Donations spotlight: Support the Women’s March Network in its drive to end sexism, sexist exploitation and oppression

Note from the CREDO Mobile team: This September, the Women’s March Network is among three amazing groups that will receive a share of our monthly grant. Funding from the CREDO community will help the Women’s March Network in its campaign to ensure that all of us are free to lead empowered lives in safety and security in our bodies, in our communities and throughout the country.

 Read this important blog post about the Women’s March Network, then visit CREDODonations.com and cast your vote to help send funding to the group to assist its effort—and the efforts of our other outstanding September grantees.

As we stand on the brink of another pivotal election, it’s crucial that we remember the lessons of the past. Because when we remember that past, it strengthens our resolve never to go back to it. The We Won’t Go Back National March and Weekend of Action, on November 2, is our chance to demonstrate our collective force and demand change for our families, our freedoms and our futures.

On November 2, thousands of feminists will gather in Washington, D.C., and across the nation to show the strength of our feminist movement. The day will culminate in a vibrant rally and community festival, where activists can listen to inspiring speakers, enjoy live music and connect with partner organizations committed to our fight.

But what we’re about is far more than one day. We have a range of programs working year-round to build a feminist, multiracial democracy that serves us all, both on the ground and online.

Digital Defenders

One of our most important projects is the Digital Defenders program, a rapidly growing, increasingly effective group of trained activists who fight disinformation spread on the internet—because it’s now critical to safeguard our democracy and feminist values amid the digital landscape, as alt-right trolls seek to radicalize America’s youth and spread hate and ignorance on social media.

The Digital Defenders program is a decentralized and scaled online intervention designed to combat the misinformation and disinformation that threaten our freedoms and democracy.

Why now

At this pivotal moment in our nation’s history, what we do in the next few years will set the foundation for the coming decades. The rise of deepfakes, misinformation and targeted online propaganda poses a significant threat to our democracy and the rights of women and our communities. Our Digital Defenders program is a proactive feminist cyber-force built to protect and uphold our values in the digital age.

What we do

The Digital Defenders program trains women and allies to engage effectively in online spaces. From creating original, values-aligned content to monitoring and countering harmful narratives, our Digital Defenders are equipped to intervene in key conversations and online spaces where right-wing misinformation competes with feminist values.

Our network of trained activists is robust and growing, increasing in number from 10,000 to, now, 30,000. In the run-up to the election, these activists will be organized into local cohorts in key states like Texas, South Carolina, Georgia and Wisconsin, where they can support local issues and campaigns with targeted strategies.

Combatting disinformation

A major goal of the Digital Defenders program is to inoculate communities against election disinformation and fear-based propaganda. Through group trainings, we ensure that our activists avoid perpetuating misinformation while amplifying effective, values-based messaging. Our timely training programs and a custom-built online learning platform make these resources accessible to a wide audience.

Why it matters

The internet is a powerful machine for organizing and mobilizing—but it’s also a place where misinformation can spread far and wide and fast. Our Digital Defenders program strengthens the backbone of our movement, ensuring that we remain a cohesive and powerful force for progressive change. By equipping individuals with the skills and tools to navigate and counter misinformation in the digital landscape, we are safeguarding not just our movement but our democracy itself.

How to join us

We invite CREDO Mobile members and supporters to join our Digital Defenders feminist cyber-force. As a Digital Defender, you’ll be part of a proactive movement to protect feminist values and democracy from those who seek to undermine them. Together, we can ensure that our movement continues to grow and succeed, safeguarding our rights and freedoms for generations to come.

Ready to join? Sign up here.