Minnesota Primary Elections on August 11
2020-08-11 07:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
The Minnesota Primary Elections are Tuesday, August, 11, 2020. If you have your mail-in ballot, please mail it today.
Here’s a list of candidates we endorse. For candidates seeking endorsement, please visit the Candidates Seeking Endorsement page.

END RACISM IN NOW 24x24
2020-07-14 13:00 - 15:30
MN NOW is participating in a national END RACISM NOW campaign spearheaded by California NOW to pressure National NOW President Toni Van Pelt to resign. Join this discussion by reaching out to info@mnnow.org and the online discussion details will be sent directly to MN NOW members.

Collaboration with Minnesota Billboard Project
2020-05-20 08:00 - 2020-07-05 17:00
Minnesota NOW and the Minnesota NOW Foundation are excited that our joint project with Minnesota Billboard Project is UP AND RUNNING! We are promoting and helping to fund pro-choice billboards in various Minnesota locations.
The Project is a progressive artist collective; see more info here: Minnesota Billboard Project
Help support this project with a donation by clicking here:
Minnesota Billboard Project Donations

Why the ERA Should Be Added to MN Constitution
2020-05-19 00:00
Join us for an evening of presentations on the Equal Rights Amendment and why it should be included in the Minnesota Constitution. Register here: ERA event.

About this Event

Why the Equal Rights Amendment Should Be Added to the Minnesota Constitution
Hosted by: Think Again Brooklyns, ERA Minnesota & LWV Brooklyn Park, Osseo, Maple Grove
Join as we hear from:
Yixiu Chen – Manager of Open Door Learning Centers for Literacy Minnesota – she will be discusing how the Equal Rights Amendment could improve immigrant women’s lives.
Heather Allison – President ERAMN – As a nonprofit board chair, Heather Allison is a passionate advocate dedicated to passing an Equal Rights Amendment in Minnesota and at the federal level. The ERA would add a simple statement regarding women’s rights to the Minnesota Constitution: “Equality under the law shall not be abridged or denied on account of gender.” Heather will give us background on the development of women’s rights and the ERA and let us know what we need to do to get it passed at the MN and federal levels.
Hollies and Latrice Winston – will discuss how the ERA can help husbands and wives balance work and home responsibilities and can contribute to a better life for their children and aging family members who need their help. Hollies is Chair and CEO at Guaranteed America, Inc. where he advocates on behalf of both private and public businesses and provides trainings and client acquisition services. Latrice organizes couples retreats and events for Couples Connecting Community.
Ruben Vazquez – Vice President, Racial Justice and Public Policy at the Minneapolis YWCA – Ruben Vazquez manages the overall strategy of the Mpls YWCA and promotes its mission of racial justice, gender equality, and human dignity. Rubén represents YWCA Minneapolis on racial justice and public policy related issues both locally and nationally. He will explain how adding the Equal Rights Amendment to the Minnesota Constitution can contribute to building community partnerships and integrate the race and gender equity initiative of partners and members.
If the Minnesota House and Senate votes in favor of adding the Equal Rights Amendment to the Minnesota Constitution, the ERA Amendment will appear on your ballot. Please vote in favor of it.

MN NOW State Conference 2020
2020-03-14 08:00 - 17:00

PAC Meeting
2020-03-09 18:00 - 20:00
For additional details and meeting location, contact pac@mnnow.org.

Caucuses: What, Why & How to Make the Most of Yours
2020-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Black Dog Cafe, 308 Prince St, St. Paul, MN, 55101, United States
Join us as we host an educational event around just what caucusing is, how it works, what to expect, and how you can use the caucus in your neighborhood to help elect pro-choice women in 2020.
RSVP via Facebook

Reproductive Freedom Lobby Day
2020-02-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard, St. Paul, MN, 55155, United States
As Reproductive Freedom comes under attack across the nation, we know that ensuring Minnesotans have full Reproductive Freedom will take all of us stepping up and loudly telling lawmakers that Minnesotans want laws that support our health, freedom, and autonomy. That’s why MN NOW is joining more than 20 other organizations for Reproductive Freedom Lobby Day on February 19, 2020. But we need YOU there to make sure our message is heard!

PAC Meeting
2020-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | MN, United States

MN NOW Sustainability Committee Meeting
2020-01-25 11:00 - 13:00

MN NOW PAC Meeting
2020-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 | MN, United States

MN NOW January Board Meeting
2020-01-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Davannis Pizza, 663 Winnetka Ave, Golden Valley, MN, 55427, United States

Do Good, Together
2019-12-19 06:00 - 22:00 | Black Dog Cafe, 308 Prince St, St. Paul, MN, 55101, United States
On this night of community, action, and politics, we’ll celebrate the end of 2019 and kick off 2020 with power and purpose.

Enjoy a fun night out socializing with fellow activists
Do some good with a service project (assemble abortion aftercare kits, make scarves for new refugees, write thank-yous to legislators, etc.) and bring donations (books or money) to benefit local organizations
Watch the Democratic debate
Hear what topics the Third Thursdays coalition will tackle in the first half of 2020

UnRestrict House Party with Erin Maye Quade
2019-12-11 18:00 - 19:30
Join MSP NOW and Erin Maye Quade for a conversation about reproductive rights in Minnesota: what laws are on the books, what new bullshit has been proposed by our legislature, and how we can all do better.

Drinks and snacks provided
All are welcome but space is limited, so registration is required. If you register and are no longer able to attend, please let me know so I can release your ticket.

MN NOW Board Meeting
2019-11-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Davanni’s Pizza & Hot Hoagies, 41 Cleveland Ave S, St. Paul, MN, 55105, United States

2019 National NOW Conference July 19th-21st in Bloomington, MN
2019-07-19 - 2019-07-21 | Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America, 3800 American Blvd. E, Bloomington, MN, 55425, United States
FEMINIST AGENDA RISING: OUR TIME IS NOW
Located in Bloomington, MN
Hotel and reservation information is available on National NOW’s website.
Registration is now open!

NOW Member Registration
Non-member Registration

2019 Minnesota NOW State Conference
2019-04-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Black Dog Cafe, 308 Prince St, St. Paul, MN, 55101, United States
We have excellent speakers committed to the Minnesota NOW State Conference including State Representative Ami Wazlawik, Ramsey County Commissioner Trista MatasCastillo, and NOW President Toni Van Pelt! The State Conference registration is only $15.00 and includes lunch.
Registration has closed, but walk-ins are welcome for the State Conference. You can still Donate on our website www.mnnow.org.

International Women's Day, ERA Rally at the Capitol
2019-03-08 09:00 - 14:00 | Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard, St. Paul, MN, 55155, United States
We will be holding our annual rally complete with bill authors, speakers and resources to help you find your reps and talk to them about what the ERA means to you! This year we’re wearing GREEN and want to make sure every spare bit of space is GREEN and covered in the letters E.R.A!! Go to ERAMN.org for details
Agenda:

​9:00 – 10:00 am Lobbying
Meet in the rotunda for guidance in lobbying (talking to) your legislators. We can help you find out who they are, what their current position is on the ERA, give you ERA postcards you can personalize and/or give you sample language to talk to them.
10:00 – 10:45 am Rally
Rally in the rotunda! Complete with bill authors and speakers to unite us in support.
10:45 – 11:00 am Photo Op! Smile!
11:00 – 12:00 noon Lobbying
​More lobbying your legislators. We’ll have resources to help you find your reps and talk to them (lobby them) about what the ERA means to you!​
Noon – 2:00 pm NETWORKING LUNCHEON
Networking Luncheon at the Best Western Capitol Ridge, Peddler’s Pub located at: 161 St Anthony Ave, St Paul, MN 55103

MNxMN 2019 - Beyond The Vote
2019-02-24 | Harding Senior High, 1540 6th St E, St Paul, MN, 55106, United States
ERAMN along with many more Minnesota-based organizations will be holding educational sessions, workshops, exhibit tables and more at this 2nd annual conference designed to “take activism to elections to legislation in 2019!”

For more information on MNxMN visit HERE

MN Women's Consortium Annual Meeting and Community Report
2019-02-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, 270 North Kent, Saint Paul
Be sure to mark Wednesday, February 20, for the Consortium’s Annual Meeting and Community Report. It will be held at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, 270 North Kent, Saint Paul from 3 PM to 6 PM.
MN Women’s Consortium recently completed a strategic re-evaluation process and is eager to share the outcomes with our community. Join us before the Community Report Session to meet MWC member groups as they conduct MWC business including the finance and governance.

Feb 16th - Planning Meeting for National NOW Conference in Minnesota, July 19th – July 21st, 2019
2019-02-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America, 3800 American Blvd. E, Bloomington, MN, 55425, United States
We need your help to plan for the National NOW Conference in Minnesota in July 2019. Please come to the next planning meeting if you are interested in volunteering. Chapter representatives, please publicize to your chapters. We need everyone! Come to the Blue Water Lounge on February 16th from 3-5 pm. at Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America, 3800 American Blvd, Bloomington, MN.

Groundhog's Day with ERA MN
2019-02-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Hook and Ladder Theater, 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Annual ERA MN Showcase Event.
It will be an afternoon of celebration and advocacy as we watch the compelling and groundbreaking short documentary film “Legalize Equality“, hear from some of our bill authors, sample appetizers from Gandhi Mahal and enjoy the entertainment of community performers!

Women's March 2019
2019-01-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Boulevard, St. Paul, MN, 55155, United States
We’re proud to be a part of this year’s march! Join us and show your support for women and the ERA! We’ll have signs to hold and buttons to wear!
For more information on the March visit HERE

ERAMN Annual Organizational Meeting & Election of Officers
2019-01-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN, 55430
Positions being voted on are: Vice President (x2), Secretary and Marketing & Public Relations

Promote ERA at the MN State Fair on August 26th - Women's Equality Day
2018-08-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Minnesota State Fair, 1265 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
The more the mightier! Many volunteers are needed for 2 hour shifts to hand out fun printed materials on Women’s Equality Day on Sunday, August 26, 2018 educating about and urging the passage of a state ERA. Leafletting will occur on the public sidewalks at the entrance to the state fair. We are not allowed to distribute materials on the fairgrounds except at a booth. Sign up at Doodle Sign UP

National Conference
2018-07-06 08:00 - 2018-07-08 17:00
This year’s National Conference is in San Jose, California. Stay tuned for more details!

Action Meeting
2018-07-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Member’s House, St. Paul, MN, United States

Constitutional Equality Meeting
2018-06-26 19:30 - 20:30 | Common Roots Cafe, 2558 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55405, United States
Join us for another constitutional equality meeting! We will be talking about the MN ERA and planning MN NOW’s event for Women’s Equality Day!

Twin Cities Pride Festival
2018-06-23 - 2018-06-24 | Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Pride Volunteer Meeting
2018-06-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Member’s House, St. Paul, MN, United States
