Tag Archives: Vagina Monologues

Rising With Confidence…by Lea Caughlan of The Rubber Rose

What does a sex shop have to do with ending violence against women and girls? A lot. Before I even thought about selling sex toys, I thought about the intersection of capitalism and relationships and how it affects women and … Continue reading

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RISING…by Eve Ensler (2:14 pm)

Written in Kerala for the women of India who lead the way This could have been anywhere And was Mexico City Manila Mumbai Manhattan Nighttime men waiting like wolves Drooling for prey behind that single dimly painted door paying nothing … Continue reading

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San Diego, We Rise With You…by Shael Norris of V-Day

Dear V-Day San Diego, I am so honored and proud to be a part of such amazingness happening all around the globe.  What you have done in San Diego has rippled and inspired organizers everywhere to go bigger and bolder … Continue reading

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Introducing “One Billion Rising” by Maynard Dean Wade featuring the San Diego V-Day Crew

Scroll down to see the video, but first… “One Billion Rising” by Maynard Dean Wade (On the Mend – EP) We are so proud to release our amazing music video promoting our One Billion Rising events in San Diego.  Our … Continue reading

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The Revolution Starts Within…by Carla Nell, San Diego Co-Producer, One Billion Rising

In San Diego in 1998, I produced and directed Viveca Lindfors’ play, I Am Woman.  It was my first community offering – a one-woman show performed by a multi-woman cast.  It was also my first step in  understanding the link between … Continue reading

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Rising Into Power…by Dr. Pat Washington, Scholar and Activist

On February 14, 2013, one billion women and the people who love us will be gathering around the world to celebrate V-Day’s 15th Anniversary. Eve Ensler has invited us to WALK OUT, DANCE, RISE UP, and DEMAND an end to violence … Continue reading

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Ten Years Later… by Rhiannon Jones

“Carla Nell and I are wondering if you would be willing to direct The Vagina Monologues this year.” “Oh. Wow.” Long pause. “Oh. Wow.” Another. This went on for another few minutes. Me “Oh, wow-ing.” Silence on the other end … Continue reading

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