Hampton Roads Parade for Progress
About the Event
Theme: "Divine Feminine Rising: Celebrating Progress, Unity, and Empowerment"
The Girls Take Granby is a unifying and celebratory demonstration of progress for women in Hampton Roads. This event is part of the Hampton Roads Weekend of Women (HRWOW), dedicated to highlighting the achievements, voices, and resilience of women across our community.
This is not a protest against any individual or political figure. Rather, it is a vibrant display of solidarity and action, focusing on progress, opportunity, and the power of women to lead and shape the future.
Key Themes
- Progress for Women in Hampton Roads Celebrate the advancements made in women’s rights, leadership, and community building within the region. This march highlights the stories of women who have led the way and inspires the next generation of change-makers.
- Unity Across Diversity Emphasize the strength found in the diversity of women’s experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we honor the unique contributions every woman brings to her community.
- Empowerment Through Action Inspire attendees to take actionable steps toward personal and collective growth. The Girls Take Granby is a call to embrace leadership, collaboration, and the belief that women can drive meaningful change.
- The Divine Feminine RisingA spiritual and cultural acknowledgment of the feminine energy that nurtures, leads, and transforms. This theme reinforces that our demonstration is one of positivity, creation, and progress.
What to Expect
- Opening Remarks: Inspirational speakers will kick off the march, sharing stories of empowerment and progress.
- March Route: A peaceful and celebratory march taking over Granby Street, concluding with a rally at the statue.
- Interactive Elements:
- Community vendors celebrating women’s stories.
- Opportunities to connect with local organizations supporting women’s initiatives.
Key Messaging
- This is not a protest. The Girls Take Granby is a celebration of how far we’ve come and a rallying cry for the work yet to be done.
- Progress, not division. Together, we demonstrate what unity and collaboration can achieve.
- Empowered women empower communities.
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Attendees
Starts on
Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM EST
Ends on
Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST
