Women's March on Oklahoma

Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM (CST)

Women's March on Oklahoma Oklahoma City, OKLAHOMA

The Women's March is a national movement to unify and empower everyone who stands for human rights, civil liberties, and social justice for all. We gather in community to find healing and strength through tolerance, civility, and compassion. We welcome all people to join us as we unite locally and nationally. Join us on January 21st. We will rally with a march through the streets and end with speakers at the State Capitol. Please register for the event, tickets are free. We need all of your help to raise the funds needed to make our march a reality. Please consider a gift of $10-$20, or whatever you can. Change starts with us. Donations can be made as you register for the event. For more details and information, please visit the event page on facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1157178751026743/?active_tab=about To help us fund logistics and expenses, please purchase a t-shirt at the following link. All proceeds go to the march organization effort. https://www.bonfire.com/womens-march-on-oklahoma/ FAQs IS THIS A PROTEST? This is not a protest. On Saturday, January 21, 2017, millions will gather in Washington, D.C. and in hundreds of cities around the world. We stand together in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families - recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country. We call on all defenders of human rights to join us. The Women’s March is the first step towards unifying our communities, grounded in new relationships, to create change from the grassroots level up. We will not rest until women have parity and equity at all levels of leadership in society. We work peacefully while recognizing there is no true peace without justice and equity for all. WHAT TIME WILL IT START, END, AND WHERE IS IT LOCATED? 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma State Capitol building. The March will begin around 10:30am, please arrive by 10:00am. The march should last approximately 30 minutes. Once we return to the south plaza courtyard we will begin the rally with numerous speakers. The entire even should end around 1:00-1:30, if no delays. WILL IT BE SAFE? CAN I BRING MY FAMILY? The Women’s March Oklahoma (WMO) has a team of experienced and professional organizers working to ensure that every safety protocol is followed. Safety is of the utmost importance to us. We are striving to make this a family friendly event and ask all attendees to respect everyone. Everyone is welcome to march. We will have police escort to ensure safety. Roundabout OKC has kindly volunteered to have a kid’s area for art and sign making to help entertain children during the March and rally. They will have volunteers to help. IS THIS MARCH INCLUSIVE? The fight for Dignity and Justice resides in all communities. The WMO is committed to ensuring the voices of ALL Oklahomans are heard. We are a nonpartisan group of women that welcome all supporters and protectors of human rights. WILL THE MARCH BE ACCESSIBLE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES? The WMO is committed to ensuring the event is as accessible as possible. There is handicap parking available and we are working on obtaining a qualified ASL interpreter. If anyone needs a specific accommodation please email womensmarchokc@gmail.com and we will do our best to accommodate. DO I NEED TO REGISTER OR BUY TICKETS? You can RSVP on Eventbrite or Meetup. The tickets are free, but the registration allows us to get a more accurate headcount than on Facebook. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-on-oklahoma-tickets-30356079852 https://www.meetup.com/Oklahoma-City-March-for-Women-Meetup/events/236285711/ WHAT IS THE STATUS OF THE PERMITS? All permits have been approved. WHERE DO WE PARK? Tons of parking will be available, but we encourage as many people to carpool as possible. WHERE DO WE MEET? On the South Plaza on the southside of the State Capitol Building. WHAT IS THE ROUTE OF THE MARCH? The march will begin on the South Plaza courtyard, travel west on 21st, south on Lincoln Blvd, east on 18th, back north on Lincoln, west on 21st back to the south plaza courtyard. WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE? Weather appears to be sunny and in the low 60s. Please check the weather before leaving for the March and dress appropriately. Wear comfortable shoes! WILL THERE BE SHIRTS OR OTHER MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AT THE EVENT? We will have buttons, t-shirts, and pre-made handheld signs available for purchase at the event. ARE THERE GUIDELINES FOR SIGNS? Please no profanity or other vulgar language on signs. We will have young adults and children present and would like everyone to be respectful and mindful of this. You can visit these locations for inspiration and ideas: https://www.facebook.com/WomensMarchesAroundTheWorld/ https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bz2AApx-IiLmR0ZCSEhkUWgwWUk HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR A RALLY BUS? You can visit the rally bus website. There needs to be 25 people to sign up from a specific location for the rally bus to happen. Encourage your friends to come! http://rallybus.net/womens-march-on-oklahoma-city-ok/ IS THERE ANYTHING I SHOULD BRING? Please consider only taking necessities i.e. cellphone, money, and other personal belongings. Feel free to bring water bottles or snacks. Backpacks will be easiest to carry your items. HOW CAN I DONATE TO THE MARCH? You can visit Eventbrite and make a donation as you register. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-march-on-oklahoma-tickets-30356079852 If you have additional questions please email the organizers at: womensmarchokc@gmail.com