Downtown Women for Change is a grassroots organization founded by New York women in 2016. We are committed to preserving and advancing women's rights, mentoring women who choose careers in public policy, and working to elect Democratic women who will fight for legal and accessible abortion.
POLITICAL ACTION
We support
a variety of candidates and women’s organizations with fundraising (our FundHer projects, auctions, social events, educational events, and drives), phone banking, text banking, postcarding, and petitioning.
We advocate
for specific pieces of legislation with Memos of Support, phone and text campaigns, and capital lobbying.
We work
closely with a variety of grassroots groups and coalitions--representing thousands of like-minded activists—coordinating our election and legislation work in order to amplify our voices.
See our CALENDAR FOR POLITICAL ACTION here.
This calendar is regularly updated.
Make your voice heard
Make your voice heard
Spend 5 minutes, make 5 calls.
Calling is an effective way to influence your representatives.
5 Calls does the research for each issue and is easy to use:
- Provides phone numbers and scripts so calling is quick and easy
- A background on why each issue is important so you can judge how important each one is to you
- Uses your location to find your local representatives so your calls have more impact
- Keeps track of who you've called about each issue so you can make your way down the list
>>> Go on their website www.5calls.org or download the app to your iphone or tablet.
“Working with Downtown Women for Change was a highlight in my 2024 State Senate re-election campaign! It was incredible being surrounded by like minded women, who are dedicated to organizing in their community and supporting progressive candidates. When our rights are under attack, DWC and others have stepped up to fight back and I am proud to have had their support.”
“Grassroots organizing- neighbor to neighbor - is how to build a lasting community movement. No group has done that better than Downtown Women for Change. Connecting on crucial issues and finding unique ways to engage the creative energy of diverse women has been inspirational and effective. ”
“DWC you are the fierce change makers who make me feel strong in the toughest fights. I wouldn’t be here without you.”
IN THE NEWS
PRESS CONFERENCES – The Feminization of Poverty ( March 24, 2023)
DWC member Marta Wolaver speaks at this event with Senator Jessica Ramos and Vote Mama
> WATCH YOUTUBE VIDEO
CHELSEA COMMUNITY NEWS ( November 8, 2022)
“Lockdown Legacy: New Presenters Here to Stay, After Entering the Pandemic-Era Candidate Forum Fray” > READ
NY STATE OF POLITICS ( February 8, 2022)
