AUGUSTA – Members of the Coalition for Maine Women the Maine Choice Coalition will hold a press conference on January 20 at 11:00 a.m. in the State House Hall of Flags to announce their legislative priorities for the current session.

The press conference is part of the annual Women’s Day at the State House, which takes place January 20 from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. By participating in workshops and trainings throughout the day, those in attendance will learn about pressing issues facing Maine women and ways to participate in the democratic process.

The Coalition for Maine Women is a diverse network of organizations working to improve the social, economic and political status of women and to promote the equality of all Maine citizens.

The Maine Choice Coalition is a coalition of organizations and individuals working together to ensure that all Mainers have access to abortion and have the economic, social and political power and resources to make their own decisions about their bodies, sexuality, reproductive health and families. 

WHO:
Members of the Coalition for Maine Women, the Maine Choice Coalition, and individuals from around the state working for the rights of women in Maine

WHAT:
Women’s Day at the State House and press conference to announce legislative priorities in the current session

WHEN:
Tuesday, January 20
Women’s Day at the State House: 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Press conference: 11:00 a.m. 

WHERE:
Maine State House Hall of Flags
Augusta, ME