The organizers behind Alabama's participation in the Women's March said the group won't be taking part in the work sit out planned for next month.

"A Day Without a Woman" is set for March 8 and includes a "general strike," though the exact details of what will take place have not been announced. The Day Without a Woman comes more than a month after protesters gathered in Washington, D.C. and around the country in protest of President Donald Trump.

Organizers in Alabama said while they recognize "the significance of a national strike and stand behind its principals," the group is not planning an official day of participation.

"We have unique circumstances in Alabama that we must consider," spokesperson Katie Shuey said. "Participating in a strike will disproportionately impact low-income people. According to a recent study conducted by Alabama Possible, over 19 percent of our population lives below the poverty level.

"Furthermore, given that Alabama is a right to work state, we are uncomfortable with encouraging people to take actions that could potentially impact their employment status," she added.

Last week, thousands of businesses closed and workers stayed home as part of a "Day Without Immigrants" to highlight concerns over President Trump's immigration policies. More than 60 people who skipped work for the sit-out have been fired, according to reports from around the country. Many of those who lost their jobs are in so-called right to work states such as Alabama, where employees can be dismissed at any time for almost any reason.

Women's March Alabama organizers said the group will show its support for the event in other ways.

"Women's March Alabama does support conscientious purchasing and will encourage Alabamians to shop at those locations that promote equality, are environmentally sustainable and that support our local communities," Shuey said.