How to help causes you support after the election

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By Ava Edwards

November 8, 2024

No matter the politicians in office, the people of America have a voice. One way to make this voice heard outside of election season is to volunteer for the causes you support.

The nervous energy you might be feeling since the results of the presidential election came in can be used for good in times of uncertainty and anxiety. You can still be the change you want to see in your local communities. Here are some volunteer opportunities available in Virginia.

Women’s Reproductive Rights

RepoRising Virginia

RepoRising Virginia is an organization dedicated to promoting pro-choice options for Virginians. Through volunteer work and activism, RepoRising works to elect pro-choice officials, while providing support and care to women throughout the commonwealth.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia

Planned Parenthood is a well-known American institution for women’s reproductive health and family planning. This organization has locations all around the country, as well as six locations throughout Virginia.

LGBTQIA+

Side by Side Virginia

Side by Side works to promote community and care for LGBTQIA+ youth. This organization provides mental health services, support groups, housing, and more for queer youth in need. Side by Side supports the Richmond area and heavily relies on volunteer work.

LGBT Life Center

The LGBT Life Center serves the Hampton Roads area by providing a safe space and other programs for LGBTQIA+ Virginians. Much of this program is run by volunteers for various events, and they are always looking for new help.

Housing and Poverty

Circles RVA

Circles RVA works to solve poverty at the local level. Serving the Richmond area, Circles aids families in their move away from poverty by removing systemic barriers and building community.

Volunteers are the backbone of this organization and are always needed.

Climate Change

The Nature Conservancy

Virginia’s varying ecosystems, from the coast to the mountains, make it even more important to protect the sanctity of natural areas. If you’d like to help the environment firsthand through cleanups and other conservation efforts, The Nature Conservancy is always looking for volunteers.

Citizens’ Climate Lobby Virginia

Looking to help climate change at a government level? Virginia’s Citizens’ Climate Lobby aims to fight climate change by working with politicians throughout the state. This lobby uses volunteer work in much of its efforts, so consider joining in their fight.

Ava Edwards

Ava is an up-and-coming journalist who recently graduated from William & Mary with a degree in English. She's written for news publications such as her school's newspaper, The Flat Hat, and Hampton Roads' WAVY-TV 10. As a lifelong Virginia resident, she looks forward to informing her community on the latest information and events.

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