Category: Civic Engagement

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  • Keeping Communities Safe in Halifax/South Boston

    Keeping Communities Safe in Halifax/South Boston

    Over the past month, our Halifax/South Boston Chapter has been actively working with local kids and community members to address safety concerns in their neighborhoods—especially t ...

  • Featured Community Partner | Tour of Faith Mobile

    Featured Community Partner | Tour of Faith Mobile

    Tour of Faith Mobile collects and distributes free clothing and essential items to people experiencing poverty and homelessness in Charlottesville, VA. Founded by Letitia Curry-Sti ...

  • Leader of the Month – April 2025

    Leader of the Month – April 2025

    Terry "Bean" White - Norfolk Chapter Bean has been a member of the Norfolk Chapter for close to a decade, and has been a valuable participant in our local and statewide work. He fi ...

  • Newport News/Hampton Chapter Update – April 2025

    Newport News/Hampton Chapter Update – April 2025

    April's EngagementsBlossom with your peninsula chapter this season! Here are some upcoming events: Monthly Chapter meetingBe sure to attend our virtual Chapter Meeting on Tuesday, ...

Virginia Right to Vote Coalition Will Work to Amend Virginia’s Constitution to Protect Voting Rights

Virginia Right to Vote Coalition Will Work to Amend Virginia’s Constitution to Protect Voting Rights

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 13, 2024 Contact: Kelsey Cowger, kelsey@progressva.org, 434-484-2795  Virginia Right to Vote Coalition Will Work to Amend Virginia’s Con ...

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Leader of the Month – December 2024

Leader of the Month – December 2024

Hannah Ainsworth - Wythe County Chapter Hannah has been a valuable leader of the Wythe County Chapter, having committed her time and effort to chapter activities. She has provided ...

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Our Members Went “Caroling for a Cause” on the Peninsula

Our Members Went “Caroling for a Cause” on the Peninsula

Newport News/Hampton Chapter members singing carols to the City Council. On December 10, the Newport News/Hampton Chapter went "Caroling for a Cause" at the Newport News City Coun ...

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Virginia Organizing Holds Successful Community Forum to discuss a Much-needed Rental Inspection Program in Richmond

Virginia Organizing Holds Successful Community Forum to discuss a Much-needed Rental Inspection Program in Richmond

For immediate release: December 13, 2024 Richmond, Va. - The Richmond Chapter of Virginia Organizing held a successful community forum with newly elected city councilmembers to di ...

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Virginia Organizing is “Caroling for a Cause” Before the Newport News City Council to Advocate for a Peninsula Homeless Shelter

Virginia Organizing is “Caroling for a Cause” Before the Newport News City Council to Advocate for a Peninsula Homeless Shelter

What: Caroling before the Newport News City Council to advocate for a regional homeless shelter on the PeninsulaWhen: Tuesday, December 10 at 5 p.m.Where: Christopher Newport Univ ...

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Leader of the Month – November 2024

Leader of the Month – November 2024

Jen Rhame - Fredericksburg Chapter Jen has been a dedicated leader and member of the Fredericksburg Chapter, sharing her voice to help build power. Most recently, Jen was a paneli ...

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Virginia Organizing Asks, “Will these City Council Members be Naughty or Nice?” Regarding a long-awaited rental inspection program in Richmond

Virginia Organizing Asks, “Will these City Council Members be Naughty or Nice?” Regarding a long-awaited rental inspection program in Richmond

What: Press conference in support of the proposed rental inspection programWhen: Wednesday, December 4 at 6 p.m.Where: Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 1720 Mechanicsville ...

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Virginia Organizing to Hold a Restoration of RIghts Forum in Fredericksburg

Virginia Organizing to Hold a Restoration of RIghts Forum in Fredericksburg

What: Restoration of Rights Forum in FredericksburgWhen: Friday, November 15, 7-8:30 p.m.Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Fredericksburg, 25 Chalice Circle, ...

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Leader of the Month – October 2024

Leader of the Month – October 2024

Johnthan Burman - Martinsville Chapter Johnthan is a leader of our Martinsville Chapter who has been taking an active role in the work that the chapter is doing throughout the com ...

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Virginia Organizing to Hold “Last Look” Candidate Forum for Portsmouth Mayoral and City Council Candidates

Virginia Organizing to Hold “Last Look” Candidate Forum for Portsmouth Mayoral and City Council Candidates

What: Candidate forum featuring Portsmouth candidates running for mayor and city council When: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 6 p.m. Where: New Mt. Olivet Church, 1000 County S ...

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