The battle for the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) entered another phase today as 52 prominent women’s rights and social justice groups across the country filed an amicus curiae brief opposing the efforts of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to stop the Equal Rights Amendment following its ratification by Nevada, Illinois and Virginia – the final three of the thirty-eight states required for an amendment to the Constitution.

As if COVID-19 was not already decimating our communities across the United States, we are confronted by the continued dehumanization of Black lives by police officers and vigilantes who take the lives of Black people without remorse and with virtual impunity. This disturbing reality is something that we must all face head on and seek to change. Learn how to educate yourself and others, take action, and get out the vote.

Here's how we can build our resilience and take action during the COVID-19 crisis. Get links to key factual information and resources for New Yorkers, actions you can take from home, and how women are impacted. We will continue to add updates and resources, so be sure to check back.

Monica entered prison as a young victim of drug addiction and severe domestic violence and is walking out a mature college-educated woman, with a strong support network, who will contribute to society in meaningful ways.

BSA continues to deny Sydney Ireland--first female to accomplish Eagle Rank--her due.