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THE 2020 GALLERY, presented by The Public’s Radio (Uprising Category)

December 23, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

December 21, 2020  | Curated by John Bender & Sofia Rudin ||| As 2020 comes to a close we’re left asking, how do we make sense of this year like no other? We turned to Rhode Island artists for help answering this question, and 35 generously shared their work with us. When 2020 began, the Democratic presidential primary field was wide open, President Donald Trump … [Read more...] about THE 2020 GALLERY, presented by The Public’s Radio (Uprising Category)

PR: Local Advocates Decry US Policy Denying Safe Abortion Care Globally

December 17, 2020 by TWP

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 17, 2020 The Womxn Project is proud to be part of a robust coalition working to get rid of the Helms Amendment, which harms Black and Brown people around the world. (Providence, RI) - Statement by Jocelyn Foye, The Womxn Project on the 47th anniversary of the Helms Amendment, a policy that denies the use of US funds to ensure safe abortion … [Read more...] about PR: Local Advocates Decry US Policy Denying Safe Abortion Care Globally

TGIF: Ian Donnis’ politics/media roundup for November 20, 2020

November 23, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

by Ian Donnis |  November 20, 2020 |||  #4) Even under the best of circumstances, the legislative process can seem opaque to those who do not follow it closely. So what happens when members of the public do not have an opportunity to show up and testify? With luck, some degree of normalcy will return by the crunch time of the 2021 General Assembly session. For now, Jocelyn … [Read more...] about TGIF: Ian Donnis’ politics/media roundup for November 20, 2020

Advocates urge tax hike for RI’s top earners at State House rally

November 23, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

Providence Journal

The Providence Journal, by Katherine Gregg  |  Nov 21, 2020   |||| PROVIDENCE — Advocates of a "tax hike for the rich" chanted their demands outside the State House on Saturday, to the literal beat of a drum:  "Stand up. Fight back. Stand up. Fight back. ... We’re out here to take a stand. Public wealth is our demand." "Who’s got the power? 'We got the power.' What kind of … [Read more...] about Advocates urge tax hike for RI’s top earners at State House rally

PR: RI Advocates Demand Transparency, Accessibility, and Openness in the 2021 General Assembly Session

November 17, 2020 by TWP

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 17, 2020 The Womxn Project is leading an effort with a robust set of organizations to ensure that the General Assembly updates procedures to ensure safe, open, and accessible public participation.  (Providence, RI) - Statement by Jocelyn Foye, The Womxn Project, on an effort to urge the General Assembly to develop specific policies and … [Read more...] about PR: RI Advocates Demand Transparency, Accessibility, and Openness in the 2021 General Assembly Session

PR: Today We Celebrate: Womxn Project Statement on 2020 Presidential Elections

November 7, 2020 by TWP

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 7, 2020                                    Today We Celebrate: Womxn Project Statement on 2020 Presidential Elections (Providence, RI) - Statement from Jocelyn Foye on behalf of The Womxn Project: “After days of waiting and a push to make sure every vote was counted, here we are. Joe Biden will be the next president of the United States … [Read more...] about PR: Today We Celebrate: Womxn Project Statement on 2020 Presidential Elections

Senate votes to advance Barrett; confirmation expected Mon

October 26, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

By LISA MASCARO | October 25, 2020  ||| WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans voted overwhelmingly Sunday to advance Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett toward final confirmation despite Democratic objections, just over a week before the presidential election. Barrett’s confirmation on Monday was hardly in doubt, with majority Republicans mostly united in support behind … [Read more...] about Senate votes to advance Barrett; confirmation expected Mon

PR: Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Truly Lead to Provide Relief to RI Families

October 20, 2020 by TWP

The Womxn Project joins partners in calling for new leadership that truly represents womxn rights and families. (Providence, RI) – Statement by Jocelyn Foye, The Womxn Project calling for Rhode Island lawmakers to take action to provide relief to families in our state: “While candidates and their volunteers work to get out the vote, activists are endeavoring to ensure that … [Read more...] about PR: Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Truly Lead to Provide Relief to RI Families

LTE: Lawmakers must make abortion access a priority

October 16, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

Providence Journal

MY TURN, The Providence Journal |  by Tammy Brown |  October 16, 2020  ||| Rhode Island needs more affordable health care — especially affordable abortion care. The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the deep inequities in our state’s health-care system and our economy. As people across Rhode Island struggle to access the health services they need, it’s clearer than ever that we … [Read more...] about LTE: Lawmakers must make abortion access a priority

Abortion-Access Supporters Rally Outside Supreme Court During Barrett Hearing

October 14, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

Shared by Storyful || Demonstrators supporting and opposing Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett marched on the Supreme Court in Washington as her confirmation hearings continued on October 13. Video uploaded by The Womxn Project shows a line of people marching, chanting “Whose court? Our court" and “I dissent,” with some holding placards that read “No confirmation before … [Read more...] about Abortion-Access Supporters Rally Outside Supreme Court During Barrett Hearing

LTE: R.I. voters remember Justice Ginsburg and continue her work to protect reproductive rights

October 8, 2020 by TWP

Letter to the Editor | October 7, 2020 ||| This week, I helped organize a vigil for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, where over 80 Rhode Islanders gathered to celebrate her legacy as a champion for reproductive rights. But I know that this gathering was only a small sample of the many Rhode Islanders who are committed to protecting reproductive rights for all women. In our … [Read more...] about LTE: R.I. voters remember Justice Ginsburg and continue her work to protect reproductive rights

Group urges Maine Senator to keep promise opposing Supreme Court nomination

October 4, 2020 by TWP

By Carl Sisson, October 3, 2020 ||| PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — A local organization is driving to Maine, urging Republican Sen. Susan Collins to keep her promise that she’ll vote against any of President Donald Trump’s picks for the Supreme Court vacancy if the vote occurs before Election Day. Activists for The Womxn Project left Pawtucket on Saturday morning and drove to … [Read more...] about Group urges Maine Senator to keep promise opposing Supreme Court nomination

PR: The Womxn Project Headed to Maine to Push “For Justice”

October 2, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 3, 2020                                    Rhode Island Activists Head to Maine to Urge Senator Collins to Let the People Decide and Oppose a Nomination Before Inauguration The Womxn Project is joining people from across the region to converge in Portland to ensure Senator Collins keeps her word this time. (Providence, RI) - Statement by The … [Read more...] about PR: The Womxn Project Headed to Maine to Push “For Justice”

Vigil and projection for Justice Ginsberg at RI Supreme Court

September 22, 2020 by Jocelyn remote computer

UPRISE RI, September 22, 2020 | Steve Alquist ||| Around eighty people gathered in the courtyard of the Rhode Island Supreme Court on Saturday evening to pay tribute to United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg and to call upon our elected leaders to do everything in their power to prevent the confirmation of President Donald Trump‘s nominee until after the … [Read more...] about Vigil and projection for Justice Ginsberg at RI Supreme Court

Activism 101, an Interview with Jocelyn Foye and Jordan Hevenor of The Womxn Project

September 21, 2020 by TWP

Sept 23, 2020| By Kate Handley ||| Today I’m talking with two women who helped me embrace my inner activist both through their example and through the organization that they co-founded, The Womxn Project. We're talking about how activism can be fun, rewarding, and one of the great adventures of your life. … [Read more...] about Activism 101, an Interview with Jocelyn Foye and Jordan Hevenor of The Womxn Project

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The Womxn Project (TWP) is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization in Rhode Island focused on building a strong, feminist, community-based movement to further human rights of Rhode Islanders by using art and activism to advance education and social change. TWP stirs social awareness and invites political action to inclusively further womxn’s rights through creative advocacy campaigns and collaborative art projects. Read More...

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