Whats Up WofA Week of 05/04/2025
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Now!
Part 2 of the Wake Up, Virginia Postcard Campaign has started!
We are writing to the same HD 41 residents as we did in Part 1 – women between 40-90 years, haven’t voted in the last elections and lean Republican or Democratic. The goal is to energize these women to get engaged.
Please mail your postcards as soon as you finish them and no later than June 30. If you would like to order postcards, please fill out this FORM . Within 48 hours, you will receive an email with the postcard writing instructions and the address in Arlington where you can pick up your postcards.
Tuesday, May 6th 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Tesla Tuesday! Arlington, VA
If it’s Tuesday… bring your friends and your signs – it’s a Gas!
2710 S. Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22206 INFO
Now – June 14th
Early Voting for VA Primaries Begins!
Believe it or not, Early Voting for the Virginia Primary Elections starts May 2nd! Please go to the VA Elections page to see deadlines; registration links and more.
Friday, May 9th 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Power Lunch
Saturday, May 10th 12:30pm – 3:30pm
WofA Canvass Kick-Off with Stacey Carroll and Delegates Josh Cole and Dan Helmer!
WofA will be teaming up with Stacey Carroll’s campaign for her Canvass Kick-Off. This will be a great opportunity for those new to canvassing to get their feet wet, as well as help one of WofA’s amazing Adopt a Candidates cross the finish line!
Details: Join WofA & Friends, Candidate Stacey Carroll and Delegates Josh Cole and Dan Helmer for Stacey’s Canvass Kick-Off in HoD District 64 – Stafford, VA! This canvassing portion of the event begins at 12:30pm ET, with refreshments and lunch being served prior. Before heading out, expect a brief training and then we will be on our way!
Prior to the date, please do the following:
1) Fill out/submit the WofA Google Form (helps with headcounts, car pools etc) HERE
2) RSVP with Stacie’s Campaign HERE
3) Please make sure to download Mini-Van to your phone, today at: NGPVan
Monday, May 12th 6:45pm – 7:45pm (doors open at 6:30)
WofA Membership Meeting – Meet Stacey Carroll!
Join WofA and Friends as we come together to discuss meaningful actions to fight the ongoing cruel and dangerous attempts to undermine many of our freedoms. There will be updates on WofA’s current/future actions and how you can get involved. Additionally, we will have the pleasure of hearing from the amazing WofA Adopt a Candidate, Stacey Carroll (HoD 64) and how we can help her get across the finish line (more info on Stacey, below). We’ll also hear from VA Delegate Patrick Hope (1st District) on his current campaign and what he hopes to do for his constituents in Arlington. RSVP HERE
*Please join us for some Social Time after the meeting, at O’Sullivan’s (3207 Washington Blvd., a 3-minute walk from Clarendon Presbyterian Church).
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
Meet former Federal Employees and Contractors, as well as other residents looking for new opportunities at the NEXT STEPS: Resource Expo. Share your available job opportunities and/or resources with attendees. Exhibit tables are 6 feet long and free. WIFI and electrical outlets are available. NOTE- Please register for 1 Ticket per Organization (you can add number of attendees in comments section)
Questions, email [email protected].
This event is brought to you by Arlington County Government & Employment Center, City of Alexandria Government & Workforce Development Center, George Mason University, and Virginia Career Works Alexandria/Arlington Region
Location: Mason Square Campus (3351 Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22201)
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
No Kings Protest
From Indivisible National: “THE THEME FOR THIS EVENT WILL BE “NO KINGS” AND THE NATIONAL ANCHOR EVENT WILL BE IN PHILADELPHIA, PA. Like I mentioned earlier, WE WANT EVENTS EVERYWHERE. But, the reality is: WE WANT EVENTS EVERYWHERE EXCEPT WASHINGTON DC. The plan is to give this guy’s little GI Joe Birthday Bash to get as little oxygen as possible. So, stay out of the district, and make sure to invite your friends in DC chapters to your events.”
June 27 – 29, 2025
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
Defend CDC Funding and Programs Here
More ACTIONS at: 5Calls.org
One Small Step – StoryCorps Sign Up
One Small Step brings people with different views together to record a conversation — not to debate politics — but simply to get to know each other as people. Sign Up For a Conversation Here
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
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!
Follow WofA’s Power Pack and find out more on these candidates and their districts HERE
Great Piece in Blue Virginia: Virginia House Democrats announce Battleground Slate
Stacey Carroll
https://staceycarrollforva.com
Del. Josh Cole
https://jgcole.org
Nicole Cole
https://www.nicolecole.com
Lily Franklin
https://www.lilyfordelegate.com
Now – May 10
Arlington County School Board Endorsement Vote
Now – Early Voting for VA Primaries Begins!
Believe it or not, Early Voting for the Virginia Primary Elections starts May 2nd! 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
WofA Issue Groups Sign Up
Groups are forming and meetings are being organized – make sure to use the group sign-up form to get the invite link!
Team 1 Voter Turnout & Education
Check Indivisible Actions HERE
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.
“Ukraine Defenders” DC/National Events & Resources
OTHER
Insurrection Act Explained
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 & 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
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.
Team Enough (Wednesdays)
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
Republicans in swing districts unite in ‘Purple Caucus’ ahead of Va. House races
Tracking the Implementation of Project 2025
Discounts for Federal Workers and Contractors
WashingtonianTheatre Discounts51st St News (Spreadsheet at bottom of article)
