Celebrating 10 Years of Women Engaged
When our cofounders Malika Redmond and Margaret Kargbo created the organization in 2014, they could not envision the events we would face, but were forward thinking in the strategy necessary to build power in our communities. Thanks to the years of expertise, networks, and love poured in from Malika and Margaret, Women Engaged was actualized in October 2014, with the passion to connect and build power in the community on the issues paramount to Black women, femmes, and girls. Since then our teams have been trailblazers in the movement ushering in new voters who are astute on the issues to make the decisions best for themselves and our communities. Our team situates itself in the longstanding history and traditions of grassroots organizing that have been present for Black people, before enslavement.
In celebrating 10 Years of Women Engaged, we are introducing our new branding inspired by the word Sankofa. Sankofa is the Akan word from Ghana that encapsulates how we enter this new, pivotal year.
"Se wo were fi na wosankofa a yenkyi"
which loosely translates to, "It's not taboo to go back and fetch what you missed.”
Sankofa—to return, go, look, seek, and take—reminds us that remembering is vital to progress. WE have always focused on progressing towards a more just and equitable world. As we enter our tenth year of doing amazing work, join us this month and the rest of the year on a journey reconnecting with the histories of the movement, the stories and experiences of our past, and how we connect it to our present moment and envision a future where our full human rights are actualized.
Events Coming Up:
Voter Registration Summer Kickoff - June 8, 2024
We are excited to announce an upcoming event that promises to be a highlight of the year — the Justice Just-Us Jamboree on June 8th, 2024, at Mozely Park in Atlanta, Georgia. Bring your family and friends as we celebrate everything about us and how we come together to achieve justice catered toward just us! This summer festival is about us taking the time to celebrate all things about us as people and as a community. As we continue to celebrate how #WE10 has impacted the community, we will have spaces for fun and activation as we continue the momentum for years to come.
What’s Coming Up:
- Family-Friendly Fun:
- Community Activations: Participate in hands-on workshops and activities that are good for the whole family!
- Musical Jams: Enjoy a lineup of performances to keep the energy and music flowing.
- Community Connections: Connect with community leaders and neighbors eager to share insights and collaborate on future initiatives.
- Food and Popsicles:
#WELove Annual Awards Brunch - December 7, 2024
More information coming soon!
Events that Have Passed:
#WE10Honors - March 28, 2024
When #WELoveHer, WE Honor Her!
Join us virtually on March 28th at 7pm(ET), as we round out Women's History Month with the launch of our #WE10Honors.
Every month for the next 10 months we will look to you in the community to nominate a Black woman or femme in your life that you would like to honor. Those selected will receive a one-time financial award of $1,000 to use towards honoring themselves how they see fit.
RSVP Today and get entered into a raffle for a #WE10 giveaway. Winners will be announced live and to win you must be online during the live broadcast.
