Topic: Activism

Susan B. Anthony: The 19th Amendment, the Silver Dollar, and So Much More

Location: The Lingonberry Every February 15 is Susan B. Anthony Day, a chance to celebrate the birth of Susan B. Anthony and women’s suffrage in the United States. Let’s learn more about this wonderful woman, who numbers among our Unitarian ancestors! Share-the-Plate – Our plate recipient for January/February is the Decorah OWL (Our Whole Lives) … Continue reading Susan B. Anthony: The 19th Amendment, the Silver Dollar, and So Much More

Beyond Boxes: Intersex Awareness

Location: The Lingonberry Intersex people have any of several sex characteristics including chromosome patterns, gonads, or genitals that don’t conform to binary notions of male or female bodies. On October 26, 1996, intersex activists attended the Annual Academy of Pediatrics’ annual conference in Boston, hoping to deliver an address against the prevailing medical opinion that … Continue reading Beyond Boxes: Intersex Awareness

Considering Effective Activism

Location: Lingonberry There are so many pressing issues facing our state, country, and world. Deciding where to start, and where your energy is most effective is something anyone getting involved has to consider. Ayla (she/they) will share their thoughts and experiences on activism and mutual aid in their community, and their journey to where they … Continue reading Considering Effective Activism