WPA

a grassroots network of
progressive women

Our Mission

• We promote progressive women candidates for political office
• We work to preserve our civil liberties and voting rights
• We support efforts to create peace and justice
• We host free forums, open to the public, to educate each other on issues facing the community
• Promoting social justice is our overarching mission

Our History

The Women Progressive Activists was founded in the wake of the scandalous year 2000 "election." Many of Ann Arbor's progressive women came together to speak out.

Out of our shared indignation came a determination to improve the system. Though our members' passions are varied, we unite around our shared wish for fairness and justice.

The WPA's membership is growing fast. We number over 100 women of all ages, backgrounds, and occupations. Several members hold elected or appointed office. Many have run for public office. All are interested in increasing citizen participation in government. We hope you will join us in promoting social justice in our community.

Our Achievements

• We have hosted well-attended free informational forums on topics of interest to the community
• We have held successful fund- raising and friend-raising events on behalf of progressive women candidates
• We host lively meetings, which often feature local scholars, politicians and activists
• We are proud of our elegant and sophisticated website, which offers members efficient and effective methods of communication
• We provide members with important alternative news sources to counter the hegemony of today’s press
• We help you to make your voice heard!

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If you would like to join the WPA, please contact: info@wpactivists.org or download, print and mail our application.