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RI Council for Humanities Awards Over $150K to 15 Public Projects & Documentary Films

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Friday, April 16, 2021. || The Rhode Island Council for the Humanities has announced major grant awards to 15 public projects and documentary films that showcase the power of the humanities to connect communities and strengthen civil society. “This past year has presented so many obstacles to humanities organizations, to scholars, and to artists. Nevertheless, this community … [Read more...] about RI Council for Humanities Awards Over $150K to 15 Public Projects & Documentary Films

H5929: Doula Care

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Dear House Finance Committee, My name is Tammy Brown. I am on the board of directors of The Womxn Project. The Womxn Project, a statewide organization working to center the people most impacted by injustice and to leverage the collective strength of the community to eliminate systems of oppressions. As we prepare for a hearing to talk about Black maternal health, we must … [Read more...] about H5929: Doula Care

Strong Opposition to H5552, H5579, H5037, and H5582: Inflammatory claims about how labor and delivery care and how abortion care is provided

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My name is Daria Lyric Montaquila. I am on the board of directors for The Womxn Project.  The Womxn Project is a statewide organization focused on leveraging the power of art, activism, advocacy and education to advance the principles of reproductive justice, which demands that we all have the right to determine when and how we build our relationships, families and futures and … [Read more...] about Strong Opposition to H5552, H5579, H5037, and H5582: Inflammatory claims about how labor and delivery care and how abortion care is provided

Oppose H.5865 & H.5996: Which could take away all access to abortion as early as 6-8 weeks

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My name is Tammy Brown. I am on the board of directors for The Womxn Project.  The Womxn Project is a statewide organization focused on leveraging the power of art, activism, advocacy and education to advance the principles of reproductive justice, which demands that we all have the right to determine when and how we build our relationships, families and futures and that we … [Read more...] about Oppose H.5865 & H.5996: Which could take away all access to abortion as early as 6-8 weeks

Support of H5683: Meet the needs of low-income Rhode Islanders by making critical changes to the RI Works program

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My name is Jocelyn Foye. I am the Director of The Womxn Project. The Womxn Project is a statewide organization focused on leveraging the power of art, activism, advocacy and education to advance the principles of reproductive justice, which demands that we all have the right to determine when and how we build our relationships, families and futures and that we have the ability … [Read more...] about Support of H5683: Meet the needs of low-income Rhode Islanders by making critical changes to the RI Works program

PR: Activists Denounce State House Attacks on Abortion Access

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 8, 2021 Contact:    Jocelyn Foye [email protected] 714-501-9863 cell Activists Denounce State House Attacks on Abortion Access The Womxn Project calls on lawmakers to oppose bills to ban abortion before most people even know that they are pregnant and legislation pushing lies about providers. [Providence, RI] - Statement from The … [Read more...] about PR: Activists Denounce State House Attacks on Abortion Access

Reproductive rights advocate Caroline Morgan, uncloaked

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By Austin Bailey for the Arkansas Times | April 6, 2021  |||  Pocahontas native Caroline Jackson Morgan fled for bluer pastures a few years ago, moving her family to Rhode Island for an East Coast reprieve from the South’s rightward march. While there, Morgan joined the Red Cloak Society and successfully lobbied to codify the legal right to abortion in the state. In 2020 … [Read more...] about Reproductive rights advocate Caroline Morgan, uncloaked

Abortion Under Attack in RI!

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While we have been working hard to protect the right to abortion in Rhode Island and expand abortion access for low-income individuals and state employees, the anti-abortion folks have introduced SIX DIFFERENT BILLS being heard this Friday, April 9 at 2 pm that could impact – or even take away – access to abortion completely.  We need to SHUT DOWN THESE BILLS! H 5865 and H … [Read more...] about Abortion Under Attack in RI!

Testify 101 Workshop

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We know you know how important it is to DEMAND action and engage with our elected officials. But couldn’t we all use some pointers on how to be more effective advocates? In partnership with the National Women’s Law Center, The Womxn Project co-hosted a (virtual) testimony writing workshop and social hour! Join the guest speaker, Peshka Calloway, as she gives an amazing … [Read more...] about Testify 101 Workshop

Testimony in opposition to H. 6070: An Act Relating to Education Curriculum

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My name is Barbara Colt. I am a Board Member and the volunteer registered lobbyist of The Womxn Project. I am testifying in vehement opposition to H. 6070. This bill would restrain the speech of our educators to the detriment of our society. The Womxn Project is a statewide organization focused on leveraging the power of art, activism, advocacy, and education to advance the … [Read more...] about Testimony in opposition to H. 6070: An Act Relating to Education Curriculum

(AUDIO INTERVIEW) Arts First in Organizing: Meet The Womxn Project

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Red Cloaks Radio (podcast) | 3/26/2021 Inspiration for activists! Tune in for Part 1 of an energizing conversation with Jordan Banick and Jocelyn Foye from The Womxn Project, a Rhode Island organization working to build a strong, feminist, community-based movement to further human rights of Rhode Islanders by using art and activism to advance education and social change. … [Read more...] about (AUDIO INTERVIEW) Arts First in Organizing: Meet The Womxn Project

Testimony in favor of S.62: Confidentiality of patient’s information in the explanation of benefits (EOBs) that are provided by insurance companies

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My name is Barbara Colt. I am on the board of directors for The Womxn Project.  The Womxn Project is a statewide organization focused on leveraging the power of art, activism, advocacy and education to advance the principles of reproductive justice, which demands that we all have the right to determine when and how we build our relationships, families and futures and that we … [Read more...] about Testimony in favor of S.62: Confidentiality of patient’s information in the explanation of benefits (EOBs) that are provided by insurance companies

Testimony in Support of S.251: Ensures access to free menstrual products in prisons

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My name is Barbara Colt. I am on the board of directors for The Womxn Project.  The Womxn Project is a statewide organization focused on leveraging the power of art, activism, advocacy and education to advance the principles of reproductive justice, which demands that we all have the right to determine when and how we build our relationships, families and futures and that we … [Read more...] about Testimony in Support of S.251: Ensures access to free menstrual products in prisons