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, or better yet, become a member!
Featured Events
Join us for at one of our chapter meetings this summer. Our July meeting will take place in Murray at the Murray Tourism and Convention Center (regularly location), while our August meeting will take place in Paducah! Thanks to our friends at Bloom Behavior Therapy for opening up their space for us to have our meeting! All are welcome! Zoom option is available (email or see the agenda)
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
June 2025 is Pride Month
See our Guide to Celebrating Pride in western KY
Monday, June 30:
LGBTQ+ Social Mixers, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Benton Public Library, 1150 Birch St., Benton, KY. All ages are welcome.
July 2025
Thursday, July 3:
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting. 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. CVB building (206 S. 4th Street), Murray or via zoom.
Friday, July 11:
Volunteering at Soup for the Soul, 9:00 am to 10:00 am, North Calloway Elementary School, 2928 Brinn Rd, Murray, KY. Join other members of West KY NOW to volunteer to pack boxes for the Soup for the Soul Summer Literacy program.
NOW National Conference: Day ONE: It is a hybrid conference that is both in person and via zoom. This is the link for chapter members to register. The rate to attend is $65, but there is a sliding scale option from $10. That being said, ALL members in good standing can also attend for free by emailing current VP Bear Atwood at vp@now.org with your name, address, email, phone number and that you will be participating virtually.
Saturday, July 12:
NOW National Conference: Day TWO: Voting for new NOW national President and Vice President will take place virtually between 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm CST. There are two slates of candidates
Sunday, July 13:
NOW National Conference: Day THREE: Voting on changes to the national By-Laws and other resolutions
Monday, July 28
Breakfast with the Hummingbirds, 7:30 am to 11:30 am. Observe representatives from the Southeastern Avian Research Organization trap, size and band these tiny birds while enjoying a homemade breakfast in a beautiful setting. Attendees will be able to ask questions about the care and feeding of hummingbirds in their own yards and can participate by holding and releasing birds following banding. The event will be held at the home of John and Ann Hayes 498 Waterfowl Way in Cadiz and pre-registration is required as attendance is limited and rain dates may be needed. The event is bring your own chair and a fee of $15 per person or two for $25 will be collected at the door. Register by email to kathyflbsrp@gmail.com and reserve a place and receive driving directions. Proceeds will support the Scholarship Fund of the Trigg County Democratic Woman’s Club
August 2025
Thursday, August 7:
West KY NOW Chapter Meeting in Paducah, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, Bloom Behavior Therapy, 6201 Benton Rd., PADUCAH or via zoom
Meet at the CVB Murray Parking Lot at 5 PM to carpool
“A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men.”