Action Alerts
It's hard to believe, but overnight the National Park Service has removed "transgender" and the "T" from the LGBTQ+ acronym on their webpage about the Stonewall National Monument — a monument to honor the LGBTQ+ movement!
This is not just a slight—it exemplifies the ongoing rollback of LGBTQ+ protections under the current administration, specifically targeting transgender individuals.
This incident underscores the urgency of our work. If actions like these go unchallenged, they risk becoming entrenched, perpetuating discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals. We must act now to prevent this from becoming the norm.
Our vision is clear: a society where LGBTQ+ individuals are fully recognized and protected under the law, where diversity is celebrated, and where everyone can live with dignity and respect. This is about more than our fight for rights—it's about our shared humanity.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 4:30pm PT, 5:30pm MT, 6:30pm CT, 7:30pm ET
Regional Veterans For Peace hosted Zoom meeting
Monday, February 17, 2025, 12:00 – 8:00 PM
This President’s Day protest is sponsored by the 5050/1 group. Location: Ohio Statehouse.
More information here.
Sunday, February 16, 2025, 3:00 PM
In an ongoing policy of ethnic cleansing, Israeli authorities uproot fruit trees, raze farmland, destroy rainwater reservoirs and irrigation systems, and demolish homes. Meanwhile increasingly emboldened Israeli settlers — protected by soldiers — taunt families and vandalize property. The ultimate goal is to force Palestinians off the land. With the world’s attention diverted by the war on Gaza, displacement of West Bank Palestinians has increased dramatically in the past year.
Thursday, February 13 to Saturday, February 15
Cherry Valley Hotel and Ohio Event Center, 2299 Cherry Valley Rd. SE, Newark, Ohio
The 46th annual OEFFA conference: “Boldly Grow" is three days of learning, sharing, and connecting with hundreds of sustainable farmers, gardeners, and local food supporters. From backyard gardening to pasture management to food policy, this conference covers diverse themes in organic and sustainable agriculture. Registrants enjoy dozens of workshops, hands-on demonstrations, locally-sourced meals, an exhibit hall of shops and information, and much more.
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Hosted by Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association [OEFFA].
Feb 13, 2025 08:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
The CCS Action Network is bringing together communities across the country that are fighting dangerous CO2 pipelines, opposing efforts to fast track permitting of inherently unsafe injection wells, and stopping the flow of billions in public subsidies that are driving this industry forward. By coming together, we can work to protect communities from this dangerous assault on our communities. Join leaders across the country who are fighting this industry, learn about opportunities to stop the carbon capture industry attacks on our communities, and more importantly how we can all come together to build a strong movement to stop the CCS industry.
Documentary “BAD FAITH” with Upper Arlington Progressive Action
February 12, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Phoenix Theatres Lennox Town Center 24 + IMAX with Laser
777 Kinnear Rd, Columbus, OH 43212
BAD FAITH is a must watch documentary for those who want to learn the history behind the rise of Christian Nationalism in the United States, and the dire implications it could have if they succeed in their goals. Join UAPA members and friends for a FREE screening of this important movie, followed by discussion. See the trailer. Read the Variety review.
Tuesday February 11th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
In this meeting we’ll take a look at Third Act Central’s priorities for 2025 which have been adjusted based on the new administration, then discuss how to align with these priorities, what needs customized for Ohio and if there are Ohio specific interests or concerns we’d like to add.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Main Branch, 96 S Grant Ave, Meeting Room 1B, Columbus, 43215. Register here.
Join Sunrise Cbus for an in-person full hub meeting! This will be a chance to check in with one another and discuss new roles and goals for the next 3 months. We are a youth-led advocacy group dedicated to pushing for environmental justice in our communities.
Sunday, February 9 at 1pm
Start: 301 Washington Blvd, Columbus, OH (behind COSI)
End: Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Sq, Columbus, OH 43215
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Asking attendees to wear white or pink to be identified as with the group. Use your voice to speak up for the community and immigrants!