@VAOrganizing

Virginia Organizing is a non-partisan statewide grassroots organization that brings people together to create a more just Virginia.

 Virginia, USA
virginia-organizing.org/
Joined May 2009
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"Just because we're stuck with NextEra doesn't mean you have to be, too, Virginia. The $10-a-month in bill credits won’t be enough once the honeymoon period dies down and you face hefty rate increases..."
Richmond Times-Dispatch
@RTDNEWSJul 14
Take it from a Floridian: You don’t want NextEra in Virginia | Guest column richmond.com/opinion/column/…

Take it from a Floridian: You don’t want NextEra in Virginia | Guest column

As Virginia regulators consider NextEra Energy's $67 billion takeover of Dominion Energy, Floridians warn that the utility giant's record of rate hikes, mass disconnections, political controversies...

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Congratulations to our @NNVAOrg chapter member Carolynne Jones for her election to the Newport News Education Association! Learn about the VEA: veanea.org/ Learn about NNEA: newportnewseducationassociat… Learn about the HEA: veanea.org/associations/hamp…
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WHSVnews@WHSVnewsMay 12
Virginia Organizing, Waynesboro teachers voice concern over proposed changes to division funding formula | Story: whsv.com/2026/05/12/virginia…
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Today is the #DayWithoutChildCare! Parents & providers are striking for universal child care. Join the virtual rally TONIGHT at 8 p.m. to celebrate successes, hear from elected officials, partners, & launch our Universal Childcare Campaign. Register 👉 shorturl.at/1pY8U
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#GiveLocal757 #cincodemayo #reservalafecha #savethedate @pcfvirginia @VAOrganizing @NNVAOrg ¡Reserva la fecha! Martes, 5 de mayo Dona al Local 757. Únete a nosotros en la campaña Dona al Local 757 de este año, que se celebrará en mayo.
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The News Leader@NewsLeaderNOWMar 14
Delegate McLaughlin discusses budget, PFAS chemicals at Waynesboro event newsleader.com/story/news/po…

Delegate McLaughlin discusses budget, PFAS chemicals at Waynesboro event

A collection of citizens looking to better understand the issues affect their communities gathered at the Waynesboro Public Library on March 7.

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Donna Yobs@dyobsMar 12
Proposal to change how #Waynesboro va funds public schools draws opposition wmra.org/2026-03-12/proposal… #virginiaorganizing

Proposal to change how Waynesboro funds public schools draws opposition

Residents and educators in Waynesboro are pushing back against a proposal that could change how the city funds its public schools. WMRA’s Anjoleigh Schindler reports.

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#PresidentsDay The United States celebrates 250 years & this President's Day demands decency. Challenge injustices with us: virginia-organizing.org/ #NoKings #Virginia #Virginia250
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The Vice Chair of our State Governing Board, Duane Edwards, spoke about the passage of the Restoration of Rights amendment bill by the General Assembly. Next, it will move to the ballot for the public for a vote. Click to read more. fxbgadvance.com/p/virginia-o…

Virginia Organizing Vice Chair Reflects on Recent Steps Towards Restoration of Voting Rights

Duane Edwards has advocated for changes to Virginia's disenfranchisement law for almost two decades. Now, a constitutional amendment & a historic court decision mean such changes could be on the way.

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In response to ongoing concerns, our developing Tri-Cities Chapter and Petersburg residents gathered yesterday outside of the Petersburg General District Court during eviction proceedings to advocate for safe housing conditions and tenant rights. 👏 wric.com/news/local-news/the…

Residents at Liberty Pointe in Petersburg ‘stressed’ after months with no elevator

Residents at the Liberty Pointe apartments in Petersburg are desperate for a solution to a monthslong elevator outage that management said is out of their control.

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Nolef Turns Inc.@nolefturnsinc25 Nov 2025
Replying to @JusticeFwdVa
@JusticeFwdVa @VAOrganizing
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@WAVY_News25 Nov 2025
By next summer, some Virginians with misdemeanor and felony convictions can petition to have their records sealed or expunged, a major step toward getting another chance in society. wavy.com/news/local-news/suf…

Suffolk workshop sheds light on Virginia’s new clean slate law, expunging records

SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — By next summer, some Virginians with misdemeanor and felony convictions can petition to have their records sealed or expunged, a major step toward getting another chance in so…

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Justice Forward VA@JusticeFwdVa20 Nov 2025
SUFFOLK: For the first time in VA’s history people will be able to seal their criminal convictions. Join Justice Forward Virginia Foundation, @nolefturnsinc, and @VAOrganizing at Morgan Memorial Library—Nov. 24th at 6PM—for a criminal records expungement & sealing info session.
Criminal Records Expungement & Sealing informational workshop Free and open to all. November 24, 2025 from 6PM to 7:30PM Morgan Memorial Library 443 West Washington Street Suffolk, VA. Service providers and those working with impacted communities are encouraged to attend. Refreshments provided. Learn about recent updates to the law and updates for 2026. Find out information on who qualifies for expungement now and who will benefit from new changes in the law. Experts will cover the necessary steps for expungement and connect patrons to resources to help maneuver the court process. No registration necessary.

ALT Criminal Records Expungement & Sealing informational workshop Free and open to all. November 24, 2025 from 6PM to 7:30PM Morgan Memorial Library 443 West Washington Street Suffolk, VA. Service providers and those working with impacted communities are encouraged to attend. Refreshments provided. Learn about recent updates to the law and updates for 2026. Find out information on who qualifies for expungement now and who will benefit from new changes in the law. Experts will cover the necessary steps for expungement and connect patrons to resources to help maneuver the court process. No registration necessary.

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Donna Yobs@dyobs30 Oct 2025
#Community Listening Session held in #Waynesboro amid funding cuts whsv.com/2025/10/30/communit… Great to see the community engagement @VAOrganizing

Community Listening Session held in Waynesboro amid funding cuts

Members of local organizations like Renewing Homes for Greater Augusta and the Waynesboro Education Association shared with attendees how these cuts have negatively impacted them.

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#TONIGHT #Join us @downinggross 🍁t will be so #wonderful to be in "fall"-owship for our monthly meeting celebrating over food & refreshments! Meet us in in the Charles C. Allen Executive Board Meeting Room GREAT WORK Virginia Organizing Newport News Leaders and New Members!
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Replying to @TCCva
@TCCva @VAOrganizing #VotingRights #September 8 through 12 is Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW)! Del 8 al 12 de #SEPTIEMBRE es la semana del derecho al voto de las personas con discapacidad Ready to vote this Nov? ¿Estás listo para votar este noviembre?
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WHSVnews@WHSVnews31 Aug 2025
The protest was a joint effort with Virginia Organizing’s Albemarle/Charlottesville, Richmond, and Waynesboro chapters. whsv.com/2025/08/30/over-100…

Over 100 protest ICE at federal courthouse in Charlottesville

The protest was a joint effort with Virginia Organizing’s Albemarle/Charlottesville, Richmond, and Waynesboro chapters.

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"We deserve to feel safe in our own communities - all of us." Lily Hungarland, Chairperson.
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Join us tonight at 6 p.m.! Get the link here: shorturl.at/17QKI
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What's happening this weekend?... #JoinUs in #norfolk for our Community Closet in partnership with Southeastern Transgender Resource Center to support our Hampton Roads LGBTQ+ communities. This event is free and open to those in need. Questions? Reach out to Sarah 434-422-6189
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Read the recent Op-Ed in @CardinalNewsVA by our Waynesboro Chapter leader, Connie Wright-Zink.
Appalachian Voices@AppVoices30 Jul 2025
25% of Virginians have to choose between buying groceries & paying their ⚡ bills. Fortunately, there are programs to help people w/ their bills, as explained in this op-ed by @AppVoices' Matt Allenbaugh & @VAOrganizing's Connie Wright-Zink. cardinalnews.org/2025/07/30/…

About 25% of Virginia households are experiencing an energy affordability crisis

Here are some ways you can lower your power bills.

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