Dallas-Fort Worth organizers and community members prepare to march for social justice to build a future all Americans can be proud of.
Led by the guiding principle that Women’s Rights are Human Rights, the Women’s March on Washington – Texas is encouraging those who feel the current political climate has threatened inclusion and diversity to join the “Women’s March on Washington” movement.
On Jan. 21, 2017 participants will unite in Washington, D.C. for the Women’s March on Washington. Additionally, a sister event is being organized in Austin, TX. Those interested in attending the March on Washington are encouraged to visit here for details on travel, fundraising, volunteer opportunities and ongoing community organizing regarding January’s March and beyond.
“On Nov. 9, 2016, Americans woke up to a toxic new reality that threatens the civil liberties of many communities across our great nation,” said Melissa Fiero, State Coordinator for Women’s March on Washington – Texas. “With this, an organic movement began, and a collective voice is rising up clearly stating that we aren’t willing to undo the valuable progress we’ve made as a nation. This march is not a protest of any one party or person, but rather a movement for unity, diversity and social justice.”
The Women’s March on Washington began with a core group of activists and has expanded to include a diverse group of women seasoned in event planning and community organizing. A statement from national organizers says, “In the spirit of democracy and honoring the champions of human rights, dignity, and justice who have come before us, we join in diversity to show our presence in numbers too great to ignore. The Women’s March on Washington will send a bold message to our new administration on their first day in office, and to the world that women’s rights are human rights. We stand together, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us.”
Another sister event will be held in Denton on January 21 on the square from noon-2. All welcome.
Thank you for the info Ann!
Buses are being organized to go to Austin by the North Dallas Texas Democratic Women. Cost is only $35.00 round trip. Link to sign up is: http://ndtdw.com/bus-to-womens-march-austin/
I live in Arlington,TX and want to hook up with Fort Worth group marching to Austin.
Please send email address or phone number.
Thank you Lena!
Hello,
I am attempting to find the map and instructions for Austin March. Please email or provide details on location of map.
I will be attending the March in Austin. I work for the Athens Daily Review Newspaper. Is there any reason I would need a media pass to be able to interview people who are participating in the rally in Austin.
I do not believe you will – simply have a media pass and I am sure plenty of women will be willing to talk to you.
Where and when is the Sister March in Austin??
Thanks!
Hi you can find the latest info here: https://northdallasgazette.com/2017/01/10/dallas-women-join-forces-womens-march-washington-austin/
I am trying to get in bus from Houston to Austin for march on 21st. Are there any seats? I marched in DC in 60’s.
So is there really not an ACTUAL sister march in Dallas????? What about the 1000’s of people that want to march but can’t get to Austin that day????? We anticipate over 500 people in Wichita KS alone. I suggested my sister go to the one in Dallas, but I am not finding one. PLEASE tell me I’m wrong. Can’t wait to hear back from you on this.
Sorry there is no march in Dallas.
I found the Dallas March – State Representative Victoria Neave invites you to a Dallas area Women’s March, Rally and Mega Phone Bank co-hosted by: Planned Parenthood Dallas AFLCIO
Join us on January 21 for a Women’s Rally and Mega-Phonebank, co-hosted by State Representative-Elect Victoria Neave, Planned Parenthood, Texas Young Democrats, Dallas Coalition of Black Democrats, Dallas County East Democrats, and Dallas AFL-CIO. We’ll be meeting at 10 AM at the CWA Local 6215 – 1408 N. Washington Ave., Dallas 75204. https://www.facebook.com/events/751297281690793/?ti=icl
more info on FB
Thank you very much for sharing!