Equality, Equity, and Social Justice for ALL
Welcome anyone and everyone who believes in equal rights for all! We are here to join the momentum for social justice. We were inspired by the gathering of over 700 people at the National Women’s March, January 21, 2017. We want to continue to work as a grass roots group the way that the National Organization for Women was founded. We will continue to support the BIPOC community by raising awareness of events, opportunities to speak up, continued education and support throughout the region. We would be more than willing to partner towards positive change. Contact us if you, or your organization, would like to work together or needs support.
We meet every 1st Thursday of the month. You can learn more about our efforts by perusing the website. We do have some committees that works towards some specific efforts, such as voting awareness, Fairness Campaign, NOW is the Time education series, and general chapter organization can always use some help. Email us at westkynow@gmail.com if you are interested?
Want to support us but don’t have time? You can still become a member, donate directly or to the social justice fund, like and share our social media pages, send us a note of encouragement or a suggestion. Feel free to pop into at meeting anytime to check in or see what is happening. We have ROOM FOR EVERYONE!
Contact
West KY NOW
PO Box 661
Murray , KY 42071
westkynow@gmail.com
Stay in Touch
Periodically, we send out emails with upcoming events, ways to support the community, and general information surrounding West KY NOW’s efforts. Can sign up here, or email us directly at westkynow@gmail.com
Donate
Want to support our chapter efforts and help us to continue to work towards positive change! Consider a donation to our chapter by using the links below. Donations can also be made in person at our next chapter meeting or event, or by mailing a check. Thanks for your support!
Featured Events
Are you a young feminist (under 35) looking for community? Join us on Saturday, September 30th at Sweet Dots in Murray to build community with other like minded feminists looking to make change in our region! Fill in this form if you are interested in joining the West KY NOW Young Feminist mailing list!
Fill in this form to join a committee or the West KY NOW mailing list!
Upcoming Events
Below are some events that might be of interest. Also see the WKMS community calendar, The Murray Sentinel's Weekly Public Meeting Schedule, and the MSU Cinema International Schedule
September 2025
Tuesday, September 2
Opening Reception for "Shifting Landscapes: A Photographic Chronicle of Humanity and Nature in Western Kentucky," 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Mary Ed Mecoy Hall Gallery, on the 6th floor, Price Doyle Fine Arts Building at MSU. Works by Dr. Kate S. He, Professor of Biology, Department of Biological Sciences, and me, Cintia Segovia Figueroa, Assistant Professor, Photography and New Media, Art And Design, focusing on the historical and environmental changes in the landscape and society in parts of western Kentucky through photographs and archival images.
Thursday, September 4
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, 204 S. 4th Street, Murray.
MSU Reading Series: Frank X Walker 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Curris Center Ballroom, 3rd floor, Murray. The Department of English and Philosophy at Murray State University is pleased to welcome acclaimed author and artist Frank X Walker as the 2025 Clinton and Mary Opal Moore Appalachian Writer in Residency. Walker will share his work on Thursday, September 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Curris Center Ballroom on Murray State’s campus. The event is free and open to the public
Thursday, September 11
Juror Talk with C. Rose Smith, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm.Clara Eagle Gallery, Murray. C. Rose Smith, the juror for “The Magic Silver Show: The Elena Diane Curris Juried Photomedia Exhibition 2025," will visit campus to present a juror’s talk. There will be a reception following the talk. This is free and open to the public.
Saturday, September 13
Local Licks Music Festival and Fundraiser 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Paducah Beer Wers. 5th Annual ALL DAY festival/fundraiser for The Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club. Free but donations appreciated
Thursday, September 18
Dr. Karen Petrone Sid Easley lecture “Vladimir Putin and Russian Memory of the Second World War,” 7:00 pm, Wrather Museum Auditorium, Murray. Dr. Petrone’s talk will be based on the book she is currently writing about Vladimir Putin and Russian Memory of the Second World War. Although it began more than 85 years ago, the Second World War (or the Great Patriotic War as Russians call it) is central to contemporary Russian nationalism and patriotism and to the legitimacy of the Russian state. Vladimir Putin has even used the memory of the Second World War to justify Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The intensity of Russia's preoccupation with World War II, and the ways that the war has been sacralized, mythologized, and reimagined as contemporary living history are unique to Russia. This presentation explores the crucial role that memory of the Second World War plays in Russia today.
Saturday, September 20
West KY NOW Young Feminists Meetup, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm, Sweet Dots (1303 Chestnut St.), Murray
Monday, September 21
West KY NOW Bodily Autonomy committee meeting, 8:00 am. Future Grounds (1201 Payne St) Murray.
Sunday, September 28
West KY NOW supports MSU Women’s Soccer! 1:00 pm -3:00 pm. Cutchin Field, Murray. Join us as we support the MSU Women’s Soccer team as they take on Drake! Bring your chairs and snacks to Cutchin Field. All are welcome!
West KY NOW Human & Equal Rights committee meeting, 7:00 pm. Pamela’s House (email westkynow@gmail.com for the address), Murray
Tuesday, September 30
West KY NOW Women & LGBTQ+ Health committee meeting. 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. The Stables (520 Main St. Murray) or Via google meet
October 2025
Thursday, October 2
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, 204 S. 4th Street, Murray.
Sunday, September 19
West KY NOW Halloween Potluck: 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Large Pavilion, Doran Arboretum, Murray. Bring a snack to share and your spooky vibes!
November 2025
Thursday, November 6
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, 204 S. 4th Street, Murray.
Friday, November 14
West KY NOW Rebate Night at Panera Bread, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Panera Bread, Murray. Show this flier, or use the code FUND4U on online and in person orders to help raise funds for West KY NOW! Make sure to join us to support MSU women’s volleyball after your meal!
West KY NOW supports MSU Women’s Volleyball! 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Racer Arena, Murray. After raising some funds at Panera Bread, join us as we support the MSU Women’s Volleyball team as they take on Northern Iowa! All are welcome!
December 2025
Thursday, December 4
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, 204 S. 4th Street, Murray.
“A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men.”