Denise Novoselski: Here is a bit of biography. I hope this works. I am sure you are besieged by messages.
After receiving a degree in Journalism from U.S.C., I worked in the field of communications for 30 years (I then founded a jewelry design company). I am now retired but committing myself to political action. I believe that all of us who are marching in 340 cities, or there in spirit, cam become a powerful and cohesive group. I want to ensure that there is a great depth of inclusion in this group that allows us to be sisters and brothers learning about each other and representing each other. Only this way, can we attain loving kindness and compassion towards ourselves and the planet and the beings of all types it hosts.

Alex H.:
Comment: I have epilepsy. I am living in a brain injury rehab facility. I cannot attend the walk because I have no transportation. I am a constant advocate for womens ‘ rights and liberties. I encourage one and all to stand together against what women have worked hard to achieve as we witness it slowly, (literally) and shamefully going away.

Holly Brown: I am disabled due to a severe car accident I was in 14 years ago.  I was so disappointed I couldn’t be in DC for the Women’s March nor my local March. I grew up during a time when women had to get abortions in secret and many died. The pill and other birth control options were available.  My heroes were Gloria Steinman and the women who fought for our Constitutional and Human rights. Then Roe v. Wade was approved by The Supreme Court.  I feel all the progress that was made is now at jeopardy with the Trump Administration.  We must stand up and let it be known that we will not tolerate this.

Sheila Stark: I have an injury in a knee that makes mobility challenging, but I’d love to participate.   As you can see from my tee, that is black with green apples, I am a recently retired teacher .  I live in the Central Valley of California, but I will be marching in spirit.  Please include me as Sheila Reed Stark, Merced, CA.

Marie: Comment: Thank you for being there!

Brenda Burns: It is important to me to be a participant in this virtual march to establish my concern for the rights, support, and equality of women, those who are disabled and those who have a rare disease.  Too often, we are the forgotten population over the concerns of the many.  Our voices can be easily blotted out and disregarded.  As an individual who has Systemic Scleroderma, it is even more imperative that I raise my voice and this virtual presence.  My disease does not afford me the health and mobility to march, nor the ability to tolerate the cold.  Please know I am with you in spirit!

Name: Bishop Cait FinneganThe Celtic Christian Church
www.celticchristianchutch.org
I am unable to march due to focal & peripheral neuropathy. My daughter, Rose, will march for us both on Boston Common! I march for: respect & care of elderly and disabled, universal healthcare, women’s rights, for equality, & religious freedom for all. I march to protect immigrants from all countries. I march for renewable energy. I march to defy walls!
Bp. Cait Finnegan
Pennsylvania
Steve: Why I Am Joining The March : The Disability March allows people with disabilities, like myself and so many others who want to participate in social movements and various marches and protests against the oncoming political regime, to ensure that our voices are heard. Donald Trump needs to know what we think of his harmful policies, statements, and rhetoric, and an online march to amplify our voices is a perfect way to make that happen.

Name: Terri La Rue
Why I Am Joining The March : With a knee surgery scheduled for just four days before the march, I was devastated when I found out I wouldn’t be able to make it. This mass show of support and solidarity for women everywhere has meant so much to me for so long, and the inclusion of those unable to participate in the physical march speaks volumes about the kindness and inclusion we are capable of. I am proud to be a woman in good company, and I will “march” for the brighter days to come.

Jill Karlsson: Why I Am Joining The March : Disrespecting persons with disabilities, women, people who are impoverished, immigrants, minorities and national alliances while praising foreign dictators who suppress their own people is not acceptable behavior in a POTUS.