In partnership with Live Nation Women, the
State of Women Forum will feature activists in conversations about
the issues motivating women and people of all marginalized genders
in Georgia and around the country
this election
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tomorrow, Thursday, September 22 from 3 to 5 p.m. ET, The United State of Women
(USOW), in partnership with Live Nation Women, will host the "State
of Women Forum" as part of Beautiful Noise Live, a week
of events featuring panels, workshops, interviews, and concerts
that use the power of music, community voices, and civic engagement
to encourage women and people of all marginalized genders to get
out and vote.
In partnership with Live Nation Women, the
State of Women Forum will feature activists in conversations about
the issues
This event will highlight extraordinary Georgia activists doing critical work in their
communities and give people information on how to use their voices
to make a Beautiful Noise this election season.
Reporters interested in attending an event or
learning more should email
press@civicnation.org.
WHERE: Egyptian Ballroom at the Fox Theatre (660
Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta,
GA)
WHEN: Thursday, September 22,
2022, 3-5pm ET
WHAT: This forum will provide changemakers with the
opportunity to dig deeper and learn more about four key issues
impacting gender equity right now: Reproductive Justice, Economic
Security, Climate Justice, and Voting Rights.
Attendees will hear from leaders in the movement doing great
work in their communities and inspiring people to use their voices
to make a Beautiful Noise. The Forum will also feature musical
performances by Ruby Amanfu,
Amy Ray, Allison Russell, and Sista Strings.
Register for tickets at usow.org/forum.
WHO: Speakers include:
- Jordan Brooks, Executive
Director, United State of Women
- Melanie Campbell, President/CEO, National Coalition on Black
Civic Participation
- Allison Coffman, Executive
Director, Amplify Georgia Collaborative
- Kwajelyn Jackson, Executive Director, Feminist Women's Health
Center
- Nikki Porcher, Founder, Buy From
A Black Woman
- Wan Smith, Organizing Director,
Georgia Conservation Voters Education Fund
- Gayla Tillman, Policy Associate,
Georgia Interfaith Power & Light
- Mica Whitfield, Georgia State
Director, 9to5 Georgia
- Lynn Whitfield, Emmy Award
Winning Actress
- Poy Winichakul, Senior Staff Attorney, Southern Poverty Law
Center
Performers include:
- Ruby Amanfu
- Amy Ray
- Allison Russell
- Sista Strings
About United State of
Women
The United State of Women (USOW) aims to create a world in which
women and all people of marginalized genders can thrive. Through
education, community, and action, USOW amplifies issues at the
intersection of gender and racial justice and galvanizes
organizations, public figures, elected officials, and everyday
feminists of all genders to drive policy and culture change. Learn
more here.
About Civic Nation
Civic Nation is a nonprofit ecosystem for high-impact organizing
and education initiatives working to build a more inclusive and
equitable America. Civic Nation shifts culture, systems and policy
by bringing together individuals, grassroots organizers, industry
leaders and influencers to tackle some of our nation's most
pressing social challenges. Six initiatives are a part of the Civic
Nation family: When We All Vote, United State of Women, ALL IN
Campus Democracy Challenge, End Rape On Campus, It's On Us and We
The Action. Learn more here.
About Live Nation
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world's leading
live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders:
Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship.
For additional information, visit
www.livenationentertainment.com.
About Live Nation Women
Launched in 2019, Live Nation Women centers women in every tour,
project, and initiative. The focus of Live Nation Women is the
advancement of women within Live Nation, advocacy for women across
live music at all stages of their career, and the amplification of
female artists and leaders. The division aims to serve as a bridge
and accelerator to drive intersectional gender equity in the music
industry and the world at large. Follow Live Nation Women
on Instagram.
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