This newsletter is a comprehensive list by date of area happenings, resources and group meetings plus ongoing events. Submit a request to this email arcandreturn@gmail.com to be included on the newsletter email list. The newsletter is published every Friday.

We the People

An Activist Workgroup that meets at the Lawrence Public Library on the lower floor on Sundays from 1:30 - 2:30 pm.

Boots on the Ground Midwest

An Indivisible Group

“We’re a grassroots organization that mobilizes and motivates our community in response to the crisis in our federal government. Action is power.”

Kansas 50501

This is a Kansas chapter of the national 50501 Movement. This group is dedicated to upholding the constitution, ending executive overreach, returning power to the 3 equal branches of government and to joining in civil non-violent resistance.

More at their Bluesky Link and their Reddit link

Douglas County Democratic Party

The mission of the Douglas County Democrats is to develop and promote government policies and leadership that improve the quality of life for all people and increases participation in the democratic process.

Kansas Regulars

“This country doesn’t belong to only the rich. It belongs to us. We need bold, organized action. But history doesn't wait for permission—and neither can we. It’s time to fight like Kansans.”

The Sunflower Coalition

“We are a group of dedicated international volunteers in Ukraine and abroad. Together, we put our collective efforts in providing humanitarian aid, fundraising, and supporting the people of Ukraine however we can during this horrific war. Our volunteer team includes specialists in multiple fields collaborating to administer our skills wherever needed.”

PFLAG Lawrence

PFLAG is the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.

Mobilize

From Wikipedia

Mobilize is an American technology platform and network that allows volunteers to sign up for events such as rallies, virtual meetings, canvassing, phone banking, and get out the vote.

NAACP Lawrence, KS Branch

“Fighting for equal rights without race discrimination. Nationally strong.
Locally targeted.”

Be The Bear (formerly KW4KH

“An inclusive group for women and nonbinary folx to organize and participate in the creation of communities and a country where we can thrive.”

Defend Democracy ICT

“Defend Democracy ICT is a community-driven, nonviolent movement committed to fostering civic engagement, open dialogue, and collective action across Wichita and Kansas.

Sanctuary Alliance Lawrence Kansas

“A collective of community organizers establishing Sanctuary for Lawrence by;
-Creating Policy that will hold our city employees accountable for their interactions with federal enforcement
- Providing resources & support to the local immigrant community”

Indivisible of Manhattan, Kansas

“Based in Manhattan, Kansas, we are one of many locally led Indivisible groups across the nation dedicated to honoring democracy and sharing factual truths.”

Mainstream Coalition

Mainstream Coalition, based in Mission, KS “is dedicated to creating a more representative and responsive government by empowering informed participation and meaningful action in the political process. We envision a Kansas political system that represents all of its constituents.”

Coalition for Collaborative Governance

“We envision collaborative governance that empowers all stakeholders—residents, community organizations, businesses, and city government—to shape local policies, budgets, and outcomes.” Based in Lawrence, KS.

Loud Light

“Loud Light engages, educates, and empowers individuals from underrepresented populations to build community power that has an impact on decision makers. We’re Transforming Kansas: voter registration, informative videos, coalition building, civic engagement, youth voter turnout.”

Indivisible KC

“INDIVISIBLE KC IS A ONE STOP UMBRELLA FOR ALL ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS IN THE KANSAS CITY AND SURROUNDING AREA. IF YOU BELONG TO ANOTHER LOCAL OR NATIONAL ORGANIZATION WE WELCOME YOU TO JOIN US. WE ARE ASSOCIATED WITH THE NATIONAL GROUP : INDIVISIBLE.”

Somos Kansas

“Since 2010 We have engaged and empowered Latino Kansans to learn, access, and implement programming in multi-generational and mix status communities. Innovative civic engagement strategies that provide important resource information and advocacy support.”

​Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Reconciliation (AIRR)

“AIRR is committed to empower and uplift the voices of the immigrant community and providing them with the tools they need to better protect themselves and their families.”

FCAN Franklin County Action Network

“Franklin County Action Network’s mission is to promote positive change through civic engagement on issues of economic sustainability, social justice, planetary wellbeing, rule of law, and preservation of our democracy.”

Leading Kansas

“A nonpartisan entity dedicated to holding elected officials accountable to the people, not their party or special interests.”

Central Kansas Activists

“Empowering communities and driving progressive change, Central Kansas Activists (CKA) is a grassroots movement dedicated to amplifying voices in rural America often overlooked by mainstream discourse.” CKA is based in Salina, KS.

Women for Kansas - Lawrence/Douglas Co Chapter

Women for Kansas is a grassroots initiative designed to energize and educate individuals and groups of women across the state.

100 Good Women

One Hundred Good Women is a not-for-profit and non-political organization embodying the spirit of altruism. We believe service creates strong community. We promote well-being in our community through service, education and social connection.

Facebook Link

Lawrence Democratic Socialists of America

Lawrence DSA is a Chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, the largest and fastest growing socialist organization in the United States.

“Let’s build a Lawrence for the many, not the privileged few.”

Facebook link

Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation

“We are a pluralistic and egalitarian community. Our mission is to be an inclusive and thriving center of Jewish spiritual, cultural, and social life in the Lawrence area. We welcome a diverse spectrum of Jews and their Jewish-adjacent loved ones.”

Contact us by email here bluedotlawrence@gmail.com or click the link below.