PennsylvaniaNOW 2023 General PAC Endorsement

The Pennsylvania NOW PAC happily supports each of the candidates on our 2023 General Feminist Ballot and we are proud of their commitments to advocating on behalf of our mission and supporting the communities we serve. Make certain to vote for these candidates by mail-in ballot or at the polls on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Let’s move PA forward NOW!

Press Release: Message from Nina Ahmad, Ph.D. President, Pennsylvania NOW

Open Letter to Emily’s List and its Funders from Emily’s List endorsed candidates in PA

PennsylvaniaNOW 2023 General PAC Endorsement

October 24, 2023

May 12, 2023

The PennsylvaniaNOW PAC happily supports each of the candidates on our 2023 General Feminist Ballot and we are proud of their commitments to advocating on behalf of our mission and supporting the communities we serve. Make certain to vote for these candidates by mail-in ballot or at the polls on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Let’s move…

January 23, 2023

September 17, 2022

Check out some highlights of PA NOW fighting back on the reversal of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court:

September 12, 2022

Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) is deeply troubled withthe Federal Government’s efforts to draw Ms. Dawn Chavous who is a successfulbusinesswoman into a trial as a conduit to prosecute her husband, Councilman KenyattaJohnson. With a Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania in OrganizationalDevelopment and Leadership Management and professional experience in…

July 13, 2022

July 13, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Contact Person: Nina Ahmad at PennsylvaniaNow@gmail.com The Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Organization For Women applauds the leadership of Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley in calling for the removal of Wells Fargo Bank as a depository for the over $140 million in taxpayer funds. Public dollars should not be invested or…

June 24, 2022

June 24, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact Person: Nina Ahmad at PennsylvaniaNow@gmail.com Message from Nina Ahmad, Ph.D. (She/her), President, Pennsylvania NOW PHILADELPHIA, PA — As we wrap our heads around the heinous Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, we need to turn our OUTRAGE into ACTION!! We must and will restore the fundamental…

May 6, 2022

The PennsylvaniaNOW PAC happily supports each of the candidates on our 2022 General Feminist Ballot and we are proud of their commitments to advocating on behalf of our mission and supporting the communities we serve. Make certain to vote for these candidates by mail-in ballot or at the polls on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Let’s move…

May 4, 2022

Pennsylvania NOW has always underscored that reproductive freedom is a human right. Reproductive health care is a human right. Abortion IS healthcare. It is important to note while the leaked draft opinion that suggests the Supreme Court will overturn Roe v. Wade, the procedure was still legal — but under serious threat. We must fight…

April 9, 2022

WASHINGTON, D.C. — I am so proud that for the first time in 232 years, a Black woman will finally sit in one of the most powerful judicial seats in the world. Today the Senate voted 53 YES – 47 NO to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as a Justice of the United States Supreme Court.…

April 3, 2022

Why Pennsylvania NOW PAC Recommended Endorsing Conor Lamb for Senate

by Pennsylvania NOW President, Dr. Nina Ahmad Here is the underlying reasoning around why Pennsylvania NOW PAC recommended to the NOW PAC that they endorse Conor Lamb for the open Senate seat in Pennsylvania. THE FINAL DECISION to endorse in federal races is made by the NOW PAC. Please keep in mind that women comprise 51% of…

March 29, 2022

Celebrating The Life of PA NOW Member Doris Pridgen

Doris Pridgen (nee Spivey) March 15, 2022, Age 93 Doris was born on July 5, 1928, in the Elmwood section of Philadelphia. She was the eldest of 10 daughters born to Sarah Louise and Joseph T. Spivey. Doris was educated in the School District of Philadelphia. Doris also attended Temple University where she became a…

March 29, 2022

Pennsylvania NOW Kitchen Table Politics Podcast Dr. Nina Ahmad March 2022

Pennsylvania NOW President Dr. Nina Ahmad sits down with the Kitchen Table Politics Podcast to discuss her lived experiences & why Pennsylvania NOW highly recommends that the National Organization of Women PAC endorses Conor Lamb for US Senate. #WomensRightsAreHumanRights#53PickUp Click here to listen to the podcast online.

March 3, 2022

PITTSBURGH, PA — Conor Lamb was endorsed today by the National Organization for Women (NOW) Political Action Committee in the Democratic primary for U. S. Senate. With more than 13,000 contributing members in its Pennsylvania chapter, NOW’s endorsement adds to the growing momentum for Lamb and continues to expand the diverse coalition of advocacy organizations,…

February 2, 2022

Open Letter to Emily’s List and its Funders from Emily’s List endorsed candidates in PA.

Written by Dr. Nina Ahmad, President, Pennsylvania NOW We the undersigned, who are former and current endorsees of Emily’s List, are very grateful for their support and firmly believe that this largest national resource for women in politics deeply understands the intersectional nature of oppression that stands in the way of progress for women. It is our…

February 1, 2022

In February and year-round, we honor the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape our nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs, and adversities that are an indelible part of our country’s history. “There is no American history without African American history,” said Sara Clarke Kaplan, executive director of…

February 1, 2022

Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean communities, among others. The New Year celebration is usually celebrated for multiple days—not just one day as in the Gregorian calendar’s New Year. In 2022, Lunar New Year begins on February…

December 23, 2021

Best wishes for a safe, healthy & happy holiday season!

November 16, 2021

Pennsylvania NOW Election Committee Report November 12, 2021 The Election Committee consisted of Karen Bojar, Ernie Bristow, and Vanessa Fields as Chairperson. The committee utilized the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Organization for Women (PA NOW) Guidelines/Bylaws as our guide for the election. On September 8, 2021, a motion was made by Vanessa Fields and…

November 8, 2021

On behalf of PA NOW & Philly NOW, I am deeply grateful to everyone who showed up on Saturday, October 30th for our Solidarity Rallies & Ride in support of the survivor/victim who was sexually assaulted on October 13th and the scores of others whose pain and trauma has never been acknowledged. This action was…

PennsylvaniaNOW 2023 General PAC Endorsement

October 24, 2023

May 12, 2023

The PennsylvaniaNOW PAC happily supports each of the candidates on our 2023 General Feminist Ballot and we are proud of their commitments to advocating on behalf of our mission and supporting the communities we serve. Make certain to vote for these candidates by mail-in ballot or at the polls on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Let’s move…

November 5, 2022

Join us for a virtual learning experience focusing on the following topics: Women’s Empowerment Running for Office… and Breaking the Glass Ceiling Engaging Membership Chapter Finance Tips Use this link and register today: https://forms.gle/xyUngNjjGCXEUf3G6

October 23, 2022

PA NOW & The Apologues invite you to an Interactive Community Mural Event centered on “My Body, My Choice” and the POWER OF YOUR VOTE! Painting Our Way to the PollsTODAY: Sunday, October 23, 20222:00 PM – 4:00 PMCrane Community Center1001 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA 19107https://www.eventbrite.com/e/painting-our-way-to-the-polls-tickets-440743574897?aff=ebdssbeac About This Event “Painting Our Path to the Polls”…

October 19, 2022

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 5:30pm (VIP) 6:00pm (General) While many of us are zoomed out, this is our final opportunity to raise some $s for the PAC grassroots outreach. Let’s drive all pro-choice voters to the polls! Hope you can join us. Please purchase your tickets at the link below. The zoom link will be…

October 11, 2022

Four women, Joanna McClinton (State Representative PA-191/ PA Democratic House Leader), Joanna Otero-Cruz (President & Executive Director of Women Against Abuse), Dr. Nary Kith (Co-Founder/Executive, Director of KITHS) & Cheryl Wadlington (Founder and Executive Director, The Evoluer House) who empower women & girls every day through their work, are being honored with their portraits as…

September 17, 2022

PA NOW State Board and Membership meeting on Sunday, September 18th at 12:00 pm: You are invited to a Zoom meeting.When: Sep 18, 2022 12:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAld-6rrjgqGdMvZqBTvYMsE_7RUKU-id4_ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

September 17, 2022

Please indicate your preference of format (virtual, in-person, or hybrid) for our upcoming PA NOW State Conference to be held on November 19-20, 2022 using this link: https://forms.gle/oN6BkYyuo3QViAWJ7 Once we hear back from you, the Conference Planning Committee can create a budget, etc so we can proceed with creating a wonderful conference experience.

June 25, 2022

DATE: Saturday, June 25 TIME: 1 – 3 pm EDT LOCATION: National Constitution Center, Arch Lawn525 Arch StPhiladelphia, PA 19106 REGISTER HERE ONLINE Join Democratic candidate for Governor Josh Shapiro, Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan, Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, State Senator Amanda Capelletti, House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton, State Representative Donna Bullock, Commissioner Val…

May 6, 2022

May 4, 2022

You are cordially invited to attend a press conference hosted by the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Organization for Women featuring NOW President Christian Nunes to rally support for Congressmember Conor Lamb. Date: Wednesday, May 4, 2022Time: 12:00PMLocation: Philadelphia City Hall1400 JFK Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Alternate rain location will be provided on-site.)

March 18, 2022

The PowerUp Foundation, PA Democratic Black Caucus, WIN With Black Women, and a Coalition of other Women’s organizations, from across Pennsylvania, including Pennsylvania NOW have come together to host a rally to show support for the confirmation of U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. The theme for the event is KBJ—The Justice for…

February 23, 2022

Date: Friday, February 25, 2022Time: 7:00PM Location: Zoom Meeting REGISTER NOW ONLINE We invite you to join the COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall, hosted by the Health Committee of the Philadelphia Chapter of the NAACP. Opening remarks by President Catherine Hicks. Dr. Nina Ahmad, Chair of the Health Committee & Pennsylvania NOW President, will moderate as…

February 1, 2022

Now more than ever we need the voices of women at all levels of government. This is especially the case in PA where abortion rights are in danger. Not everyone is in a position to run for public office and furthermore the number of seats in congress, on state and local legislatures, is limited. However,…

November 8, 2021

General Membership Meeting November 12, 2021 7:00 PM

You are invited to join Pennsylvania Now for our upcoming General Membership Meeting Zoom Call. Friday, November 12, 2021 at 7:00pm. Register online now.

October 26, 2021

Dear Concerned Community Member: Please join Pennsylvania National Organization for Women (PA NOW) and Philadelphia NOW for a rally to show support for the survivor of the horrific sexual assault on SEPTA on October 13, 2021. We have organized this rally to demand accountability and transparency from SEPTA, law enforcement, elected officials, administrations-state, local, and…

October 26, 2021

Our PAC happily supports each of the candidates on our 2021 Primary Feminist Ballot and we are proud of their commitments to advocating on behalf of our mission and supporting the communities we serve. Make certain to vote for these candidates by mail-in ballot or at the polls on Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021. Let’s move…

August 11, 2021

THE SENATE MUST PROTECT OUR FREEDOM TO VOTE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – At 4:30 this morning, Sen. Ted Cruz took to the Senate floor to block a public debate on the S.1, For the People Act, and two other necessary and popular reforms from starting. S.1, the For the People Act, is the most critical democracy reform in memory. It would allow voters to cast their ballots freely, safely and equally, fix…