The National Organization for Women, or NOW, was founded in 1966, on the premise that women should be "into full participation in the mainstream of American society now, exercising all privileges and responsibilities thereof in truly equal partnership with men."
In its modern form, NOW acts not only as a means of ensuring equal rights for women in the workplace and society, but as an organization that stands against all oppression, fighting against not only sexism, but homophobia and racism.
NOW's largest issues range from the right to abortion to promoting diversity.
Now, I know what you're thinking. Just another website/foundation for women to complain on, right?
What sets NOW apart from many other organizations is that it is not simply an organization that "talks." It "walks."
NOW has meetings. Local organizations. And most importantly, a means to get involved.
All you have to do is enter your zip code.
Enter your zip code and the site will tell you exactly who your representatives in Washington are. Enter your zip code, and you are able to submit a letter or an email about an issue to someone who can fight for you. Five seconds, and you can make a difference.
No annoying emails. No fees. Just action.
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