Bigger Than Roe 2024
As we approach January 22, 2024, the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we reaffirm our commitment to reproductive freedom for all. Our campaign extends to every state and every legislator, challenging politicians at all levels: if you threaten our families, our freedoms, or our future, we will unseat you. We will not stop until we win.
Drawing inspiration from recent ballot measures, we have witnessed a powerful truth: when abortion rights are on the ballot, we win. These victories illuminate a fundamental reality: A supermajority of Americans supports reproductive freedom.
The weekend of January 20-21, 2024, we united to send an unequivocal message: Our resolve is unyielding. Our movement is not just about Roe; it is about safeguarding the rights and freedoms for all, now and for future generations. We are the majority, and our voices will be heard.
This march was a strategic intervention to galvanize voters for the 2024 elections. We're showing up to secure abortion access and counter far-right extremism.
DUE TO WEATHER, SOME ACTIONS WERE POSTPONED. CHECK THE MAP BELOW FOR UPDATES.
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Why Arizona?
Arizona is the next major abortion battleground. In selecting Arizona for our 2024 National Women’s March, we focus on a key truth: women consistently show up to vote when abortion rights are at stake. As one of the nine states with anticipated ballot measures around abortion rights, Arizona's role is crucial. It's not just a battleground for rights; it's a key swing state that will shape the 2024 elections. Our presence here is a statement: Women vote to defend abortion rights, and in doing so, we defend democracy from far-right extremism and GOP policies that threaten our freedoms and values. RSVP to join us in Phoenix here.
Can't get to Phoenix? Find a march near you on our map.
Thank You to our Bigger Than Roe 2024 Sponsors
LOGISTICS FOR PHOENIX MARCH
Saturday, January 20, 2024
Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza
11am GATHER with DJ LateNiteBoogie
11:45am PROGRAM
The March will begin after the program.
Hosted by Elyssa Bustamante, The Funky Latina with DJ LateNiteBoogie
SPEAKERS include Rachel O’Leary Carmona, Executive Director of Women’s March | Gloria Allred, Attorney and Reproductive Rights Activist | Dr. DeShawn Taylor, Abortion Provider, Desert Star Institute for Family Planning | Celina Martinez, Community Organizer, Healthcare Rising Arizona | Kischea Talbert, RN and Patient Navigator, Planned Parenthood Arizona | Analise Ortiz, State Representative District 24 | Parris Wallace, Arizona Senior Organizer, Working Families
AROUND THE PLAZA: Petition Signing • DJ LateNightBoogie • Tabling by Local Organizations
NextGen | LUCHA | Maricopa Democrats Party | Secular AZ | Arizona Works Together | Save Our Schools | Reproductive Freedom for All | ACLU of Arizona | Arizona List | Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona | League of Women Voters Arizona | AZ2Palestine | Indivisible Phoenix | Arizona Native Vote | Voter Choice Arizona
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
Please visit valleymetro.org for the best route. NOTE: there will be closures from Jan 14 - 22 for Valley Metro Rail - Single Tracking - Downtown Phoenix. Please plan accordingly.
ACCESSIBILITY
Women’s March is committed to making this March accessible. We are also dedicated to our goal of making all participants feel welcome, safe, heard, thought of, and cared for.
Please check back for more information about accessible entrances. If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions, please email accessibility@womensmarch.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What if something changes at the last minute?
Text "MARCH " to 44310 for day-of updates and march info.
How do I get there using local public transportation?
Please visit valleymetro.org for the best route. NOTE: there will be closures from Jan 14 - 22 for Valley Metro Rail - Single Tracking - Downtown Phoenix. Please plan accordingly.
Where can I park?
There are two parking lots for Wesley Bolin Plaza. The entrance to one is on Jefferson Street between 17th Avenue and Centennial Way. The second lot is on Adams Street between Washington Street and 17th Avenue. Overflow parking is on Jefferson Street between 17th Avenue and 19th Avenue.
What should I bring?
Small backpacks and bags are allowed. We recommend you fill them with water, snacks, etc.
A sign
Comfortable shoes
Mask & Hand sanitizer
Portable phone charger
Your feminist spirit, your defiance to injustice, and your demands to protect our freedoms
What should I NOT bring?
Any weapons, or anything that can be construed as a weapon, including pocket knives, multi-tools, mace, scissors, etc.
Any illegal drugs
Coat-hanger imagery: We do not want to accidentally reinforce the right wing talking points that self-managed abortions are dangerous, scary and harmful.
Handmaid’s Tale theme: The use of Handmaid's Tale imagery to characterize the controlling of women’s reproduction has proliferated, primarily by white women across the country, since the show has gained popularity. This message continues to create more fragmentation, often around race and class, because it erases the fact that Black women, undocumented women, incarcerated women, poor women and disabled women have always had their reproduction freedom controlled in this country. This is not a dystopian past or future.
What are the COVID safety measures?
Women's March takes the spread of COVID seriously. Our top priority is to make sure everyone feels comfortable and safe.
DO NOT attend if any of the following is true for you or anyone in your party: Within 5 days before attending the conference if you have tested positive, or been exposed to someone who has tested positive for, COVID;
DO NOT attend if any of the following is true for you or anyone in your party: Within 48 hours prior to attending the conference, you have experienced symptoms of COVID-19 (e.g., a fever of 100.4F or higher, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking muscle pain/achiness, headache, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, nasal congestion, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue or any other symptoms associated with COVID-19 identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention);
Masks: We highly recommend that attendees bring and wear their own mask (ideally an N95) at all times during the event but masks are not required.
Social distancing: We encourage social distancing at our rally and throughout the march route, we recommend that everyone remain a distance of at least 6ft apart.
I can't get to the mobilization in Phoenix. Is there one near me?
Marches are popping up across the country. Check our map often to see if there is one near you.
