Sender Profile

Unite for Reproductive & Gender Equity (URGE)

New Name, Same UsChoice USA is now URGE: Unite for Reproductive & Gender EquityLearn more ZIP / Address: Radius: 1mi 5mi 10mi 25mi 50mi 75mi 100mi 150mi 200mi 300mi Get Directions For: Driving Walking Bicycling show options hide options Avoid Tolls Avoid Highways From: Use my location To: Use my location Fetching directions...... Reset directions Spotlight June 13, 2014Congrats to the URGE Class of 2014!Ashley Brink – Wichita State University What did you study in college? I majored in Sociology, Psychology, Women's Studies, and Cr… Read more » Spotlight May 28, 2014Alumni Spotlight: Samantha DaleySamantha graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2013, with a Bachelor of Sciences in Interdisciplinary Studies with C… Read more » Spotlight April 5, 2014URGE Students Storming Their Statehouses!This spring, across three states, URGE student activists have been talking to their elected officials about important legislation…. Read more » Chapter Updates May 15, 2014Scripps College Takes on Sexual AssaultURGE at Scripps College has been kicking their sexual assault prevention work into high gear this spring. First, the chapter colla… Read more » Chapter Updates May 10, 2014Texas Leader Writes About Her Experience as a Young ParentKathleen, one of our student leaders at UTEP, wrote this moving piece about becoming a young parent as a part of the Strong Famili… Read more » Chapter Updates April 5, 2014BGSU's Successful Spring SemesterThe BGSU chapter, FORCE, had their annual showing of the Vagina Monologues, totaling 600 tickets sold, over 3 nights, raising $4,0… Read more » Recent Blog Posts June 25, 2014How to an LGBTQ Ally (Without Being a Jerk)As the month of June comes to an end, I took a moment to think about what I did this month to celebrate Pride, a month dedicated t… Read more » Recent Blog Posts June 16, 2014Dating Violence, LGBTQ Youth, & Reproductive JusticeResponding to dating violence among LGBTQ youth should be a reproductive justice priority. Not only do LGBTQ young people experien… Read more » Recent Blog Posts June 6, 2014Celebrating Resistance and DiversityI kicked off my pride celebration early in Washington, DC during Memorial Day Weekend. It was DC's annual Black Pride weekend and… Read more »

50+ Messages / Page

  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
January 28, 2026 at 11:51 PM

🚨Tell Your Senators: Just Say NO to ICE!

It's time to HOLD THE LINE and refuse to vote for any package that includes DHS and ICE funding. Give Now Hi Friend, 🚨If you have opened a social media app at all in the past several weeks, it has become increasingly clear that the guardrails have come off when it comes to how Immigration and Cu…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Aleo Pugh from URGE · [email protected]
January 21, 2026 at 7:56 PM

13 Young Creatives, Multiple Powerful Truths: SMA Fest 2026

URGE just launched our three-day, virtual content festival! Give Now Hi there, Yesterday, URGE launched our Self-Managed Abortion Fest, “Sometimes Messy, Often Meaningful, Always OURS: Honoring the Full Complexity of Self-Managed Abortion.” This three-day, virtual content festival premieres the …
See More from Aleo Pugh from URGE
  URGE Team · [email protected]
December 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM

⏰ Last Chance to Give in 2025

Make your year-end gift before midnight on 12/31 to drive change in 2026. Give Now Friend, As 2025 comes to a close, youth leaders are at the forefront of the fight for change across the country.URGE is the only national Reproductive Justice organization led by and for young people. Friend, will…
See More from URGE Team
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM

Wishing You Peace & Care This Season 🧡

A few reminders to help you rest, restore, and care for yourself ahead of the new year. Give Now Hi Friend, As we close out the year, the URGE offices will close so we can take a collective pause. This will be a moment to breathe, reset, and check in with our bodies. This season can bring joy an…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Jasmine at URGE · [email protected]
December 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM

Invest in the Future of Reproductive Justice

Your gift powers the next generation of changemakers. Give Now Friend, At URGE, we know change starts with young people. From campuses to communities across the country, our members are developing skills, building networks, and leading the fight to shape the future of Reproductive Justice. Frie…
See More from Jasmine at URGE
  Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE · [email protected]
December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM

URGE Policy Newsletter: How Congress Is Ending the Year & Who Pays the Price

Here’s what you need to know, and how to take action today. Give Now Hey friend, Congress is closing out the year the same way it spent much of it: last-minute negotiations, stalled votes, and above all, real consequences for our lives. From shutdown chaos to healthcare costs to anti-trans legis…
See More from Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
December 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Meet the Moment With Us This Giving Tuesday

Your gift helps to spark youth-led change. Give Now Friend, This Giving Tuesday, we’re celebrating the power of collective action. At URGE, young leaders are proving what that looks like by organizing on campuses, shifting culture, and building a future rooted in care and justice. Friend, will y…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
November 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM

[Act Now] Hold Anti-Abortion Centers Accountable

Help young leaders organizing for change meet the moment. Give Now Friend, The influence of anti-abortion “crisis pregnancy centers” is growing. These centers pose as medical clinics, but instead of providing care, they spread disinformation to delay and deter individuals seeking an abortion. Th…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Shante Wolfe from URGE · [email protected]
November 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM

TONIGHT: Let’s Celebrate, Reflect, and Plan for What’s Next

This event is for our students, URGE members, and supporters! Give Now Hey friend, 2025 is coming to an end, and WOW did this year go by quick! We know it’s been a long year for Reproductive Justice advocates full of growth, challenges, and wins across the country.  That’s why we’re inviting me…
See More from Shante Wolfe from URGE
  Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE · [email protected]
November 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Today is Election Day!

Voting hours and rules vary by state. Open for more resources... Give Now Hey friend, Today is election day and we’re reminding you that voting is an important tool that helps shape our collective future. We’re sharing some tools to help all voters confidently exercise their rights. Across the c…
See More from Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Change Starts With YOU: Speak Out About RJ

New resources to talk about RJ in your community. Give Now Hi Friend, There are many ways to take action for Reproductive Justice. One of the most powerful ways to make a difference is to start a conversation, whether at home, in school, or in your community. As part of our We URGE Action campa…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Change Starts With YOU: Speak Out About RJ

New resources to talk about RJ in your community. Give Now Hi Friend, There are many ways to take action for Reproductive Justice. One of the most powerful ways to make a difference is to start a conversation, whether at home, in school, or in your community. As part of our We URGE Action campa…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Protect LGBTQ+ Youth & Take Action Today.

Your gift helps train young leaders to stand up against hate. Give Now Hi Friend, Earlier this month, the Supreme Court heard arguments for Chiles v. Salazar. A case that could determine whether states can protect LGBTQ+ youth from so-called “conversion therapy.” Let’s be clear: this is not th…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
October 17, 2025 at 8:29 PM

Deadline Extended! Apply for SMA Fest 2025

We have good news for you! Give Now Hey friend ,We have good news for you! We’re extending the deadline to submit proposals for our Self-Managed Abortion (SMA) Content Festival.  Applications are now due Monday, Oct. 20 at 11:59pm PST. Learn more and apply for this PAID opportunity for young peo…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Invest & Transform: URGE's Impact This Fall

From fellowships to campus grants, see how we're fueling youth leaders. Hi Friend, This fall, URGE is defending reproductive justice in a challenging time while investing in the creativity and power of the next generation.I’m excited to share a few highlights from recent months and opportunities t…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Invest & Transform: URGE's Impact This Fall

From fellowships to campus grants, see how we're fueling youth leaders. Hi Friend, This fall, URGE is defending reproductive justice in a challenging time while investing in the creativity and power of the next generation.I’m excited to share a few highlights from recent months and opportunities t…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Daniela at URGE · [email protected]
October 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM

[Take Action] Protect Trans Youth After Skrmetti

The fight for gender-affirming care is far from over. Stand with us. Give Now Hi Friend, At URGE, we believe action is the only way forward. That’s why this fall we launched our We URGE Action campaign to help you stay informed, speak out, and vote. Earlier this summer, the Supreme Court issued …
See More from Daniela at URGE
  Daniela at URGE · [email protected]
October 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM

[Take Action] Protect Trans Youth After Skrmetti

The fight for gender-affirming care is far from over. Stand with us. Give Now Hi Friend, At URGE, we believe action is the only way forward. That’s why this fall we launched our We URGE Action campaign to help you stay informed, speak out, and vote. Earlier this summer, the Supreme Court issued …
See More from Daniela at URGE
  Aleo Pugh from URGE · [email protected]
October 6, 2025 at 4:12 PM

Honoring Our Stories: Apply to SMA Fest 2025

A safe space to creatively share stories and resources about self-managed abortion Give Now Hey URGE family, On Friday, we shared information on the EACH act and invited you to to take action as a way to commemorate Rosie Jimenez.  Today, we continue to honor her memory by launching our annual o…
See More from Aleo Pugh from URGE
  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
October 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM

Add Your Name Today: Let Your Rep Know to Co-Sponsor the EACH Act

We have the power to reverse this profound injustice Give Now Hi Friend, Today we commemorate Rosie Jimenez, the first known person to die from an unsafe abortion after the passage of the Hyde Amendment. Rosie was a single mother attending school to become a teacher, and was barred from using he…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM

This Fall, We URGE Action.

We’re fighting back against harmful policies. Join us. Give Now Hi Friend, At URGE, we believe action is the only way forward. That’s why this fall we’re launching We URGE Action, a campaign to help you stay informed, speak out, and vote.Over the next few weeks, stay tuned for updates from our t…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
October 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM

This Fall, We URGE Action.

We’re fighting back against harmful policies. Join us. Give Now Hi Friend, At URGE, we believe action is the only way forward. That’s why this fall we’re launching We URGE Action, a campaign to help you stay informed, speak out, and vote.Over the next few weeks, stay tuned for updates from our t…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Shante from URGE · [email protected]
September 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM

Join Us To Build the Future We All Deserve

Be a part of our town hall and learn how to fight back Give Now Hi Friend, The Hyde Amendment has been blocking abortion coverage for nearly 50 years—robbing low-income people, young people, and communities of color of the freedom to make their own decisions about pregnancy. Hyde is a deliberate…
See More from Shante from URGE
  Emma from URGE · [email protected]
September 16, 2025 at 8:54 PM

Your Vote Matters💫

📤Did you know there’s an election November 4? Give Now Hey there friend, National Voter Registration Day is today, and we want to remind you to use the ballot as a tool to help shape our collective future. We’re using this important day as an opportunity to demystify the ballot process by shari…
See More from Emma from URGE
  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
September 15, 2025 at 8:19 PM

Our health is worth fighting for 💜

Take action for Latine Heritage Month! Give Now Hi Friend, Latine Heritage Month is a time to celebrate everything that makes our communities powerful — our culture, our families, our resilience, and our joy. But it’s also a moment to be honest: too many of us are still being left out when it co…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
August 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM

Action Needed! Congressional Money Moves & August Recess

A recap of this summer's budget chaos, and how to keep your reps accountable. Give Now Hi Friend, Congress is officially in their last week of August recess, but the Federal budget saga continues.It’s dizzying, but we’re here to help make sense of all the budgetary tools the White House and Cong…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Mara from URGE · [email protected]
July 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Action Alert! Tell Congress to Vote NO on Trump’s Budget — Our Futures Are on the Line

🚨 ACTION NEEDED 🚨 Give Now 🚨 ACTION NEEDED 🚨 Trump’s budget bill is an all-out attack on young people, abortion access, and our communities. It’s the biggest giveaway to billionaires—paid for by cutting Medicaid, defunding Planned Parenthood, and criminalizing our communities.We can stop this. B…
See More from Mara from URGE
  Mara at URGE · [email protected]
June 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM

We Must Speak Truth to Power

Will you join us in taking action? Give Now Friend, The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Skrmetti v. United States is dangerous. It lets Tennessee and other states ban life-saving gender-affirming care for trans youth. We stand with the young people who see this decision for what it is — an at…
See More from Mara at URGE
  Shante at URGE · [email protected]
June 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Gender Justice Is Being Boldly Defended

Show up loudly. Show up consistently. Show up with us. Give Now Friend, Gender Justice isn’t just under attack—it’s being boldly defended, rebuilt, and reimagined every single day. As we close out Pride month, mark the Dobbs anniversary, and plan for how to move forward from the Supreme Court’s …
See More from Shante at URGE
  Kam at URGE · [email protected]
June 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM

A Gender Justice Win in Alabama 👊

Years of organizing led to this moment—let’s keep going. Give Now Friend,Young people are fighting for Gender Justice—and it’s working. In Alabama, our advocacy led to a major win: a new law removing the state sales tax on essential health items like period and baby care products, starting in 20…
See More from Kam at URGE
  Abiha at URGE · [email protected]
June 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Pride. Power. Gender Justice. Join Us?

Join us in telling more young folks' stories to shift culture. Give Now Friend,Stories spark change. They start conversations, build connections, and shift culture. That’s why this Pride Month—and as we approach the third anniversary of the Dobbs decision—we’re uplifting the voices of young pe…
See More from Abiha at URGE
  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
June 5, 2025 at 5:42 PM

Support Healthcare for All: Tell your Senator to Fix this Bill!

Tell your Senator to fix the budget bill now. Give Now Hi Friend, The so-called “One Big, Beautiful Bill Act” (House Resolution 1), is slowly making its way through Congress after passing the House with a very narrow majority. Let’s be clear about one thing: in this iteration, this budget bill i…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
May 27, 2025 at 3:02 PM

#SexEdForAllFest is LIVE!💫

Check out content from young artists advocating for LGBTQIA+ inclusive sexual education Give Now Hi Friend, We have exciting news - URGE’s Sex Ed for All Fest is LIVE! 🎉 From today through Friday, 5/30 we’ll be uplifting tons of digital content on URGE platforms created by young artists from acr…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
May 15, 2025 at 4:12 PM

URGE Policy Update: The Latest from Alabama, California + Texas

Diving into all things state policy related this month Hi Friend,Welcome back to URGE’s Policy update✨. I’m diving into all things state policy related this month.   Did you know that every state has a different legislative session cadence? For example, in Texas, state lawmakers meet every two years…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
May 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Not a Monolith - AANHPI Heritage Month

👀We’re spotlighting AANHPI-led organizations that are doing transformative work Hi Friend, Did you know that May is Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month? This month and every month, we’re celebrating the richness of AANHPI cultures, and calling out harmful myths th…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
  Aleo Pugh from URGE · [email protected]
May 7, 2025 at 5:45 PM

📢Calling LGBTQIA+ Creatives of Color

We're on the hunt for our next group of bold storytellers and creatives! Give Now Hey URGE family,It’s that time of year again! 🥳️🎉 URGE is on the hunt for our next cycle of bold and dynamic, storytellers and digital creatives to be part of URGE’s Our Folks: Voices of LGBTQ+ Youth of Color progr…
See More from Aleo Pugh from URGE
  URGE Field Team · [email protected]
April 30, 2025 at 7:28 PM

Application deadline extended!!

💥The Leadership Summit application deadline is now Sunday, May 4! Give Now Hey Friend, Great news: We heard your feedback, and we've extended the deadline to apply for URGE’s National Leadership Summit!  You now have until Sunday, May 4 at 11:59PM PST to submit your application.  This is a FREE …
See More from URGE Field Team
  URGE Field Team · [email protected]
April 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM

URGE Leadership Summit - Last Chance to Apply!

There’s 1 day left to apply for URGE’s National Leadership Summit! Give Now Hey Friend,There’s one day left to apply for URGE’s National Leadership Summit! You don’t want to miss out on this FREE opportunity to deepen your organizing skills, build community, and grow your knowledge about Reprodu…
See More from URGE Field Team
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
April 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM

The Clock is Ticking!🕑 Get PAID for Digital Content

👀 Have you applied yet for URGE’s Sex Ed for All Content Fest? Give Now Hi Friend, Have you applied yet for URGE’s Sex Ed for All Content Fest? 👀 If you haven’t, no worries! There’s still some time left. The deadline to submit your digital content proposal is 4/21 at 11:59pm PT.   Apply Here In c…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
  URGE Field Team · [email protected]
April 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Have You Applied Yet? Don't Miss This Year's Leadership Summit

👀URGE’s National Leadership Summit is BACK and we're ready for your application Give Now Hey Friend, If you haven't heard the great news, URGE’s National Leadership Summit is back -- and we're looking forward to you joining us!Apply today to participate in our summit in Ohio (June 29-July 3) wher…
See More from URGE Field Team
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
April 11, 2025 at 7:35 PM

Get PAID for Creative Digital Content!

💥We’re launching our first-ever Sex Ed for All Content Festival Give Now Hi Friend, We’ve got an exciting, new PAID opportunity for young people!💲We’re launching our first-ever Sex Ed for All Content Festival in celebration of Sex Ed for All Month. Running from May 27-30, this content fest will b…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
  Team URGE · [email protected]
April 9, 2025 at 9:03 PM

Welcome to URGE's Quarterly Newsletter!

Reflecting, celebrating, and looking to the future Hi Friend,Welcome to URGE’s Quarterly Newsletter! We’re excited to bring you an additional way to stay connected and engaged with our work. Each quarter, we’ll reflect on the progress we’ve made, celebrate key moments, and give you a look ahead at w…
See More from Team URGE
  URGE Field Team · [email protected]
April 7, 2025 at 11:29 PM

Now Accepting Applications: 2025 Leadership Summit

👀URGE’s National Leadership Summit is BACK and applications are now open Give Now Hey Friend, We’ve got exciting news for you: URGE’s National Leadership Summit is back! 🎉 We are now accepting applications for participants to join us in Ohio this summer between June 29-July 3. You’ll learn more a…
See More from URGE Field Team
  Daniela from URGE · [email protected]
March 30, 2025 at 8:59 PM

What Happens in D.C. Doesn't Stay in D.C.

Here's what URGE is working on right now Hi Friend, I want to welcome you to our first URGE Policy update email, where we will bring you key insight into policy matters. Before I jump right into all things policy, I want to acknowledge that there is a lot happening right now and it’s all moving very…
See More from Daniela from URGE
  Aleo Pugh from URGE · [email protected]
March 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM

Closing Women's History Month: Honoring the Legacies of Black Feminist Thinkers

Reflecting on the powerful legacies of Black feminist thought Hi Friend, As March comes to a close, we reflect on the powerful legacies of Black feminist thought that have shaped our movements and communities. From the foundations of Reproductive Justice to the ongoing work of scholars, activists, a…
See More from Aleo Pugh from URGE
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
March 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM

We Stand with Trans Women

Trans women are women. Point. Blank. Period. Hi Friend, Tomorrow is International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate the power and resilience of women both in the U.S. and abroad. Here at URGE, we’re focusing our celebrations on trans women and femmes, who continue to fight for their right to exist an…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
  Aleo Pugh from URGE · [email protected]
February 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM

The Category Is: African Americans & Labor

Check out our free syllabus to continue learning about Black history Hi Friend, As Black History Month comes to a close, we remain committed to reflecting on the stories, struggles, and triumphs that shape our collective history. This February, we explored the origins of Black History Month through …
See More from Aleo Pugh from URGE
  Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE · [email protected]
February 25, 2025 at 10:30 PM

Tell Your Senators: Vote NO on Linda McMahon for Secretary of Education!

Students and young people deserve better. Give Now Dear Friend, This week the Senate will vote on Linda McMahon for Secretary of Department of Education, a position that manages the federal student loan portfolio, supports districts serving students with disabilities, and provides money to help di…
See More from Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE
  Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE · [email protected]
February 17, 2025 at 5:42 PM

We Won't Be Erased

We condemn this administration’s attempt to erase our communities. Statement from Daniela Ochoa Diaz, Senior Director of Policy at URGE: Unite for Reproductive and Gender Equity, on Donald Trump’s onslaught of Executive Orders in the first few weeks of his administration: “We are seeing an intenti…
See More from Daniela Ochoa Diaz from URGE
  Jasmine Dean from URGE · [email protected]
February 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Celebrating Black Love

Love is profoundly political. Hi friend,   Happy Valentine's Day! In the spirit of Black History Month, we're celebrating Black love— and not just romantic love, but love as a form of healing, revolution, and an expression of collective joy. Now more than ever, when our people are forced to confront…
See More from Jasmine Dean from URGE
The Archive of Political Emails is a project of Defending Democracy Together Institute. Please email [email protected] with any questions.