What’s Up WofA Week of 12.07.2025

Note: These emails are sent weekly and include timely information and links, which may expire over time. 

December 9, 2025

Wednesday, December 10th  7:00pm  Washington, DC

13th Annual National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence

More Information HERE

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 

Friday, December 12th  12:00pm

Power Lunch RSVP

Echoing the theme “Make new friends but keep the old, one is silver and the other gold,” this week’s Friday Power Lunch will feature an extended run time to accommodate a full lineup of guests:

– Leah Greenberg, @indivisibleguide Co-Executive Director

– David Pepper, author of Laboratories of Autocracy and writer of the Substack Pepperspectives

– Rachel Bitecofer, political scientist, election forecaster, strategist, and co-author of Hit ’Em Where It Hurts

– Tom Bonier, data analyst, CEO of TaraGroup, and Senior Advisor at TargetSmart

Tuesday, December 16th, 5:00pm – Virtual

Safeguarding the Midterms – with Marc Elias and John Bisognano

Join Volunteer Blue at a special Zoom session, Safeguarding the Midterms: Republican Threats to the ’26 Elections and What We Can Do About It. RSVP and Info HERE

Tuesday, December 16th 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Zoom Training on VA State Budget Process and Advocacy

Virginia’s next state budget will need to take into consideration massive cuts and expensive regulatory requirements at the federal level that will dramatically reduce funds for and access to health, food security, and education. Grassroots advocacy during the January-March 2026 General Assembly session will be important to informing final budget decisions. The training will be led by Freddy Mejia, Policy Director, The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis. Luisa Boyarski will serve as moderator. Sponsors: The Virginia Grassroots Coalition’s Legislative Working Group and the We of Action VA (WofAVA) Abolitionist Working Group. [Please note:  We request that you not share this invitation publicly because we would like to limit the audience to those who are active in legislative advocacy and known within  existing networks.  Therefore if you are spreading the word please use private channels] RSVP 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.  More Advocacy Day Issues HERE

Friday, December 19th – Final Submission Date

WofA Year End Project

  • Send any pictures and/or videos that you want included in our year end video to Chris . 
  •  Think No Kings 1 & 2, Hands Off, Get out the Vote efforts, bridge brigades, craftivism, etc.
  • Vertical photos and videos are BEST, but horizontal photos and videos are welcomed
  • Where to Send?  Direct Message any of our social media accounts or email me at [email protected]

NEW 

WofA December 8th Membership Meeting on Youtube!

Did you miss our membership meeting this past Monday because you’re so busy taking action for hardworking Virginians and our families? No worries! Watch the entire recorded meeting on our YouTube channel to find out more ways you can take peaceful, meaningful action with WofA. Link HERE

VGC Legislative Priorities Letter Delivered!

Please see the  VGC 2026 Legislative Priorities Letter  sent to the Virginia General Assembly, by the Virginia Grassroots Coalition.  If you would like to get involved in one/more of the Legislative Working Groups, please contact the following (list is not exhaustive) – if you are interested in a topic that is not listed, please contact [email protected]

Advocacy and Lobby Days List HERE

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. 

ONGOING

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

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 

Bonus Interview: State Senator Danica Roem on 2025 and Beyond

Episode 39: Ben Tribbett Returns

Interview with Chaz Nuttycombe – What State Navigate Got Right

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.org

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

Virginia Grassroots Coalition

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