As WV Citizen Action approaches its 50th anniversary, we’re busier than ever. Our recent Care Over Cost campaign highlights our ongoing commitment to health care justice. We’re also launching an ‘Organizing Revival’ to tackle pressing community issues. As the ‘Citizen’ in Citizen Action, your support is crucial in this pivotal time. Together, we can create the change our communities need.
Please consider becoming a supporting member of WV Citizen Action or making a tax deductible donation to our Citizen Action Education Fund so we can continue to fight for democracy, the environment and health care for all in Charleston and in DC, doing the work needed to make positive change in our state and nation.
Forward Together: Organizing For Our FuturePeople’s Action, has developed an aspirational campaign called the ‘Organizing Revival,’ which we have fully embraced as a major project. With your help, we can grow our movement for economic, racial, and environmental justice. Together, we can build the power that will make policymakers pay attention.Tagged: Democracy, Energy, Healthcare Mindy Goes to the White House!I was honored to be invited to the White House to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which highlighted the $35 insulin copay cap for Medicare recipients. During my visit, I heard stories from diabetics and doctors telling how the IRA has transformed and saved lives. These stories highlight the importance of affordable insulin for everyone.Tagged: Healthcare Empowering West Virginians: Organizing Revival UpdateThe Organizing Revival is a commitment to doubling our base in two years, leaning in to becoming a member-led organization, and dedicating ourselves to knocking on doors, meeting people where they are, and giving them the tools they need to solve problems in their own backyards. We’re proud to say we’re chipping away at it.Tagged: Democracy, Energy Poll Workers Power Our DemocracyWV CAG is partnering with Power the Polls this election cycle to recruit a new wave of poll workers. Serving as a poll worker is a great way to give back to your community, support your neighbors, and be part of the democratic process. Join us in making sure our polls — and our democracy — are accessible to everyone who wants to cast their vote. Tagged: Democracy People’s Action Strategic Planning Session Update and Direct ActionIn July, I joined healthcare organizers from across the country gathered in Minneapolis to share what we are doing to build our base and raise awareness in our communities. We looked to the future and made plans to continue the vital work of bringing power to the people! We ended the weekend with a Care Over Cost direct action in front of UnitedHealth Group Headquarters. Tagged: Healthcare CAG Welcomes New Team Member Morgan KingI’m so excited to join the team at CAG focused on climate and energy. I'll be working on a range of issues affecting West Virginian communities, like petrochemicals, hydrogen, CCUS, community air monitoring, and more! We cannot achieve climate justice or a just transition with only technological solutions — community needs must be prioritized.Tagged: Energy, Environment Join us to learn about Medicare (dis)Advantage ahead of open enrollmentDo you have questions about all of the ads and messaging you are seeing about Medicare Advantage plans? Are you or your loved ones considering enrolling in Medicare during the open enrollment period? Let WV Citizen Action and Physicians for a National Health Plan help you understand the differences, advantages, and disadvantages. Tagged: Healthcare Join WVEC’s Annual Meeting: Shape WV’s Environmental FutureRegistration for the West Virginia Environmental Council (WVEC) Annual Meeting is open. Everyone is welcome, whether you're new to this or a long-time advocate, your voice and ideas matter. Please take advantage of this opportunity to learn about and vote on their legislative priorities and meet the minds behind the efforts.Tagged: Energy, Environment
