OFFICIAL LGBTQ+ GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA'S CENTRAL COAST
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Women’s March SLO 2019 – Truth to Power
January 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
SCHEDULE & LOCATION
9am-10am – Rally at Mitchell Park, SLO
10am – March through Downtown SLO
WHY WE MARCH
On January 19, 2019, we will march along with millions of women and allies in our continuous fight for women’s rights, human rights, social and environmental justice, and for a positive and just future for all people. “When a woman tells the truth she is creating the possibility for more truth around her.” Adrienne Rich. For far too long our truth didn’t matter. We won’t be silenced, shamed, ignored or erased any longer. We march to speak truth to power, and to create space where speaking the truth is possible. In 2017 we started with the largest single day demonstration our nation has ever seen, in 2019 we bring our #TruthToPower and commit to the long-term success of our movement.
FAQs
Are all genders invited?
YES. This is about women and allies speaking our truth to those in power and bringing our truth when we are in power. All genders play an important role in creating the change we want to see.
Should I/How do I donate money? YES. Keep reading!
– Please make a donation here: https://www.fli
– Please send checks to Women’s March SLO c/o SocialGoodFund, POB 5473, Richmond, CA 94805
– This event is free to attend but costs close to $30,000 to produce. Most of this costs goes to safety personnel, permitting, insurance and road closures.
– WMSLO is a volunteer run organization. WMSLO does not receive any funding from Women’s March National (DC Chapter).
– We rely solely on donations from our community to cover the many costs associated with a mass rally and march, and to ensure it is safe and accessible to everyone in our community.
Are donations tax deductible?
YES. Women’s March SLO is a fiscally sponsored 501c3 under SocialGoodFund. Donations are 100% tax deductible. The EIN is 46-1323531
Should I RSVP? YES. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly for things like bathrooms, chairs for those that need them, water, volunteers, march length and more.
Do you need volunteers?
YES! Please sign up here: http://signup.c
Will you have merchandise?
YES – stay tuned for link.
What should I bring?
– Your own reusable water bottle
– Comfortable walking shoes
– Signs that bring your truth to those in power
What should my sign say?
This rally and march is free and open to the public. Your signs are your personal expression of bringing #TruthToPower. WMSLO does ask that signs not target any one person. That is because we follow the Kingian Principles of Non-Violence. Principle 3 states: “Attack forces of evil, not persons doing evil. The nonviolent approach helps one analyze the fundamental conditions, policies and practices of the conflict rather than reacting to one’s opponents or their personalities.t
I want people to notice my sign! Do you have suggestions?
We have noticed that signs that get the most visibility state creatively and positively what you want.
What are the Guiding Principles and Mission of WMSLO?
– WMSLO follows the Kingian Principles of Non-Violence. Click here: https://womensm
– The WMSLO Mission Statement is found here: https://womensm
Why not just march is the streets – it’s our right, right?
Women’s March SLO focuses on creating a safe space for all people regardless of age, race, religion, ability level, gender, or immigration status. We want each person to have the space to engage in #TruthtoPower without fear of reprisal or arrest. We have had success working with the City of SLO to create this safe space. Part of doing so is participating as partners in the share of cost.
Please donate here: https://www.fli
How do I get updates or get in touch?
Web: https://womensm
Facebook:@women
Twitter: @womensmarchslo
Instagram: womensmarchslo
Email: WomensMarchSLO@