Upcoming Events & Actions

Most of our upcoming events are presentations, efforts to get resolutions passed in various cities and counties, etc.  Check our calendar for dates, times and places.
ERA Minnesota
2021 Legislative Session (Virtual) Kickoff!
​January 5, 2021   *   11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Let's make sure our MN legislature is a Champion of the ERA!  This year we have to do things a little differently but it won't stop us from fighting for an ERA!
WHAT: First Day of Session Kickoff Virtual Event
WHERE: Zoom - register by email - send us your name 
WHEN: Tuesday, January 5th 11:30AM - 12:30PM
Join us as we welcome our Minnesota legislators to the 2021 Legislative Session! We'll gather (virtually) to talk about our plans and calls to action then host a watch party for the live stream swearing-in of the MN House & Senate!

To RSVP please email us HERE!

In previous years we would start the first day of session with a visit to every legislator's office then gather in the hallways outside the Senate and House chambers to cheer and welcome them as they go into session.   This year we have to do things a little differently but it won't stop us from fighting to make sure our MN legislature is a Champion of the ERA!

Quarterly Organizing Meetings

Be a part of this historic effort to FINALLY get an Equal Rights Amendment on our Minnesota and Federal Constitutions!!
Join us!  In person or call in.  All are welcome. Bring a friend!
Date - ​9:30 - 11:30
​- Location: TBD [Map]
- Quarterly Organizational Meeting

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ERA Minnesota
Post Election Call to Action!
​November 7, 2020   *   Noon - 1 pm
Join us the Saturday after Election Day for our zoom event on “What Comes Next?”.

This is our post-election Call-to-Action moment. Whatever happens on November 3rd, we’re ready to hit the ground running to achieve Equality in America! 

WHAT:  ERAMN Post-Election "What Comes Next?"  Meeting
WHEN: Saturday, November 7, 2020 - Noon to 1 pm
WHERE: Online via Zoom - RSVP HERE!
Over the last four years, in challenging political times, we produced exponential growth in advancing the EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT - by: garnering the last 3 states needed to achieve the constitutionally-required 3/4 states; for the 1st time in 50 years getting the ERA placed on a major party presidential candidate’s platform; and by passing our ERA bills through both the US House & the Minnesota House. 
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And now, in the year 2021, we intend to take the ERA over the top both STATEWIDE & NATIONALLY! 

Join us to hear from ERA experts who will give an update of where we stand and be able to participate in a deliberative discussion on immediate actions we can take in Congress & the MN Legislature to reach our goal of legalizing equality for ALL!
ERA Minnesota
Annual Membership Meeting
​September 26, 2020
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Join us this Saturday ( 9/26/20) to hear updates on the status of the ERA in Minnesota and Nationally and be a part of making plans for 2020-'21!

Want to get more involved? We'll be electing Working Group members, our Vice President and Secretary so there are lots of opportunities to become a part of the team! 
 
How does leadership work within ERAMN?
Our leadership consists of an elected Working Group (19 members) and within that there is the Executive Committee (7 members). *For details on our Executive Committee and Working Group see below.

We will be voting in 16 Working Group members including our Vice President and Secretary ~ all are welcome to attend the meeting but you need to be a Member of ERAMN to vote, so be sure to confirm your membership before the meeting by emailing HERE! 

To become a voting member visit HERE!

WHAT: ERAMN Annual Organizational Meeting
WHEN: Sept 26th, 9:30-11:30am
WHERE: Online via Zoom - RSVP HERE!
Positions
*Executive Committee:
  • President 
  • Vice President 
  • President Emeriti 
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • At-Large (2)​​

*Working Group Committees:
  • Fundraising 
  • Communications 
  • Volunteer Coordinator 
  • Marketing/Website 
  • State Legislation 
  • National Legislation 
  • Partner Outreach 
  • Inclusion & Diversity 
  • Education & Outreach 
  • Membership 
  • At Large (2)

National Virtual Online Music Concert 
to Celebrate 100 Years of Women's Suffrage
Women's Equality Day:
​August 26, 2020 at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT
​FaceTheMusic4ERA: ​Songs of Unity & Action

On Women’s Equality Day (August 26, 2020), ERAMN and our ERA Allies across the US will feature a National Virtual Online Music Concert: FaceTheMusic4ERA to:​
  • Raise Awareness
  • Energize Activists
  • Support the Equal Rights Amendment
  • Strengthen our National Coalition
For more details and a roster of performers check our Women's Equality Day page.
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Facebook Live Event

ERA Rally & Lobby Day
in honor of International Women's Day
March 5, 2020:  11 am - Rally,  ​1 pm - Lobbying

Meet in the MN State Capital Rotunda
We will be holding our annual Rally and Lobby Day on Thursday, March 5 from 11 am to 3 pm.  Join us to lobby your legislators (focusing on Senators!) and rally in support of an ERA.  (See below for maps and parking info)
Agenda:
  • ​11:00 - 11:30 am  Rally at the Rotunda
  • 11:30 - 11.45 noon Photo Op!
  • 11:45 - 1:00 pm visit your Rep/lunch?
  • 1:00 - 3:00 pm  Lobbying*
​*Meet in Senate Conference Room 2412 for Lobbying information, postcards, directions, camaraderie, etc. (map below)
ERA Minnesota
General Membership Meeting
​January 11, 2020
9:30 am - 11:30 am
What's Happening in 2020?
Join us this Saturday to find out the status of the ERA both nationally and here in Minnesota and what you can do to help!
WHAT:
ERAMN Quarterly General Meeting
WHEN:
Saturday, January 11th, 9:30 - 11:30am
WHERE:
​Sumner Library, 611 Van White Memorial Blvd., Minneapolis, MN 55411 [Map]

​*Call-in option available: 
Dial: (712) 451-0821, passcode: 491317
Do Good, Together
A Night of Community, Action & Politics
​December 19, 2019
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrate Surviving 2019 and Kick Off 2020 with Power and Purpose!
Join ERA MN, the Third Thursdays Legislative Coalition, MSP NOW and Women's March Minnesota for a night of community, action and politics.
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A fun night out full of all your favorite things! 

Community Service Activities: writing thank-you cards to legislators, or assembling care kits
Donations: paperback books for the Women's Prison Book Project and diapers or hygiene products for our friends at Perspectives.
Politics: watch and discuss the democratic debate

Date: Thursday, December 19, 2019
Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Where: Black Dog Cafe, 308 Prince Street, Saint Paul, MN 55101  [Map]
Theater of Public Policy
Bryant Lake Bowl Theater
​November 18, 2019
7:00 pm - doors open at 6:00 pm
The Era for the E.R.A.? with Betty Folliard
Learn AND laugh. Each week, The Theater of Public Policy hosts a smart guest for a live on-stage discussion on a big issue or idea. Then the cast brings everything the guest said to life through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater.

Date: Monday, November 18, 2019
Time: 7:00 pm, doors open at 6 pm
Where: Bryant Lake Bowl, 810 W Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Tickets:  $12.00  [buy online]  $15.00 at the door
ERA MN Annual Fundraiser
​October 24, 2019
5:00 - 7:00 pm 
2020 is going to be a big year, help us make it even bigger!
While there have been many great advancements for equality, we still have a LONG way to go! We can't do it without your support!  Join us as we celebrate how far we've come and focus our energy on FINALLY passing the ERA into the Minnesota State and National Constitutions!

Be a Sponsor!   Add your name to our sponsor list !

Date: Thursday, October 24, 2019
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Where: Betty Folliard's, 1203 Scheffer Ave, St. Paul, MN
Sponsors:  

Suzann Willhite
Gloria: A Life
Sept. 28th - Oct. 20, 2019
7:30 pm 
When: September 28 - October 20
  • We were there for the opening!  The play is fantastic.  The actors are great and the venue is personal.  Don't miss it!
  • Discount tickets ($30) -- call the History Center (651-292-4323) and give them the code ERAMN when you buy your tickets. (Deal not available online.)  Note: $6 service fee incurred.
  • ​5:00 pm box office opens if you are looking to buy tickets day of
  • 7:30 pm  Play starts
Where: History Theater, 30 East 10th Street, St. Paul, MN (corner of 10th & Cedar)
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Screening "RBG"
​Thurs., Oct. 3, 
7:30 pm 
  • Heather Allison, ERAMN Pres is the special guest!
  • Doors at 7:30pm
  • Movie Starts at 8:00pm
  • Cost: suggested donation of $5-$20 to pay the filmmakers
  • Please bring friends and BYOB. Admission is usually by donation unless noted. 
  • More Info
MSP NOW
Run Like a Girl 5K
September 29th, 2019
8:00 am - ?
When: Sunday Sept 29
  • ​8:00 am registration opens
  • 8:45 am  pre-race program,
  • 9:00 am  race start
Where: Lake Como, St Paul MN
More Info: Check the MSP NOW website.
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Suffrage Day Summer Social
September 7th, 2019  6-9pm
What:  ERAMN will be hosting a good old fashioned Summer Social with rootbeer floats, a potluck buffet, an outdoor screening of the short film "Legalize Equality",  and a bonfire!

Why:  In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Minnesota Suffrage Day (women getting the right to vote), and a look at the work still to be done.

Where:  2150 Mailand Road E, St. Paul, MN  55119.  ​

Food Note:  We'll supply the hot dogs (all beef and veggie), condiments, chips and a keg of root beer - feel free to bring a side or dessert to share - or your own beverage if root beer isn't your thing :-) ! 

Cost:  FREE -- but donations are always welcome!
MN League of Women Voters'
​MN Women's Suffrage Day
September 8th, 2019
Noon - 5 pm
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Minnesota's ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which expanded voting rights for women.
@ Minnesota State Capitol 

​See schedule on the League of Women Voters' website.
Women's Equality Day
August 26, 2019
Celebrate Women's Equality Day by joining with ERAMN to hand out fans at the Minnesota State Fair.  Let us know HERE .

OR celebrate by contacting your Senator HERE and letting them know how important women's FULL equality is to you!  You can also visit with Senators in the Education Building.  For a full fair schedule check HERE. 
2019 NOW Conference - ​July 19-21st
ERAMN is proud to be a part of this year's national conference where the ERA will be front and center during the weekend's events! 

You won't want to miss these SPEAKERS, WORKSHOPS and the opportunity to network with ERA supporters from around the country!

To register or find out more on the conference go HERE!  (You don't have to be a member to attend!)

Heart of the Beast ​May Day Festival
Sunday 5/5/19
Noon - 7 pm
Celebrate spring and support equality at the Heart of the Beast May Day Parade and Festival in Powder Horn Park!

Join in the fun and march with us in the parade (wear green and/or white!) or help us at the information table -- please RSVP HERE.

If you can't do either -- you can still visit us at our information table in Powderhorn Park!
​Parade starts at 12 noon,
Festival is from 3 - 7 pm
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Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival
Saturday, 5/4/19 West St. Paul 
9 am - 4 pm
Put on your green and white (and red!) and celebrate Cinco De Mayo!  
When: 8:30am parade lineup
At: Corner of Elizabeth & Baker Sts
In: West St. Paul
​Unit Info: ERAMN is unit #62 ​
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Film Screening
Sat. April 20, 2019
9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for a screening of the evocative and informative film "Equal Means Equal".  Stick around after for a discussion and update on where the ERA is now!

WHEN: Saturday, April 20th 9:30am - 12:30pm
WHERE: Southdale Library, 7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435

ERA Lobby Day & Rally
on International Women's Day
March 8, 2019
​9:00 am - Lobbying
10:00 am - Rally

Meet in the MN State Capital Rotunda
We will be holding our annual Lobby Day and Rally on Friday, March 8 from 9 am to noon.  Join us to lobby your legislators and rally in support of an ERA.  (See below for maps and parking info)

Agenda:
  • ​9:00 - 10:00 am  Lobbying
  • 10:00 - 10:45 am  Rally
  • 10:45 - 11:00 am Photo Op!  
  • 11:00 - 12:00 noon  Lobbying 
  • Noon - 2:00 pm  NETWORKING LUNCHEON
    Networking Luncheon at the Best Western Capitol Ridge, Peddler's Pub     ​

MN x MN
February 24, 2019
All Day

At Harding Senior High
ERA Minnesota, along with many more Minnesota-based organizations, will be holding educational sessions, workshops, exhibit tables and more at this 2nd annual conference designed to "take activism from elections to legislation in 2019!"

For more information on MNxMN visit  MNxMN.org

Join Us!
​Ground Hog Day Event
​February 2, 2019
​1:00 - 4:00 pm

Join us for an afternoon of advocacy and activism!! 
Hook & Ladder Theater & Lounge; 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, 55406   [MAP]

We'll be:
  • Celebrating our win in the House Gov Ops Committee (passing HF13 & HF71)
  • Screening the short film "Legalize Equality",
  • Holding a Silent Auction and Raffle
  • Hearing from Minnesota ERA bill authors and guest speakers,
  • Sampling appetizers from Gandhi Mahal and 
  • Enjoying entertainment by community performers!

Social Media Campaign​

Mid September we kicked off our Social Media campaign to raise awareness and to encourage and inspire citizens to find out where their 2018 legislative candidate stands on the issue of an Equal Rights Amendment and  contact them to let them know where they stand will effect your vote.

Watch for these FB ads:

ERA House Bill Hearing!
​January 24, 2019
9:45 - 11:45 am

Minnesota State Capitol - State Office Building
Let's fill the chamber with green!!  Join us at the Government Operations & Veterans Affairs Committee Hearing on Thursday, January 24 @ 9:45 a.m. - State Office Building, Basement, Room 10.

This is a great reason to take the morning off and show your support of the ERA.  If it passes this committee is will go to the floor (with a couple of procedural stops along the way) to be voted on by the whole House of Representatives. (FYI: It passed!)  We need to let them know that the citizens of Minnesota demand equal rights!
The bills will be introduced by the authors: 
  • Rep. Mary Kunesh-Podein
    HF13 - Minnesota ERA
  • Rep. Rena Moran
    RSF200 - Removing the Federal deadline
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Experts Testifying:
  1. Lisa Stratton
  2. Jettie Ann Hill
  3. Trista MatasCastillo
  4. Pheng Thao
  5. Ruben Vazquez
  6. Deb Fitzgerald​
Watch video clips of the expert testimonies!

Women's March
​January 19, 2019
10-12 (March); 12-2pm (Rally)

Minnesota State Capitol
We're proud to be a part of this year's march!  Join us and show your support for women and the ERA! We'll have signs to hold and buttons to wear!

DETAILS FOR THE DAY
  • 10am: We will be lining up at the corner of Marion Street and Ravoux - look for the big green ERA YES signs!
  • 10:30am: We march to the State Capitol!
  • Noon: Rally at the Capitol

Want to volunteer with us on the day? Signs!
  • We have signs available; grab one on the day or pick one up in advance by contacting Heather at: heather@eramn.org or 651-214-17202
  • Or feel free to make your own! You don't have to be an artist - FUN FACT! the original ERA YES signs were made using masking tape on green backing! It's easy! 

For more information on the March visit HERE

For more information on the March visit WomensMarchMN.com

ERA MN Fundraiser
Thursday, November 15
​5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

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Thanks to our Sponsors: Women's Foundation of MN, Women's March MN, League of Women Voters MN, Gender Justice, Julie Bunn & Janet Berry.
This year the Federal Equal Rights Amendment (#ERA) was ratified in the 37th state leaving only 1 more state needed to ratify ERA nationally. Now the real work begins!
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Let's celebrate our success and focus our energy getting an ERA into our own MN constitution and on garnering 1 more state for the nation to get an ERA on our country's constitution!

Although we are a grassroots, volunteer organization we do need funds for awareness raising, education, print materials, postage, advertising, organizing, website hosting, mailings, signs, buttons, and more!  If you can contribute to help defray some of the costs -- great!  Buy your ticket today!  What price can you put on Equality?! 
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We look forward to seeing you there!

Thanks to our Sponsors:  

Julie Bunn

Janet Berry

Social Media Campaign​Kickoff

Mid September we are kicking off our Social Media campaign to raise awareness and to encourage and inspire citizens to find out where their legislative candidate for the 2018 elections stands on the issue of an Equal Rights Amendment and  contact them to let them know where they stand will effect your vote.

Find out about your candidate on our Elections page or check out the new  Soar! and Why? pages.

Launching of the Billboard Campaign!

June 2018: How great is this?!  This is the first billboard and it's up along I-94 south of St. Cloud, there will be another going up in July on Hwy 10.  We would love to put more billboards up around town but need money to do it.  Each billboard costs about $3,000.  Can you help?  $100?  $50?  Even $10 would be great!  If YES - please go to our Go Fund Me page.  Read more about our billboard campaign.  ​

ERA MN Joins MN NOW @
Pride Parade & Festival

  Saturday, June 23 @ 10 am until Sunday, June 24 @ 6 pm.  Find us at booth R98 - near Harmon Place. 

Learn more about MN NOW, ERA MN, our effort to get an Equal Rights Amendment in the MN Constitution and the Billboard Campaign.  You can also vote for your favorite bill board idea! 
Celebrating Powerful Everyday Women

Solar Arts Bldg, 711 NE 15th Ave., Minneapolis
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join the conversation as we build our community together.
​“Equal Means Equal”
Film Screening & Discussion

Eastside Freedom Library
1105 Greenbrier St, St. Paul 
Monday, April 16, 2018
7:00  - 9:00 p.m.
​Cost: FREE
EQUAL MEANS EQUAL offers an unflinching look at how women are treated in the United States today. Examining both real-life stories and precedent-setting legal cases, director Kamala Lopez uncovers how outdated and discriminatory attitudes inform and influence seemingly disparate issues...
Local Actions Group in partnership with ERA MN Host:
"Let's Talk Women!" Conference
 Saturday, February 24, 2018
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Check-In: 11:30am

University of Minnesota
Carlson School of Management - 3M Auditorium
321 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis MN  55455

​The cost of the event is:
  $25 for general admission / $5 for students*
*Please note: student tickets must be picked up at will call with a student ID
First Day of Legislative Session!
MN State Capitol: 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard., St Paul, MN 55155
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
​Meet on the second floor.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

​MNxMN 2018: Beyond Resistance
​Harding High School
​ 1540 E 6th Street, St Paul, MN 55106​
Sunday, January 28, 2018
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Women's March Minnesota Presents: Hear Our Voice!

​Union Depot
96 Dale Street N, St Paul, MN  55102
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Sunday, January 21, 2018
4:00 - 7:00 pm
From Women's March MN:
"From a march to a movement. Join us Jan. 21, 2018 at the Union Depot in St. Paul as we move from protest to power. Enjoy an evening of music and messages from feminist leaders to celebrate the one year anniversary of the Women’s March movement and Women’s March Minnesota. Reignite your passion and help us harness the power of all women to create change for the better. 

ERA MN Kickoff of
The Year of the Women!
Fundraiser & Awareness Building

Sweeney's Oak Room 
96 Dale Street N, St Paul, MN  55102

​Saturday, January 20, 2018
4:40 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us as we gear up to demand the Equal Rights Amendment be put on the ballot in MN this November!

We'll strategize, share stories and experience and learn more how the ERA can make a difference.
“EQUAL MEANS EQUAL”
Film Screening
on Women’s Equality Day!

​Humphrey School of Public Affairs, 301 19th Ave. S., Mpls

Saturday, August 26, 2017
7:00  - 9:00 p.m.
"The film “EQUAL MEANS EQUAL”, produced by Heroica Films, offers an unflinching look at how women are treated in the United States today.  Examining both real-life stories and precedent-setting legal cases, director Kamala Lopez reveals the inadequacy of present laws that claim to protect women, ultimately presenting a compelling and persuasive argument for the urgency of ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment." 
Carnitas & Beer Fundraiser!

Urban Growler: 2325 Endicott Street, St. Paul

​Tuesday, September 19, 2017
4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Join us for an evening of tasty food, hand-crafted beer, a silent  auction and more at Minnesota's first woman-owned microbrewery!

Tickets are $30 and includes carnitas and one beverage.  Soft drinks and vegetarian options are available.  
Protest Against Sexual Harassment!

​Hosted by Minnesota Protests 
MN State Capitol Rotunda:
75 MLK Jr Boulevard., St Paul
Friday, November 17, 2017
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Join us at the Rotunda to take a stand to send a very clear message that we will NOT tolerate SEXUAL HARASSMENT!!!

​At the same time, we will be supporting and encouraging the women who have spoken out against Rep. Cornish and Sen. Schoen. 
ERA Minnesota Annual International Women's Day Rally At The Capitol!
MN State Capitol Rotunda:
​75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., St Paul, MN 55155
Thursday, March 8, 2018;  8:30am - Noon
  • ​If you are going to be at any event -- this is it!  Please make time to be there.  
  • This is the time to show our legislators in numbers that we demand an ERA!! 
  • If we can't convince them -- an ERA will never get on the ballot for the citizens to vote on.
Our goal is to get the Equal Rights Amendment on the Minnesota ballot in 2018 and we need your help!
Schedule for the day:
​8:30-10am: 
We'll be sending you out to meet your legislators and tell them how much the ERA means to you. 
10:30-11:30am: 
Join fellow supporters to rally in the rotunda!  We'll hear from bill authors and leaders from our partnering organizations on their support of the ERA. ​
We need volunteers to sit in House & Senate committee meetings!
We need volunteers to come and show presence in these meetings to make sure that the committees who are currently sitting on our bills know we're here and not going anywhere until our bills get hearings! 

[Learn more about the process, committee members and meeting locations on our MN ERA page.]
The three committees and their scheduled meeting times are:
  1. Senate Judiciary & Public Safety  
    (Mon, Tues & Wed:  1-2:30 pm)

  2. House Civil Law & Data Practices 
    (Tues & Thurs:  8:15 am)

  3. House Gov. Operations & Elections 
    (Tues, Wed & Thurs:  10:15 am)

To sign-up fill out this FORM or contact Heather at: heather@eramn.org
Find out about your legislator, where they stand, how to talk to them, tips for convincing them, contact info and a printable reference sheet to bring with you to the capitol on our Lobbying 101 page.