March for Social Justice and Women in Atlanta

March for Social Justice and Women in Atlanta proudly joined the ranks of 60,000 individuals participating in the Atlanta March for Social Justice and Women on Saturday, January 21st. This peaceful demonstration of solidarity united members from underrepresented communities, women, and allies both in Georgia and across the nation. The march commenced at the Center for Civil and Human Rights, culminating at the Georgia State Capitol.

March for Social Justice and Women in Atlanta

Marching for a Purpose

The march proved to be not only peaceful but also incredibly inspiring. Participants reflected a diverse mix of ethnicities, women, men, and children of all ages, making the event a true representation of our global diversity.

Atlanta was just one among many cities worldwide that hosted marches. Streets were filled with marchers in various locations, including Washington, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Boston, Houston, Chicago, London, Paris, Melbourne, Australia, and even Antarctica.

In essence, these marches showcased individuals standing together in solidarity, advocating for the protection of equal rights across various demographics, including women, minorities, LGBTQ, and individuals of all religious backgrounds.

It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences. — Audre Lorde

Representative Stacey Abrams, John Lewis, and Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin

Why I Marched:

I marched for equal rights for all.
I marched for social justice.
I marched for my daughter and my son.
I marched for the protection of LGBTQ.
I marched for reproductive rights.

Upon returning home and tuning in to the news, we observed the media framing these marches as opposition to the president. However, it's crucial to clarify that our participation in the march was not about being against the president. Rather, it was a collective effort to ensure that every individual is adequately represented under the new administration, emphasizing the principles of equal rights and justice for all.

L to R: Sherry Rosen, Charis Hanberry, Autumn Murray, and Stephanie Szalkowski

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