On January 20, Bay Area women and their allies will take to the streets once again to celebrate the resistance efforts of the past year and reaffirm a commitment to building a positive and just future for all. This year's march theme is "Hear Our Vote" and centers on registering women to vote, getting to the polls on election days and helping women run for office.
The march, however, is not just about women's rights and anyone who supports human rights, civil rights, disability rights, LGBTQIA rights, workers rights, immigrant rights, reproductive rights, Indigenous People's rights, environmental justice and tenant’s rights are encouraged to march in solidarity.
Here's what you need to know if you want to get involved.
WHEN: Saturday, January 20 at 11:30am
WHERE: Civic Center plaza
ROUTE: Rally at 12pm at Civic Center and then march at 2pm down Market Street to the Embarcadero (1.7 miles )
WHEN: Saturday, January 20 at 10am
WHERE: Lake Merritt Amphitheater
ROUTE: The march will proceed up 14th Street, ending at Frank Ogawa Plaza with a Call to Action Ralley (0.9 miles)
Rain is in the forecast, so make sure to dress in layers, bring a rain jacket or poncho (instead of an umbrella) and wear comfortable shoes. Bring water, snacks and sunscreen. Posters and signs are allowed, but not with the use of wooden, plastic or metal sign posts. Instead, use cardboard sign posts (or rolled up poster paper). Backpacks, alcohol and pets are not allowed.
After the march, take it easy at the Official Women’s March After Party. The pink hats will be out in force and ready to down some margaritas and greasy bar food while getting down to tunes from an all-female lineup. Donations benefit She Should Run, a non-profit that aims to get women from across the political spectrum to make the leap into public service.