Who we are

Grassroots

local

While we understand that national level seats of US Congress and Senate are important, we think focusing on all local seats is crucial to building a network of progressive representation. We encourage members to apply for advisory commissions and run for seats like county Board of Supervisors. We work with our state House of Delegates and state Senator representatives. We teach members to be aware and have a voice in their own government.

Originating branch

our story

What started, two days after the 2016 presidential election, as a handful of women looking to find likeminded support, rapidly turned into an activist movement of thousands. In a red suburb of Richmond, Virginia, a group of women funneled their hurt and anger into action. At first, no one took us seriously...until we turned Chesterfield County BLUE. We canvassed for Get Out the Vote and knocked over 50,000 doors. We wrote postcards, hosted meet & greets, organized forums, and sent our message throughout our community. In the 2017 gubernatorial election, Chesterfield voted for a Democrat Governor for the first time since 1961. Read about us in the Washington Post - "Why a historically conservative county in Virginia is making national Republicans nervous." ​ However, we are more than just campaigns. We are learning, lobbying, feeding hungry children, and so much more. Find out how you can help by starting a Liberal Women United branch in your area.

"We were outworked in Chesterfield County by a group called Liberal Women of Chesterfield, that just did an amazing job for the Democrats doing the old-fashioned grassroots campaigning." - Chair of the VA Republican Party, John Whitbeck, on NPR

focused

liberal

We believe the widely known negative connotation of the word “liberal” can be changed to a more positive image through volunteering in our communities and giving our best selves in that effort. Liberal Women United, as a group, was never intended to be solely a platform on social media. We want our members to come together in a physical space and talk face-to-face, share ideas, and support each other. Liberal Women groups have worked food banks, donated school supplies, delivered meals, and much more for our neighbors in need.