What’s Up WofA ~ Week of 04.12.2026
Note: These emails are sent weekly and include timely information and links, which may expire over time.
VOTE YES * REDISTRICTING * NOW thru APRIL 21st
Highest Priority!!! Visibility & Phone Banks – Latest Actions
We are coming down to the wire and many are still unsure what the Referendum means and how they should vote. We need to reach these people now! Please choose a visibility or phone bank shift today. If the dates/times don’t work for you, see additional options below.
Vote YES – Phone Banks Galore! Celebrity Phone Banks
Every night someone New! Each Zoom phone bank starts with a special guest host to get us inspired and energized to make calls a half hour later. Training for newcomers and ongoing support will be available during every phone bank. If you’ve never used a dialer before, consider watching this video ahead of time. List of Guest Hosts and Sign Up HERE
Call Black Voters in Virginia – Center for Common Ground
We are calling black voters in Virginia and encouraging them to vote in the upcoming special election and providing resources that make it easier to check where they are registered and find the voting information they need. Sign Up HERE
WofA Visibility Corners & Metros
WofA has been actively promoting Vote YES through Visibility Actions near early voting satellite locations and Metro stations across Arlington. These efforts are proving highly impactful – reaching voters that other forms of outreach often miss. Grab some friends and make it a party! We’ll be out with Vote YES signage, informing and helping to guide people to Early Voting locations. Costumes and high energy are welcome! Shift Times and Sign Up HERE
Indivisible is launching Neighbor2Neighbor (N2N)
Indivisible’s unique door knocking program, to get us across the finish line!
- N2N provides you with a list of 10 like-minded voters in your community. All you need to do is remind them to Vote Yes before April 21st!
- You will receive a script as well as a one page flyer. Print out the flyer and talk with your list of neighbors based on your schedule.
- N2N does not compete or conflict with existing canvassing efforts. You can volunteer with other organizations and then meet with one or two of the neighbors on your N2N list on your way home!
You don’t need to download an app, you just need to use the link below to get started! This link is active now, so if you have used N2N before, or if you feel comfortable with the script and flyer, you can get started today! Sign Up and Info HERE
VA Voter Protection – Poll Observers Needed!
We need coverage on the following dates:
• Saturday, April 18
• Tuesday, April 21
Even one shift makes a difference. If you’re able to serve, please sign up using the link below. Once you do, we’ll send you your assigned time and location along with all the training materials you’ll need. Sign Up Here → Google Form Link
Poll Greeters Needed – Fairfax
Poll Greeters for Fairfax Early Voting
Poll Greeters for Fairfax Election Day
Poll Greeters Needed – Arlington
Arlington Dems are prioritizing 7–10 AM and 4–7 PM shifts but also need midday coverage. No experience required—materials, guidance, and optional training are provided. Sign up HERE
Vote YES Canvassing (including Non-Contact Lit Drops)
These efforts are working. Canvassing has been especially impactful with “friendly doors,” and updated dialers are making phonebanking easy and efficient. Every conversation matters. Every door matters. Please sign up for a shift – or two, or three! Daily! Various Times and Shifts throughout Virginia – Sign Up HERE
Vote YES Resources
- Extensive Vote YES Resources and Actions HERE
- Vote Early iwillvote.com
- Download and Print Vote YES Flyer with: Talking Points; Early Voting Info; Resource Info – all with QR codes. Be sure to scale to 100% and select “Double-sided” prior to printing. Find Flyer HERE Vote YES Spanish Flyer HERE
- Visit VoteYES.us for additional information; free graphics and more
UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIONS
Now thru May 9th -16th
WofA for Action Auction
Thank you for the generous contributions to our spring online auction, which will be May 9-16th. We are raising money for our good trouble efforts! Sample contributions include a pontoon cruise of Lake Barcroft with your friends and beverages of choice, homebaked goods delivered to your doorstep, a custom pet portrait, gift card to Immigrant Food, gardening assistance, math tutoring, and a limited edition Lego globe. Even a September week on Cape Cod!
If you would like to donate either your time, a service, or an item like tickets, artwork or something unopened you have at home, please fill out this form and someone will reach out to confirm your donation and finalize all the steps. Please consider donating before April 25th
Monday, April 13th – Arlington 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Town Hall with Arlington Legislators
Join Virginia State Senators Barbara Favola (SD-40) and Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (SD-39) and Delegates Patrick Hope (HD-1), Adele McClure (HD-2) and Alfonso Lopez (HD-3) for an update on the 2026 legislative session. For details and to submit questions, please see HERE
Friday, April 17th, 12:00pm
Power Lunch RSVP
Sunday, April 19th 1:30pm – 2:30pm
RRC NoVa ( Rapid Response Choir Northern Virginia) Rehearsal
The next RRC NoVa ( Rapid Response Choir Northern Virginia) rehearsal is scheduled from 1:30pm to 2:30 pm at the Clarendon Presbyterian Church, 1305 N Jackson St, Arlington, VA. Parking is available behind the church on N Irving St. If you need more information, please contact Bob at: [email protected]
Monday, April 27th 6:45pm – 8:00pm
WofA Membership Meeting
Join us for our monthly meeting on April 27. All are welcome!
RSVP HERE
Friday, May 1st
May Day Actions – Mark your calendars – more to come!
Saturday, May 2nd 1:30-3:30pm
Zine Folding Party – Arlington
Please join us to fold zines (small informational booklets) and discuss ways we can all work together to stand up for our immigrant neighbors. Hope you can join us! RSVP HERE (address provided upon sign up)
Sunday, May 3rd
Rapid Response Choir NoVA Practice
The May 2026 RRC Arlington practices will be held at the Clarendon Presbyterian Church, 1305 N Jackson St, Arlington, VA 22201, from 1:30-2:30 pm on Sunday, May 3rd and Sunday, May 17th. The parking lot is behind the church on N Irving Street. Questions: email Bob at: [email protected]
Sunday, May 17th
Rapid Response Choir NoVA Practice
The May 2026 RRC Arlington practices will be held at the Clarendon Presbyterian Church, 1305 N Jackson St, Arlington, VA 22201, from 1:30-2:30 pm on Sunday, May 3rd and Sunday, May 17th. The parking lot is behind the church on N Irving Street. Questions: email Bob at: [email protected]
IMMIGRATION
More than 300 Arlingtonians have been abducted by ICE.
Take action to protect and support our immigrant neighbors – sign up for our Direct Action Team HERE
Support our Immigrant Communities Training
The New Virginia Majority (NVM) Solidarity Committee connects Virginia residents with citizenship or documentation privileges who want to support immigrant communities with meaningful action opportunities. First, you fill out this form so you can be safely vetted, then you will be given sign-up links to trainings
Mutual Aid
An important part of caring for our immigrant neighbors is ensuring they have the resources necessary to survive. We have several mutual aid requests that have come through trusted partners.
- Miss Grace’s husband was detained in February, leaving her to provide and care for their two children. To help Grace, please donate here.
- Pablo is being deported back to his home country. To help provide funds to re-unite him with his daughter and rebuild his life, please donate here.
- Mr. N is a longtime Fairfax resident who is now unable to find stable employment and is struggling to pay bills. To assist Mr. N, please donate here.
WofA’s Bystander Guide & Zine
WofA has produced an excellent video and zine that act as a bystander’s guide for our community allies here in northern Virginia. This video is NOT intended to be legal advice. Please see our immigration page on our website for more information and resources HERE
Watch Neighbors Helping Neighbors: A Bystander’s Guide for Allies
Print and Share the Accompanying Zine Here (print double-sided at 100%): Link HERE
Join us on May 2nd, 1:30-3:30 to fold zines at our folding party by registering HERE.
Boycott Measures
- WofA loves local! We encourage you to shop local to support area businesses, including our many immigrant-run businesses. See WofA’s social media for a list of local businesses and to share your favorites!
- We encourage you to follow the steps here to let Home Depot know to keep ICE raids away from their stores.
- Read our open letter to the local Home Depot at Seven Corners here and feel free to use it as a sample to send your own .
If you have a boycotting idea (no idea is too small!) or would like to join our brainstorming team, please fill out this form.
WofA ACTIONS
WofA Community Chat
Request to Join a chat here:
Join WofA’s Visibility Brigade – Sun, Tues and Wed.
Join WofA’s Bridge Brigade! We’ll meet on an overpass near you, sharing timely and 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]
Bridge Brigades are at the following times:
Sunday 3:00pm – 4:30 pm
Tuesday 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Wednesday 12:00pm -1:30pm
People Powered Choir – Rapid Response Choir NoVA Interest
We want to launch a longer-term people power choir depending on interest. No singing voice? No problem. Just come, have fun and remind our neighbors of what joy and kindness look like. Email Bob at: [email protected]
RESOURCES & NEWS SOURCES
Spreadsheet of Current and Future Local Actions & Resistance Events
State Navigate Virginia Election Data and More
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.
PFLAG Connects Monthly Meetings times and more
ONGOING
Tesla Tuesday!
Tuesdays 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 2710 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
Upcoming Advocacy Events, Lobby Days and Elections
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
