Raising Voices featured in LI Herald
The Long Island Herald featured a recap of our September 15 meeting! Read it on their website now. Missed our September 15 meeting? Visit our Voter Resource page for information and a video recap!
Category: RVUSA News and Updates
RVUSA Virtual Event on System Racism Covered in the LI Herald
The LI Herald has published a recap of our “Racism 2020: Demonstration, Legislation, Reconciliation” virtual event on June 17. “RaisingVoicesUSA, a Rockville Centre-based community organization, gathered a group of panelists on Zoom video conferencing June 17 to speak about recent events regarding racial injustices and how to move forward. Nearly …
Early Voting Comes to Nassau County
Did you know that as of October 26, registered Nassau County voters can cast their ballots early? You can download an Early Voting Information flyer here but note that new locations may be added. The flyer includes information in English and Spanish. For the most up-to-date early voting information, please …
Young Rockville Centre Cub Scouts take care of the environment
Rockville Centre’s Cub Scout Pack No. 31 received a visit from the “bag lady” at a recent troop meeting. Members from RaisingVoicesUSA gave a video presentation about the environment and showed the children how to turn an old T-shirt into a reusable shopping bag. Read more and view pictures from …
RVUSA Co-Founder Honored by Rockville Centre Democratic Club
Cindy Vaupel, co-founder and co-director of RaisingVoicesUSA, was recognized by the Rockville Centre Democratic Club as one of its first “RVC Women of Distinction” at a panel event in honor of Women’s History Month on March 7. Read more about the event at the other honorees at the LI Herald.
“RaisingWomen” Event Covered by the LI Herald
The LI Herald has published a recap of our “RaisingVoices, RaisingWomen” event on January 20. “Local female leaders joined children at Turn of the Corkscrew Books and Wine on Jan. 20 to recognize other strong women who have inspired them. Raising Voices USA, a Rockville Centre-based network of community members …
RVUSA and the Anti-Racism Project featured in Newsday
RVUSA and the Anti-Racism Project received a shoutout in this excellent article from Newsday about ERASE Racism’s work to address racism and inequality on Long Island. Read the article › Learn more about the Anti-Racism Project ›
Anti-Racism Project featured in LI Herald
The Anti-Racism Project, founded by RVUSA members, and was featured on LIHerald.com in its first year – our thanks to writer Ben Strack for spreading the word about this important project! Read the article › Learn more about the Anti-Racism Project ›
“Trick or Vote” featured in LI Herald
Our October meeting and Trick or Vote event was featured on LIHerald.com – our thanks to writer Matthew D’Onofrio for covering us and spreading the word! Read the article ›
Families Belong Together Rally Recap
On Saturday, people around the United States came together and raised their voices in support of keeping families together. Thank you to those who joined RaisingVoicesUSA members at rallies across Long Island, and to everyone who spoke up in support of humane, compassionate immigration policy.