offices, and includes scripts and a form that will automatically connect your phone with their offices.
WofA Issue Groups Sign Up
Groups are forming and meetings are being organized – make sure to go to the group sign-up form to get the invite link!
Team 1 Voter Turnout & Education
OTHER
DEI
DEI Watch tracks the corporate response to DEI initiatives—who’s standing firm, who’s scaling back and who’s actively dismantling diversity efforts.
Immigration
FEDERAL WORKERS AND CONTRACTORS
We recognize the importance of supporting federal workers who are essential to our democracy. Learn how to stand up for the rights of federal employees, access resources for advocacy, and find out how you can get involved in the fight against harmful policies impacting this vital workforce.
May 28th Next Steps: Resource Expo for Federal Employees and Contractors
WashingtonianTheatre Discounts51st St News (Spreadsheet at bottom of article)
National WhistleBlower Center – Know Your Rights
Apply for UCFE (Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees)
Partnership for Public Service
ONGOING
Now – Mid May Solidarity City
Solidarity City is a month-long organizing event in the heart of Washington, DC, taking place at Columbus Circle starting on April 20. Nicknamed “Muskville,” this in-person organizing space will provide support for displaced workers and demonstrate mutual aid, as well as provide political education and organizing for collective action. More Info
Thursdays, 3:00pm What’s the Plan – Indivisible
Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and – more importantly – what’s the plan.
Wednesdays Team Enough
Are you a young person between 13 and 25 years old who is interested in taking action around preventing gun violence? Join the Team ENOUGH welcome session to learn more about the different ways you can engage RSVP
Lobby Days with Senator Warner’s Office (Monthly Zoom)
RSVP HERE
TRUSTED NEWS SOURCES
The Grassroots Connector (substack)
Trusted Sources – Downtown Nasty Women (DTNAG)
Virginia Public Access Project and The Virginia Pressroom
The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the, the series is hosted by journalist and Author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps
Sam Shirazi has a new podcast series for the 2025 Virginia Elections. It will explore races on the ballot and how what’s going on in DC will influence them.
ICYMI
Must Read! My Experience With Grassroots Efforts
Campaign Season is upon us! For those of you new to the movement, please take a minute to read this great reflective piece by WofA’s own Jessica Mott. Although published a few years ago, the content is still very current and applicable!
Subscribe (Free) to WofA’s Youtube Channel HERE
