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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 2h

The observance dates back to 1928, when Congress established an annual focus on children’s health. President 𝐶𝑎𝑙𝑣𝑖𝑛 𝐶𝑜𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑑𝑔𝑒 proclaimed the first official Child Health Day that year. Children’s health has always been a question of public responsibility—not just private concern.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The pink ribbon has a history. In 1974, Betty Ford publicly shared her breast cancer experience after undergoing a mastectomy helping challenge the silence surrounding the disease.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October is 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 but the history behind it is also a history of women demanding safety, dignity, and recognition. For generations, violence in the home was often dismissed as a “private matter.” Advocates worked to change that.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

September 30, 1976: Congress passed the 𝐻𝑦𝑑𝑒 𝐴𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡, restricting federal Medicaid funding for most abortions. It didn't make abortion illegal—it made access dependent on whether someone could afford it.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Native American history is American history. On #NativeAmericanDay, we remember 𝑍𝑖𝑡𝑘𝑎𝑙𝑎-𝑆̌𝑎 (1876–1938), a Yankton Dakota writer, educator, musician, and activist who fought for Native citizenship, voting rights, and political representation.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In 1851, America mocked a woman for defending pants. Her name was Amelia Bloomer (1818–1894), and what began as an insult—“bloomers”—became a symbol of women challenging the rules that restricted their lives. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

September 23 is International Celebrate Bisexuality Day 💖💜💙 Created in 1999 by activists 𝑊𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑦 𝐶𝑢𝑟𝑟𝑦, 𝑀𝑖𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑒𝑙 𝑃𝑎𝑔𝑒, and 𝐺𝑖𝑔𝑖 𝑅𝑎𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑊𝑖𝑙𝑏𝑢𝑟, the day challenges bisexual erasure and celebrates bisexual history, culture, and community.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐀𝐧𝐳𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐮́𝐚 (1942–2004) A Chicana writer, poet, and feminist thinker who transformed conversations about identity, language, and women's rights. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Nearly 50 people joined us for the Sept. 15 screening of 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 and a powerful panel discussion at the Dwyer Cultural Center. A meaningful evening of conversation on women’s rights, freedom, and personal choice. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Equal work deserves equal pay. Today is #InternationalEqualPayDay a reminder that economic equality is a human rights issue, not just a workplace issue. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

On September 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed, beginning an ongoing experiment in democracy. Constitution Day & Citizenship Day celebrates both that milestone and everyone who has become an American citizen.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Democracy is strongest when more people can participate, speak freely, and hold power accountable. Rights gained through generations of activism can also be lost—so protecting democracy is everyone's responsibility. #InternationalDayOfDemocracy #WomensRights #StandUpSpeakOUT

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

In 1913, journalist and civil rights leader 𝐼𝑑𝑎 𝐵. 𝑊𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑠 refused to march at the back of the Woman Suffrage Procession. Her courage reminded the world that voting rights mean little if equality is denied.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Today is International Day of Democracy. Democracy is more than a ballot—it's the ongoing work of making sure every voice counts. 🗳️ #DemocracyDay

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Today begins Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15), honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. The celebration starts on Sept. 15 because it marks the 1821 independence anniversaries of five Central American nations. #HispanicHeritageMonth

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Meet our panel moderator: Cindi Leive. CEO & co-founder of The Meteor, former editor-in-chief of Glamour and Self, and co-host of the award-winning podcast Because of Anita. A remarkable voice in journalism and women’s rights.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🚨 TODAY'S THE DAY. Join @BCVoices for the premiere of 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 — 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬. A documentary about American women's 200+ year fight for the freedom to choose marriage, partnership, singlehood, and divorce—followed by a live panel.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We're proud to partner with @TakeTheLeadWomen for the Sept. 15 premiere of 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 – 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬. Their mission: achieve leadership gender parity across every sector. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Tomorrow we make history together. Join BC Voices for the premiere of 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 — 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, the newest chapter in the award-winning Stand UP, Speak OUT docuseries.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

In 1970, Morgan edited Sisterhood Is Powerful, one of the most influential feminist books of the 20th century. Her work helped preserve women’s voices and inspired generations to write their own “herstory.” Equality advances when women’s stories are remembered.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

One of the biggest myths? Protesters didn’t burn bras. They placed bras, girdles, high heels, and other symbols of gender expectations into a “Freedom Trash Can” as a powerful act of protest against sexism—not fashion.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Robin Morgan helped transform feminism from a protest into a movement. In 1968, she organized the historic Miss America Protest, challenging a culture that valued women more for beauty than for equality. #WomensHistory #RobinMorgan

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Native American Day (observed on September 12 in Delaware) is a reminder that the fight for women’s rights also includes the fight for Indigenous sovereignty, citizenship, and voting rights. 🧵 #NativeAmericanDay

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

September 11, 2001 changed history. Nearly 3,000 people were killed in the 9/11 attacks, and countless first responders and families were forever changed. #PatriotDay #NeverForget

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What will you experience at the premiere? An evening of history, connection, and powerful conversation. Join us Sept. 15 for the premiere of 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝—a new documentary on women's 200+ year fight for the freedom to choose. 🎬

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦 (1934–2026) spent her life proving that womanhood doesn't follow one script. She chose not to have children—and on Sept. 3, 2000, she married for the first time at age 66.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

⏳ One week until the premiere of 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝. For more than 200 years, women have fought for the freedom to choose whether, when, and with whom to marry, partner, or leave. A story of equality, autonomy & courage. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Women’s work built this country. This Labor Day, we’re honoring the women who fought for safer workplaces, equal pay, and the right to organize—not just the jobs they held, but the rights they won. 🧵

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

OUR RIGHT TO PERSONAL AUTONOMY IS NOT SECURE. 🎬 For 200+ years, women fought for the freedom to choose whether, when, and with whom to marry, partner, or leave. Our new documentary, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱, tells that story. 🧵⬇️

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

There’s a job open at your polling place. 🗳️ One of the most powerful ways to protect voting rights isn’t online—it’s becoming a poll worker. Training is provided, and many locations offer paid positions.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

106 years ago today, the 𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 was certified (Aug. 26, 1920), guaranteeing women the right to vote. It was one of the greatest victories in U.S. civil rights history but it was only the beginning. 🧵 #WomensEqualityDay

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

🧵 What did marriage mean for a woman’s legal rights 200 years ago? Under coverture, a married woman’s legal identity was largely absorbed into her husband’s. She could face restrictions on owning property, controlling her earnings, signing contracts, and making independent legal decisions.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

On August 20, 1964, the 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐭 became law. It created programs like Head Start, Job Corps, and Community Action Programs—expanding education, job training, and legal services for millions of low-income Americans.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

What does it really mean to have the freedom to choose whether, when, and with whom to marry—or whether to leave? That is the history explored in BC Voices’ upcoming documentary: 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 📅 September 15, 2026 Dwyer Cultural Center 309 West 123rd Street, New York, NY 10027

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified. It was a historic victory after decades of organizing for women's suffrage. But “women won the vote” leaves out an important part of the story: Many women were still excluded. #19thAmendment #WomensHistory

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

A free press isn't just another institution—it's one of democracy's strongest safeguards. Throughout history, independent journalism has helped expose corruption, protect civil liberties, and keep the public informed.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Every eligible voter deserves to cast a ballot without fear or intimidation. 🗳️ Federal law has long prohibited armed federal officials from being stationed at polling places to influence elections. Here's why these protections matter. 👇

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

For much of history, marriage wasn't simply about love. It determined a woman's legal rights, financial independence, social standing, and personal freedom. 🧵👇

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

👩🏽‍🍼 Today is #MomsEqualPayDay. Mothers working full-time still earn significantly less than fathers and often less than women without children. Economists call this the motherhood penalty: lower wages, fewer promotions, and career interruptions tied to caregiving.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

"Family planning" has meant very different things throughout history. For some women, it meant finally gaining access to contraception and abortion. For others, especially immigrants, poor women, and women of color, it meant resisting coercive birth control and sterilization.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

🗳️ 60 years ago today, on August 6, 1965, the Voting Rights Act became law, ending racist barriers like literacy tests that were used to deny Black Americans the right to vote. Along with violence and intimidation, these tactics kept millions—especially in the South—from the ballot box.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE What does it truly mean to have the freedom to choose your own life? For more than 200 years, women have fought for the right to decide whether, when, and with whom to marry or partner — or not. A new documentary is coming.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

National Minority Donor Awareness Day was established in 1996 to raise awareness of the need for more organ, eye & tissue donors in communities of color. Health equity is a women's rights issue. Women of color continue to face barriers to lifesaving transplant care. #HealthEquity

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

July 30 is UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Human trafficking is a human rights issue and a women's rights issue. Women and girls continue to make up the majority of detected trafficking victims worldwide. #WorldDayAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

On July 26, 1990, the 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝘁 (𝗔𝗗𝗔) was signed into law, making discrimination against people with disabilities illegal in many areas of public life. But civil rights didn't happen by accident; they were won through decades of activism. #ADA #DisabilityRights

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🚀 South Asian Heritage Month Spotlight: Kalpana Chawla Born on March 17, 1962, in India, 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐰𝐥𝐚 became the first woman of Indian origin in space when she launched aboard STS-87 on November 19, 1997.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

What happens when contraception fails and someone isn't ready for marriage, motherhood, or another child? For generations, the answer depended less on medicine than on the law. Before Roe v. Wade (1973), many women risked unsafe, illegal abortions simply because safe care was criminalized.

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Stand UP Speak OUT @bcvoices.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🇫🇷✨ 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐞 (1867–1934) refused to let discrimination define her future. Born in Poland and educated in France, she became the first woman to win a Nobel Prize in 1903 for her pioneering work on radioactivity.

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