If you’ve ever organized alone in your community, wondering if anyone else is doing this work the way you are, Leadership Academy 2.0 was built for you. Moms and caregivers from across the country gathered in the Hudson Valley, NY, for a weekend of hands-on training, strategy, and fearless conversation that happens when moms and […]
With these words, Massachusetts Attorney General (AG) Andrea Campbell anchored her remarks to the Mothers Out Front Massachusetts State Assembly, grounding the room in a moment of calm and connection. Speaking to an audience of parents, caregivers, and community members, she acknowledged the emotional weight many people carry today—anxiety, fear, and uncertainty. She encouraged the group to lean on each other for strength, and to look to the faces of children when seeking to overcome despair.
“Do not be afraid.” Reflections from AG Campbell at the Massachusetts State Assembly Read More »
On a Sunday in early March, nearly 100 mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers gathered at Framingham State University. From Winthrop to Cambridge to Brookline and a dozen towns in between, members came together to fight for our children’s future. Some have been doing this work for years; some showed up for the first time. All fighting
Nearly 100 Gathered in Massachusetts to Fight for Our Children’s Future Read More »
On March 13, community leaders and climate organizations, including Mothers Out Front gathered for a rally in Tarrytown, NY to defend New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). MOF Westchester Rivertowns took the lead, organizing a powerful rally that brought together families, students, environmental advocates, and elected officials.
Moms in Westchester Rally to Defend Climate Law Read More »
After years of determined advocacy by Mothers Out Front members and our allies in the Renewable Heat Now campaign, New York State has officially repealed the outdated and harmful “100 Foot Rule.”
A Major Win for Families and Climate: Repealing New York’s 100 Foot Rule Read More »
On October 28, Mothers Out Front members, families, and local leaders gathered at The Blue Pig in Croton-on-Hudson to send a clear message to Governor Kathy Hochul that it’s time to repeal New York’s outdated and unfair “100 Foot Rule.” The rule currently forces ratepayers to cover the cost of extending gas lines up to
No More Tricks: New Yorkers Rally to End the 100-Foot Rule Read More »
This weekend, more than 100 New Yorkers, including over 30 members of Mothers Out Front teams, came together in Peekskill to make one thing clear: families across Westchester County are done with fossil fuels.
Families March in Peekskill to Stop Trump’s Fracked Gas Pipeline Read More »
The Trump Administration’s Department of Health and Human Services released a much-awaited strategy report today, detailing more than 100 proposals for actions to improve American children’s health. While there are promising ideas in this report, it is primarily a list of ideas rather than a coherent action plan for child wellness, and does not include limiting pesticides and ultraprocessed foods.
You’ve probably read the headlines proclaiming that solar is now the cheapest form of electricity in history. That sounds amazing, right? But as moms managing grocery bills, school supplies, and rising energy costs, we have to ask, is it cheap for families like mine or cheap for utility companies and big developers only? The answer is: both—but in different ways. Let’s break it down.
Sun Day Solar Series: Solar Is Cheap, But What Does That Mean for My Family? Read More »
When it comes to health, solar energy does more than just protect us from immediate pollutants. By reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, solar energy can help tackle the larger, more insidious health risks associated with climate change. As the global climate warms, we face an increase in extreme weather events like heat waves, wildfires, and floods—all of which have devastating consequences for public health.
Sun Day Solar Series: Is Solar Safe for My Family Read More »
