The women's day activist forum

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Join us for The women's day activist forum, a free community event to celebrate Women’s Day! Featuring a keynote speaker, a panel discussion with a Q&A session, and a small resource-sharing fair.
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When?

  • March 9th

  • From 11 AM-12:30 PM

Where?

  • Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium

  • At The Arlington Public Library

Schedule!

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM: Welcome & Introduction
Organizer delivers an overview of the event and Introductory Speaker gives an introduction to the importance of Women's Day, and it's history.
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM: Panel Discussion
Panelists will discuss different topics related to the fight for women's rights, moderated by organizer with a brief audience Q&A at the end.
11:50 AM - 12:20 PM: Resource Sharing
Participants can visit resource tables with community information (e.g., local women’s shelters, legal aid services, advocacy groups, and educational opportunities) or learn more from organizations that are present.
12:20 PM - 12:30 PM: Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Event organizer will recap the highlights of the evening, provide some more information about further opportunities for involvement, activism, or future events, and invite attendees to continue networking!

Guidelines!

THIS EVENT IS NOT SPONSORED BY ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
MAX Capacity is 170 attendees1. We encourage open and respectful discussions. Discrimination, harassment, or hate speech will not be tolerated.2. Stay within the areas assigned for the event to avoid disrupting other library patrons.3. Dispose of trash properly and leave the space as clean as it was upon arrival.Library Rules of Conduct: To maintain a family friendly environment, the library prohibits:Alcoholic beverages
Animals (except service animals as defined by the ADA)
Behavior that disrupts normal library operations or disturbs others
Activities posing community health risks, such as those involving open sores or communicable diseases