Thursday, May 9 - Oppose Rafah Invasion / Menstrual Health Day Event
Actions You Can Take
Action 1: URGENT - Call on Congress to oppose a Rafah invastion
Action 2: Power of Sisterhood: Celebrating Menstrual Health & Connection on Saturday, May 18
Action 1: Tell Congress to Oppose Rafah Invasion
The humanitarian situation in Gaza has deteriorated catastrophically with Israel’s ongoing bombardment and blockade of life-sustaining supplies like water, food, medicine, and power. The death toll continues to rise by the hour.
The bombing has to stop. Prime Minister Netanyahu has repeatedly stated his intention to move forward with a full blown invasion of Rafah, a city in southern Gaza that is currently sheltering more than 1 million Palestinians who have been displaced from their homes by bombing and gunfire. This invasion would be a moral and strategic failure.
President Biden and his administration have said they oppose this plan - so they must act with urgency to withhold US weaponry and military support to the Israeli military for any offensive operations. Members of Congress have similarly stated they have concerns with a Rafah invasion - they must put a pause on offensive arms transfers and ensure US and international humanitarian laws already on the books are enforced. We need to halt this rolling nightmare, use significant diplomatic pressure to secure a ceasefire, and take the first steps towards a durable peace.
Please call on your Senators and Representative to oppose the Rafah invasion and call for an immediate ceasefire!
Action via Indivisible
Action 2: Menstrual Health Day Event 5/18
Join She Votes Illinois on Saturday, May 18 at Catalyst Ranch in Chicago's West Loop for a one-of-a-kind tea party to celebrate menstrual health and wellness in honor of Menstrual Health Day.
Through gentle movement, interactive activities, and engaging conversations, we'll cover:
Menstruality consciousness and wellness practices to live happier, healthier lives from puberty to menopause
Local and global issues surrounding period poverty & stigma and ways to make a difference!
The event is open to all menstruators (pre & post-included).
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Where: Catalyst Ranch at 656 W Randolph St Ste 4E, Chicago, IL 60661
Action via She Votes IL
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