From NYTimes: “To avoid that silent complicity, people can learn to become active bystanders: individuals who work to create cultures that actively reject harmful or discriminatory behavior through targeted interventions.”
National Organization for Women
Palm Beach County NOW is a chapter of the National Organization of Women. PBC NOW brings a well-rounded expertise on women’s issues, including equal rights issues for the LGBT community, family court and education issues, reproductive rights, human trafficking and more.
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From NYTimes: “To avoid that silent complicity, people can learn to become active bystanders: individuals who work to create cultures that actively reject harmful or discriminatory behavior through targeted interventions.”
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Are you a woman between the age of 16 and 45 who was married when she was younger than 18? If so, researchers at UT Austin want to talk to you!
Interviews are:
– About 90 minutes
– Held via phone or Zoom
– A great way to contribute to increasing knowledge about young marriage in the US
If you are interested, please feel free to contact the lead researcher (info below). If you are not eligible, please feel free to share with contacts!
Contact info:
Lead researcher: Jamie O’Quinn
PhD Candidate, The University of Texas at Austin
Phone: (512) 489-6646
Email: joquinn@utexas.edu
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Click on the link to watch this short and important message from Arlene Ustin, PBC NOW VP (4:19 min)
Florida has some shocking statistics about guns in 2020, including:
1 million Floridians have requested background checks to purchase gun(s),
gun dealers estimate that 80% of their sales are for new guns, and
since July, 80,000 have applied for Conceal and Carry permits.
Palm Beach County NOW is a grassroots feminist organization fighting for women’s issues and justice since 1972.
Learn more about us.
Mailing Address
Palm Beach County NOW
P.O. Box 7322
Delray Beach, FL 33482
Phone
888-394-0004
E-Mail
nowpbc@gmail.com