Seattle Radical Women Activities
Seattle RW meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm, with light meal at 6:30pm
New Freeway Hall
5018 Rainier Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98118
Tel: 206-722-6057
Email: RW.seattle@radicalwomen.org
Facebook: Radical Women Seattle
Instagram: radicalwomenseattle
2024 ACTIVITIES ARCHIVE
Thursday, December 5, 6:30pm
Join Radical Women!
Winter Social and Discussion
Are you sick of patriarchy and capitalism? Want to know more about socialist feminism? Come by to talk about ideas, membership, and what’s on your mind. Light snacks available for a donation.
Thursday, December 5th, 6:30pm
Mimi Bar 5701 Rainier Ave S, Suite D, Seattle, WA 98118
Hosted by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057 , rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org, facebook.com/RWseattle
or instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Thursday, November 21, 7:00pm
Native American resistance in the Northwest: Tributes in film
Be inspired by courageous fights of Puget Sound area tribes for survival and sovereignty as shown in two powerful documentaries. Back to the River, a 40-minute film, features historic footage and recent interviews with leaders and participants in the “Fish Wars” along the banks of the Nisqually and Puyallup Rivers. The defiance of Indigenous men, women and children ultimately affirmed that U.S. and state governments must abide by treaty promises.
Also featured: We’re Still Here, an 8-minute interview of Cecile Hansen, who at the time was chairperson of the Duwamish Tribe. Seattle sits upon the territory of the Duwamish people, who are still deprived of federal recognition and resources as a tribe. Discussion follows the films.
Special guest Nancy Shippentower
will introduce Back to the River. Interviewed in the film, her family played a major role in winning fishing rights in the region.
Thursday, November 21, 7:00pm
$2-4 door donation. Light snacks at 6:30pm for a donation.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Hosted by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057 mailto:rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org, facebook.com/RWseattle
or instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Solidarity with striking Boeing Machinists!
Radical Women has been joining the picket lines to stand in solidarity with the Boeing Machinists who went on strike on September 13. Fellow unionists and community members are welcome on the picket lines that are operating 24/7 in Seattle, Renton, Everett and Auburn Washington. Picket lines and headquarters information can be found here. Continuing support is needed in other ways too.
Bring food donations for the strikers to New Freeway Hall (5018 Rainier Avenue S., Seattle) anytime between 10:00am-6:00pm Monday – Friday. Drop off water, protein-dense snacks, coffee, canned and dried food and baby supplies such as diapers and wipes for parents on strike. We’ll deliver them to the picket line!
Sign the solidarity pledge to show you stand with the striking Machinists!
Thursday, October 17, 7:00pm
Organizing meeting
An insider view of the disability justice movement
Don’t miss an informative video presentation by Kendra Scalia, a socialist feminist disability rights advocate in New York. Her talk highlights the emerging movement for disability justice (DJ) and the prominence of multiracial and women’s leadership. Explore why the fight for disability rights need to confront the patriarchy, colonialism, racism, and capitalism.
Also, on the agenda is a review of “Profit vs. Housing Affordability; The Free Market Won’t Solve our Nationwide Housing Affordability Problem” article from the Freedom Socialist newspaper. Open discussion to follow.
Light snacks at 6:30pm for a donation.
Thursday, October 17, 7:00pm
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Hosted by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057
rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org, facebook.com/RWseattle
or instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Thursday, September 19th, 7:00pm
Educational meeting
Trans rights in Singapore and fighting the “High Tide” of bigotry
Learn from an activist working on the issue how Singapore became a battleground for trans rights against US-backed right-wing fundamentalists. Get an understanding why these issues matter to feminists and activists in the U.S. and how to help trans people being imprisoned in Singapore. Discussion will follow.
Light snacks and drinks available for donation starting at 6:30pm.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainer Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Hosted by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057
rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org, facebook.com/RWseattle
or instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Women’s Rights Day 2024
A Salute to Ground-breaking Radical Electoral Sheroes
Celebrate the anniversary of U.S. women gaining the legal right to vote by toasting female law-breakers and scrappers who fought for all people’s access to the ballot. Through unconventional methods and alternative parties, these bold pioneers challenged the two-party electoral system that enshrines wealth and privilege. Time for a resurgence of that struggle!
Speaker
Christina López
Chicana feminist, immigrant rights and labor activist who ran for Vice President on the Freedom Socialist Party ticket in 2012.
Saturday, August 24
Program 7:00pm
Door: $5 donation ($2 for low-income, strikers and students)
Dinner: $10 donation (sliding scale available)
Hosted by Radical Women New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On #7 bus line & near Columbia City light rail station
To volunteer, arrange childcare or work exchanges, contact (206) 722-6057 or rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org, facebook.com/RWseattle
or instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Thursday, August 15, 6:30pm
Outreach and prep party
Help make Women’s Rights Day a success!
Radical Women is hosting a work party to prepare for our upcoming Women’s Rights Day celebration (details below). Get connected with like-minded activists and help with outreach, set-up and more!
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Seattle
On #7 bus, near Columbia City light rail station.
Light snacks available for donation.
For information: RW.Seattle@RadicalWomen.org, (206) 722-6057
Starting Monday, July 15th, 6:30pm
7-week public reading circle
Middle Eastern feminist voices for liberation
Explore women’s multi-faceted realities in different parts of the Middle East. Readings will include historic and modern-day writings that examine the challenges confronted by Arab, Iranian and Kurdish feminists and how they organize. Hear from Middle Eastern women about how they view true liberation. Discuss the role of U.S. feminists in building international solidarity. Get a window into the politics and cultures of this crucial region. Everyone welcome.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S., Seattle WA
On the #7 busline and near the Columbia City light rail station
Hosted by Radical Women
Reading packets available for sale at each session or by emailing rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org.
For more information: 206-722-6057
rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org
facebook.com/RWseattle
instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Thursday, July 18th, 7:00pm
Organizing meeting
Report back from the momentous feminist-labor action in Washington DC!
Members of the National Mobilization for Reproductive Justice (initiated by Radical Women), unionists and allies made their voices heard on the anniversary of the Dobbs decision with powerful speakers and the presentation of 640+ letters to the AFL-CIO president urging labor leadership in the right for reproductive justice. Come to this meeting to get the full story from attendees and Radical Women activists Emma Allen and Gina Petry on this historic achievement.
Light snacks and drinks available for donation starting at 6:30pm.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainer Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Sponsored by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057
rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org
facebook.com/RWseattle
instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Thursday, May 16, 7:00pm
Special Mental Health Month discussion
Seeking feminist solutions to the mental health crisis
More and more people each day are suffering acute mental and emotional distress. What is the impact on the most vulnerable in our society, including women, people of color, LGBTQI+ folks, and houseless individuals? Why is it essential to put this crisis in a larger context?
Hear from guest speaker and veteran feminist Sukey Wolf, licensed psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, on her experiences working in community mental health for over 25 years. She’ll examine these questions and discuss solutions that center the most at-risk. Open discussion follows the presentation.
Light snacks and drinks available for donation starting at 6:30pm.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainer Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Sponsored by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057
rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org
facebook.com/RWseattle
instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Thursday, April 18, 7:00pm
Educational meeting
Feminists combat climate change
Wildfires, hurricanes, monsoons, drought — unpredictable and devastating weather has uprooted the lives of millions across the globe. This is the picture of a planet in turmoil. What can be done? Come to this gathering to be part of an open discussion. We will kick off the evening with a review of the recent United Nations report “The unjust climate: measuring the impacts of climate change on rural poor, women and youth.” Discuss how activists have been and continue to battle this crisis. Bring your ideas!
Light snacks and drinks available for donation starting at 6:30pm.
Thursday, April 18, 7:00 pm
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainer Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Sponsored by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722-6057
rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org
facebook.com/RWseattle
instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Monday, March 25, 6:30pm
Online movie showing
The Abortion Pill
Beginning with current attempts to ban it, this 50-minute film draws startling parallels with the battle waged over nearly two decades to keep RU486, now called mifepristone, from the U.S. market. The story of the pill’s fascinating history begins with its invention in 1982 in France, travels to Germany, England, India, Brazil, China and finally to clinical trials in the United States. Featuring rare historical footage of political, scientific, corporate, and activist leaders from both sides of the abortion battle. It also shows how the same arguments and tactics are used today by anti-abortionists.
Also on the agenda, learn more about the upcoming Supreme Court case on mifepristone. This case threatens access to the pill even in states that protect abortion access. SCOTUS will start hearing the case on March 26 and a ruling is expected in June. Strategize on what can be done in response.
Monday, March 25, 6:30pm
Register at tinyurl.com/PSmobe
Sponsored by Puget Sound Mobilization for Reproductive Justice
For info or questions, contact pugetsoundmobe@gmail.com
Thursday, March 21, 7:00pm
Organizing meeting
Meet Seattle’s powerhouse feminists!
Learn about socialist feminist organizing and how to get involved. The meeting features a glimpse of this city’s women’s liberation movement and the role played by Radical Women in a critical review of a new book, Revolutionary Feminists: The Women’s Liberation Movement in Seattle. Hear about exciting developments in the labor campaign initiated by the National Mobilization for Reproductive Justice, and other organizing efforts by Radical Women. Bring your thoughts, questions and energy!
Light snacks and drinks available for donation starting at 6:30pm.
Thursday, March 21st, 7:00 pm
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainer Ave S., Seattle
On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light rail station.
Sponsored by Radical Women
For more information: 206-722- 6057; rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org; facebook.com/RWseattle; instagram.com/radicalwomenseattle/
Sunday, March 10, 4:00pm
International Women’s Day forum
Feminists defend Gaza! End the occupation!
Hear from a panel of activists from feminist, labor and Palestinian movements who will discuss how to end the Israeli government’s genocide.
* Aram Al-Nashash: Palestinian mother and activist, raised in Jordan, with roots in the West Bank city of Khalil (Hebron). Software development manager and proud “Arab Hijabi girl.”
* BH: Nurse, researcher, and educator active with Healthcare Workers for Palestine. She is an anti-capitalist organizer for abolition and political prisoners and has long advocated for Palestinians.
* Adrienne Weller: Anti-Zionist Jewish socialist feminist who has ardently protested for Palestinian rights for decades in Portland and Seattle. Retired public worker and anti-fascist organizer.
* Najma Haji Abdi: Bilingual paraeducator originally from the Somali region in Ethiopia. Passionate about women’s rights, she collaborates with high school students and staff building solidarity for Palestine
* Laila Taji: Palestinian American community advocate and organizer. Her background includes minor in education from Smith College, Bachelor’s from Johns Hopkins specialized in pediatric nursing and Masters in public health from the University of Washington.
Sunday, March 10, 4pm
To tune in via Zoom, register at: https://tinyurl.com/IWD2024zoom
Middle Eastern Supper follows the program for a $10 donation
Hosted by Seattle Radical Women
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 bus line, near the Columbia City light rail station.
For info or to arrange childcare: (206) 722-6057, rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org
Thursday, February 1, 7:00pm
Black History Month Film Showing
Agents of Change: How militant student protests won Ethnic Studies and affirmative action in the 1960s
A timely and inspiring look at how Black students led courageous strikes and occupations at San Francisco State University and Cornell University. Their demands for Black and Ethnic Studies, affirmative action in admissions and hiring, and an end to race discrimination laid the basis for a multi-racial coalition. But the far-reaching changes they won need to be fought for again today. The one-hour film will be followed by a discussion.
Thursday, February 1, 7pm – Doors open at 6:30pm.
$3-5 door donation. Light snacks available for donation
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 bus line, near the Columbia City light rail station.
For info or to arrange childcare: (206) 722-6057, rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org
Saturday, January 20, 10:00am
From the Puget Sound Mobilization for Reproductive Justice
for the anniversary of Roe v. Wade:
Stand up and speak out for abortion rights!
Help counter the anti-abortion extremists that regularly stand outside Planned Parenthood. Show solidarity with clinic patients and staff. Join the monthly defense and speak-out to follow.
Saturday, January 20, 10:00am
*Meet at 9:45 for an orientation*
Lee Minto Planned Parenthood Center
2001 E. Madison St., Seattle
Sponsored by the Puget Sound Mobilization for Reproductive Justice.
For information: pugetsoundmobe@gmail.com
Thursday, January 18, 6:30pm
Outreach and prep party
Get involved with upcoming organizing for clinic defense!
Radical Women is hosting a work party to help prepare for Puget Sound Mobilization’s clinic defense action on January 20th. Help with sign-making, outreach and more!
Thursday, January 18th, 6:30pm
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Seattle
On #7 bus, near Columbia City light rail station.
Light snacks available for donation.
For information: RW.Seattle@RadicalWomen.org, (206) 722-6057