March 25th event with Dr. Brandy Lovelady Mitchell is **CANCELLED**
Due to the confirmation of Coronavirus cases in Michigan and the declaration of a state of emergency by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, PWA...
3.25.20 How are the Children: Educational Equity in 2020 with Dr. Brandy Lovelady Mitchell **CANCELL
**EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED** PWA is honored to host Dr. Brandy Lovelady Mitchell, Kent Intermediate School District’s first Director of...
1.14.20 What’s Ahead for the US Supreme Court
PWA is delighted to host Sam Bagenstos on January 14 for a conversation about the U.S. Supreme Court – the many high-profile cases, what...
12.03.19 West Michigan Matters Fundraiser
Join us for an evening reception with a short update from PWA. We will celebrate our successes and discuss mobilizing progressive power...
10.16.19 When We Run, We Win: The Impact of Increased Participation of Women in Politics
The number of women participating in politics is on an upward trend, and the stakes in 2020 have never been higher. Please join us as we...
5.01.19 RECAP - Smart Justice: Fighting for Criminal Justice Reform in Michigan
Thank you for joining us last week for our Smart Justice event. Our speakers have shared their presentations and they are included on the...
5.01.19 Smart Justice Campaign - Meet the Speakers
On Wednesday, May 1 PWA will host an event dedicated to Criminal Justice Reform in Michigan. The focus will be the ACLU's Smart Justice...
4.04.19 Upcoming Events: PWA, Gretchen Whitmer, and More!
April Events Calendar Sunday, April 14 Gazelle Girl 5K with Governor Whitmer Join PWA and Run/Walk with Governor Whitmer. Register here....
3.05.19 RECAP - What Comes Next: 10 Tips for Effective Advocacy
On February 20, 2019 Progressive Women's Alliance hosted over 60 people at the YWCA in Grand Rapids to hear from State Representative Jon...
2.20.19 What's Next: 10 Tips for Effective Advocacy w/ Rep. Jon Hoadley
Now that the 2018 elections are over and Michigan's 100th Legislative session has begun, you may find yourself asking "What comes next?" ...
11.15.18 Stepping Out for Stepping Up | A Thank You Event for Our Supporters
PWA would like to say CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU to all of our endorsed candidates who ran absolutely incredible and inspiring...
9.13.18 "Our Water, Our Vote"
Regardless of political party, all Michiganders can agree that access to safe, clean, affordable drinking water and maintaining our...
8.07.18 The Primary is Around the Corner - Get Involved and VOTE!
Election season is almost here and the first stop is the Primary! PWA endorsed candidate for Governor, Gretchen Whitmer, will be a great...
6.26.18 Education on the Ballot: Fighting for Michigan’s Future
For over a decade, Michigan’s student achievement scores have plummeted. Currently, Michigan fourth graders rank 41st nationwide in...
6.25.18 West Michigan for Whitmer Fundraiser
Join our inclusive West Michigan progressive community of elected representatives, labor, activist groups and other supporters as we...