I am sitting here in pain as my immune system fights my body. I have a list of diagnosis…chronic illnesses. I want to attend the local march, but even that poses challenges. Today I saw this, perfect! I march for all women, who deserve to be treated better. Do not judge me, I might…
Author: tlmariemarttinen
JENNIFER VANDYKE
I BELIEVE WOMEN SHOULD BE EMPOWERED AND RESPECTED.
Gwen Williams
I am a child and adolescent of the 60’s and 70’s, a maturing and career climber of the 80’s and 90’s, and now a 21st-century senior citizen who is comfortable in her own skin. I marched for civil rights, the ERA, the Million Mom march for gun safety– and if not for my physical limitations…
Fay Baker
My name is Fay Baker. I have post-polio & am unable to march.. I am holding my youngest grandson & praying that he grows up in a world of kindness & love. I am very afraid for him under this new president. That is why I wish to participate today.
Julia Dutton Peterson
I am unable to march due to severe sciatica. I send my thoughts to those Washington marchers and marchers all over the world. We must unite for fairness, justice, access to care and to counteract hate. I want my grandsons to live in a safe and international world. I want to give credit to my…
Tracy Mulroy
I am a 48 year old woman with a rare disease known as Osteogenesis Imperfecta. I have had more surgeries, broken bones and serious health issues than I can count yet I have always overcome the adversity life has thrown my way. I graduated from college and from Georgetown University School of Law at…
Jessica Elaine DeLuna
I’m a 22 year old female from NYS who suffers from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and possibly other disorders. I was pursuing a B.S. in Civil Engineering, until my health forced me to leave school. I am joining the March because as a disabled woman my rights are not valid or recognized by…
T. Grundstein
As a queer-dis-abled activist of human rights I’d like to support all Americans who are queer, dis-abled, poc, native Americans, poor, elderly, women* or are marginalized in any kind. Be loud and be proud! Much love from overseas. See my video narrative at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OquQdA0jwc