Progressive Women of NEPA
We recruit, train, fund and work to elect progressive women candidates to state and local offices in the counties of Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming.
OUR VISION
Our Vision is a healthy democracy in which government establishes and maintains legal, economic and social equity for all people, regardless of sex, race, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ability, immigration status, economic situation or any other characteristic used to oppress individuals or groups.
OUR VALUES
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Public policies that are just, rational and based upon empirical evidence
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Equal civil liberties and civil rights for all people, in law and in reality
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Equal educational and economic opportunities for all people
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Legally guaranteed access to quality, affordable and comprehensive health care, including reproductive services; such as prenatal care, birth control, abortion and postnatal care
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Protection from oppression and violence used by individuals and groups in order to suppress others
MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities include:
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Serving on committees
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Encouraging women to seek political office
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Learning about the political process
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Working on the campaigns of endorsed candidates
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Promoting and attending our fundraising efforts
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Recruiting other women to join PWNEPA
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Celebrating the positive outcomes of progressive women in leadership
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Participating in candidate endorsement and MORE!