“Never doubt that a group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
– Margaret Mead
Our Mission
RWP advocates to uphold democracy and protect our planet, where the dignity of all people on the Rockaway Peninsula and beyond are respected, honored and protected.
Our Vision
Rockaway Women for Progress envisions a Rockaway, United States, and world where the dignity of the individual is respected and all are honored and protected; where people – regardless of socio-economic status, race, religion, ethnicity, country of origin, age, abilities, gender identity, sexual orientation – can live and prosper safely and without fear; where access to health, education, and a sustainable environment are guaranteed and not considered a privilege.
RWP Through the Years
Since inception, RWP has organized and implemented countless events and programs throughout our community to educate, inspire, empower and create a positive impact on the world around us, sometimes creating important coalitions by partnering with other organizations. Below are some of RWP's impactful events and initiatives.
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Partnered with Hands Across the Sand to support efforts to end offshore drilling and environmental action.
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Campaign with Sane Energy to stop the building of the Williams Pipeline through petitions, postcard writing and testifying at public meetings.
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Held locally a live show of the Off-Broadway play "We the People". Some of the support form this event helped support Democratic Candidates in the 2018 midterm elections.
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Chose four Democratic candidates in the 2018 Midterm Elections to support, running postcard campaigns, fundraising, phone banking and canvassing. Three of the Four won their seats.
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Held a Vigil following the violence in Charlottesville bringing together community leaders and residents to reflect and the loss of life in solidarity.
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RWP was chosen as a Member of the Queens Complete Count Committee holding events and initiatives throughout Rockaway to increase the participation in the 2020 Census.
People of various ages with signs gathered at a vigil on the boardwalk
A group of people standing in front of a museum exhibit entrance that reads "What Hate Can Do" with audio tour devices around their necks
People of various ages with signs gathered at a vigil on the boardwalk