WCAPS West Coast

West Coast Chapter: Women of Color Advancing Peace & Security (@wcapsnet)

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Join us THIS FRIDAY, March 25th from 5-6:30 pm PT with @EvacOurAllies to learn more about the current crisis in Afghanistan. This will be an event you don’t want to miss!!!

This event is members only so make sure you register through the link in our bio.

[Rachel Thomas @_RachelJThomas]

A project of blood, sweat, and tears- this is the FIRST EVER public report on what the US Government is doing to advance #LGBTQIA+ rights globally. It’s 134 pages long, so buckle in folks! @OutInNatSec @NatSecDiver @CSIS @WCAPSnet @UnderSecT

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[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Today is International Pay it Forward Day!

We're going to play a game called + 1. Tag the woman in your life that is your + 1. Who inspires you? Who picks up the phone or responds to the urgent texts? Celebrate your #plusone by showing them some love publicly!

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Donate - UN Refugees
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5 Ways You Can Support Ukraine
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Frequently Asked Chernobyl Questions
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[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

On April 26th, 1986, the worst nuclear accident in history took place in Chernobyl, Ukraine. International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day marks the anniversary of the historic nuclear accident.

Every year on this day, we take time to gather in honor of the lives lost and

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

effected, especially in the time of war in Ukraine. Extreme human activity can make a nuclear site like Chernobyl reactive. So, today and beyond, we must rededicate ourselves to focus on the prevention of future nuclear disasters.

Looking to get involved?

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Check out @nolahaynes_ on #GlobalTake hosted by @BPIAtweets. #GlobalTakes is a pod that amplifyies diverse takes about International affairs. #UkraineRussia

[UMD Public Policy @UMDPublicPolicy]

It was truly great to see everyone at the Celebration of Service! It's been awhile since we've been able to come together like this, and so the laughter and conversation echoing through Riggs was a welcome sound to hear.

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

with three Republicans joining all 50 democrats in backing her. Judge Kentaji Brown Jackson is an impressive woman in her own right with a career dedicated to increasing equity within the legal system. WCAPS West Coast would like to take this moment to give her all her flowers.🌹

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

WCAPS West Coast is so excited to celebrate this historic day for the nation; Judge Kentaji Brown Jackson has just been confirmed to the Supreme Court. This makes her the first Black woman to be appointed to the highest judicial branch. The Senate vote, 53-47, confirms her...

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

We Stan @dawnstaley too! Congratulations #SouthCarolina 🏀

[Gabrielle Union @itsgabrielleu]

She is, was, and forever will be SPECIAL!!!!!! WOW

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Let's claim it! #JusticeKentanjiJacksonBrown #confirmher

[Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security @WCAPSnet]

HAPPENING TODAY: The Senate Judiciary Committee will vote this morning on whether to advance Judge #KetanjiBrownJackson to the full Senate for nomination--but could Republicans ensure her nomination hits a snag? https://t.co/B4C449UgTz

[Colleen Ambrose @AmbroseColleen]

@Jenkinsbd @WCAPSnet @wcapswestcoast @WCAPSinFrance @WCAPSinCanada @WCAPSinNY @WCAPSinGeorgia @BlackTwittaNews @Orgs_Solidarity You are also a role model to us young women pursing a career in international peace and security.

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

We love to see it.

[Asha Castleberry-Hernandez @AshaCastleberry]

@WCAPSnet @Jenkinsbd @AmbGinaAW Thank you @WCAPSnet !!!!

[Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security @WCAPSnet]

We're continuing to lift up amazing women this #WomensHISTORYMonth. Meet this group of women blazing a trail in international peace and security. @Jenkinsbd @AshaCastleberry @AmbGinaAW
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[Women of Color Advancing Peace and Security @WCAPSnet]

Meet expert panelist @redalaqua, a Political Scientist, Head of the Gender and Disarmament Programme at the @UNIDIR. Join Dr. Dalaqua on March 31 for a deeper conversation on WPS hosted by @StateGWI & @WCAPS.

Registration Link: https://t.co/Xjy2OBPeeW

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Our Deep Dive into the current crisis in Afghanistan was an insightful and honest discussion about humanitarian efforts, relocation needs and resettlement challenges.

A huge thank you to our panelists from @evacuateourallies and our very own @nolahaynes for lending their voices

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

Thinking of our friends at @bnc.

[The Hollywood Reporter @THR]

Black News Channel to Shut Down https://t.co/FA7OfL7GQz

[The Root @TheRoot]

Ketanji Brown Jackson Defended By 250 Judges & Lawyers https://t.co/3BSDYVrReg

[WCAPS West Coast @wcapswestcoast]

We are so proud to see our founder @Jenkinsbd, U.S. Ambassadors, board members and WCAPS members from multiple chapters shining and winning. Congratulations to all of you. We are standing on your shoulders. @thegrio @WCAPSnet

#WomensHistoryMonth #WCAPS

[Chidi @chidi_blyden]

The days are long but the work is rewarding!🌍 Honored to be amongst a group of women that I truly admire for all that WE do.@AshaCastleberry
@Etimisks
@USAmbUN
@DesireeMCormier
@StateDeputySpox @AlgeneSajery46 @Jenkinsbd @DanaBanks11
#WomenHistoryMonth
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