2018 Women’s March / Rally in Albany, NY

One year ago, the Resistance was born out of what we all saw as the democracy of our country crumbling before our eyes. In honor of the anniversary of the historic Women's Marches that took place all across the nation and the world, we are hosting Women's March in Albany 2018. We are a coalition of Activists and Progressive groups across the Capital District and beyond. We believe it's necessary to celebrate the history of that momentous event, and to continue to raise our voices and light the torch of the #Resistance! The time for change is now and we can't be silent when it comes to the corruption of the current GOP Administration. Join us to make your voices heard! Resist Hate! Resist Fear! Resist Oppression!

Sign up here so we know you’re coming! The event is FREE
http://womensmarchalbany.eventbrite.com/

For event information contact us at email womensmarch2.0@gmail.com

PARKING INFORMATION:
The Office of General Services operates several paid visitor parking areas in and around the Empire State Plaza in downtown Albany, New York. To find out information on parking fees and available lots please visit parking.mangement@ogs.ny.gov or call 518 -474-8118
Another alternative is to park uptown off Western Avenue or Washington Ave and take CDTA down toward West Capitol Park

J20 FUNDRAISER:
January 20th will be the one-year anniversary of the J20 resistance marches that took place in Washington DC. Over 230 people were mass arrested during demonstrations against Donald Trump's Inauguration. There are currently 188 remaining defendants who could face up to 60 years in prison. Therefore the organizers of the Women’s March in Albany have decided to fund-raise on their behalf We are currently offering Women’s March Albany t-shirts and sweatshirts (printed front and back) as commemorative items for the event. The campaign will last 12 days and will officially end on January 22, 2018. All items will be shipped after that date (and they will arrive 7-14 days after Jan. 22). 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the legal defense fund for those arrested at inaugural protests on January 20, 2017 (the J20). We kindly ask all of you to please show your support by purchasing one of these items. You can also show solidarity by sharing this message under the hashtag #IAMJ20
https://www.bonfire.com/albany-ny-womens-march-2018/
For more information about the J20 case please visit http://defendj20resistance.org/

THE EVENT:
The Women’s March in Albany will be broken into two segments. The rally will begin first and will be the longest portion of the event. We have an amazing list of guest speakers and musicians. After the rally we will march! A definitive marching route has not been determined, however we will assemble and depart from West Capitol Park. Please continue to check the event page for the latest updates.

Musical Performances by:
Annie and the Hedonist
Kevin McKrell

Protest Chants Led By:
Will Kempe’s Players

ESL Interpreters:
Sabrina Seeger
Juliana Post Good

Guest Speakers:
Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan
J20 Activist
Fabrizia Rodriguez, Attorney and Advocate for Migrant Community
Donna Young, Albany Law School Professor
Barbara Bartoletti, Former Legislative Director, League of Women Voters
Judith Enck, Former EPA Regional Administrator
Assemblymember Patricia Fahy
Angelicia Morris, Executive Director, Schenectady Human Rights Council
Dorcey Applyrs, Member, Albany Common Council
Chelly Hegan, President and CEO of Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood
Congressman Paul Tonko
Libby Post, co-founder Capital Women
Kathy Stevens, Women’s Rights Advocate
Deidre Patterson, Organizer with NY19 Votes & IndivisibleNY19
Dr. Jennifer Lemak, Chief Curator of History at the New York State Museum

Co-Sponsors for the Women’s March in Albany include:

Altamont Main Street USA
Bethlehem Indivisible
Healthcare Education Project
IndivisibleNY19
NY19 Votes
CapitalWomen
Labor-Religion Coalition
Indivisible Rensselaer County
1199 SEIU
NYS Nurses Association
Robert F Kennedy Democrats of the Capital Region
Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood
Capital District Area Labor Federation
Hudson Valley Labor Federation
Women Against War
Bethlehem Morning Voice Huddle
Schenectady ROAR
Progressive Schenectady
Capital Region Resistance and Civic Action Coalition
Mom's Demand Action
Albany Vegan Lady Gang
Watervliet Huddle
Solidarity Committee of the Capital District