What’s Up WofA Week of 11.23.2025
Note: These emails are sent weekly and include timely information and links, which may expire over time.
Friday, November 28th – Monday, December 1st
We Ain’t Buying It Campaign
Ahead of the holiday shopping season, “We Ain’t Buying It”, along with Indivisible, 50501 and other orgs, urges all consumers to avoid shopping at Target, Amazon and Home Depot until these major retailers cease collaborating with and enabling this administration’s harmful policies. We will invest our collective dollars in Black, minority, and immigrant-owned businesses, small and local shops and retailers that have stood firm for the rights and freedom of the American people.
How To Take Action:
- Full Black Out: Don’t buy anything from major stores capitulating to this administration’s policies during the week of Nov 28 – Dec 1. Use the time and money to connect with those you love and rediscover what matters.
- Redirect Spending: Skip the companies undermining democracy. Shop small, local, or with businesses affirming our humanity. See List of Local Businesses & Holiday Markets HERE
- Take the Pledge: Pledge to be a conscious consumer.
- Amplify: Spread the word. Share the message in conversation and online.
More info on We Ain’t Buyin It HERE
Saturday, November 29th – Sunday, November 30th
Small Business Weekend – Arlington/Falls Church
List of participating businesses and Holiday Markets HERE
Monday, December 1st, 12:00 – Deadline
Arlington County Government Advisory Panel – Please Comment!
The Arlington County Board is reviewing a draft charter that would create a Form of Government Advisory Panel, and we want to ensure residents have a meaningful opportunity to weigh in. If you would like your comments to be reviewed and considered as part of the next draft, please submit them by Monday, December 1, at noon.
Draft Charter HERE
Share your feedback by Dec. 1 at noon: HERE
Learn more HERE
Monday, December 1st – Deadline
Apply to Brady’s TeamENOUGH Youth Advocacy Training
Team ENOUGH, Brady’s youth-led initiative, has opened applications for its Youth Advocacy Training Program in Virginia (and Florida). This six-week, hands-on program trains young people (ages 13–26) to meet with lawmakers, advocate for GVP legislation, and develop leadership skills. Apply HERE
Friday, December 5th 12:00pm
Power Lunch – Special Guest – Elaine Luria, Candidate CD2!
Register HERE
Monday, December 8th 6:45pm – 7:45pm
WofA Monthly Membership Meeting via Zoom
Please join our zoom call to welcome new members, reflect on November’s Election, plot out what is in store going forward and join in on the discussion re: the Virginia General Assembly’s legislative efforts for the 2026 session and how you can support . More details to follow. Zoom Link HERE Mandatory RSVP HERE
Wednesday, December 10th 7:00pm Washington, DC
13th Annual National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence ›
Wednesday, December 10th 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Intro to Advocacy with FCNL
Join the Friends Committee on National Legislation for an engaging and informative session on how you can effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to you. At FCNL, we believe in the power of grassroots advocacy to bring about positive change, and we’re excited to share valuable insights and strategies with you. Register HERE
Tuesday, December 18th
International Migrants Day
Monday, January 19th
MLK Vigil & Advocacy Day in Richmond
Mark your calendars for Monday, January 19, for the annual MLK Vigil & Advocacy Day in Richmond. Details on bus transportation and a virtual prep meeting to go over the firearms bills (early December) will follow. Even if you plan to attend the Moms Demand Action Advocacy Day, please also plan to join Brady and other GVP orgs at the MLK event — strong turnout at both underscores the urgency of GVP to all legislators.
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Shop Local List HERE
Holiday Caroling – with Updated Resistance Lyrics
Want to sing holiday carols with “updated” lyrics of resistance? Join the WOFA Caroling Capers as we pop up at malls and street corners near you with “I’m Dreaming of Universal Healthcare!” “Jingle Bells, Corruption Smells.” No singing voice? No problem. Just come, have fun and remind our neighbors of what joy and kindness look like. Email Maria at [email protected]. Maria and Bob K. look forward to organizing a rehearsal or two and then off we go in December. We also want to launch a longer-term people power choir depending on interest.
Call to Action – Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs)
Write to your State Delegate and Senator to ensure neither they nor their colleagues bring forth legislation to expand automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) in the Commonwealth of Virginia during the 2026 legislative session in January. Link to letter HERE
ONGOING
Get involved in WofA’s Actions on Immigration and More:
WofA has been very active in the Immigration/Anti-Ice Space! Adopt a Day Labor Corner (1 hour in early morning/crews of 2-4 people); Rights Canvassing for Businesses and Communities (1-2 gratifying hours in targeted areas on your own or with groups); Rapid Response to ICE Abductions – (Mostly verification, but may entail recording. You decide.); how to join the neighborhood chalkers and many more important opportunities to truly make a difference! Find out more HERE
Join WofA’s Visibility Brigade – Tuesdays and Sundays
Join the Rush Hour Resistance! Come join us on Tuesdays 3:30 – 4:30 and Sundays, 3:30 – 4:30 on an overpass near you to assemble oversized letters made of foam board to create inspiring messages for the passing motorists below. Visibility Brigades is part of a nationwide movement to show everyday people that they are not alone in these unprecedented times. Please email Lisa to join the fun at [email protected]
Tesla Tuesday!
Tuesdays 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 2710 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
What’s the Plan – Indivisible – Thursdays 3:00pm
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. RSVP HERE
Lobby Days with Senator Warner’s Office (Monthly Zoom)
RSVP HERE
Federal Fallout
Interview with Chaz Nuttycombe – What State Navigate Got Right
Brady Executive Director, Ashley Lanz, on 2026 VA General Assembly Session
Digging into Virginia Election Data
PROTESTS, RALLIES, EVENTS and MORE
Upcoming Advocacy Events, Lobby Days and Elections
Spreadsheet of Current and Future Local Actions
5Calls.org
Mobilize
WHO TO FOLLOW and RESOURCES
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.
Federal Fallout: the latest in VA politics and more – hosted by Sam Shirazi
PFLAG Connects Monthly Meetings times and more
VPAP – for up to date election results and data
ICYMI
WofA Merchandise Shop Is Now Open! WofA Gear for Good Trouble Now Available!
We have added long-sleeve shirts and sweatshirts for all your canvassing needs! Your purchase helps support our organization!Find the latest in WofA Resistance Gear and Accessories HERE
