South Queens Women’s March is excited to announce our annual Back to School Giveaway and Pantry will be held this Saturday, August 29 at 11am sharp at our office located at 130-01 Liberty Avenue, Unit 1R, Queens, NY. We will be offering free groceries and produce, bread, back to school supplies, period products, gender-based and domestic violence resources, voter resources, and more! Live music will be provided by DJ Keshan! 

We give special thanks to all who generously donated to our drive to provide school supplies for local youth (you know who you are and we are so grateful) and to our steadfast community partners:
Gitto Farmers Market @gittofarmers
Chhaya CDC @chhayacdc
Shivram’s Bakery @shivramsbakery
DJ Keshan @dj_keshan

Do help us spread the word by liking and sharing this flyer!

#thisiswhatcommunitylookslike#teamworkmakesthedreamwork #foodjustice #foodinsecurity#culturallyresponsivefood

We are so excited to announce our Third Annual Art Healing Tea Party on Friday, August 21, 2026 @ 7 PM. Dress in your favorite tea party attire that makes you feel confident and come ready to discuss the importance of using art as a form of emotional expression. This event is free, however space is limited.

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

✨ You’re invited! 🎨✊

Join us for Rise Up & Create: Art for Action, a youth-led community art experience created by our incredible Rise Up & Lead Summer Youth Interns!

Over the past few weeks, our youth have been learning about leadership, civic engagement, and community organizing while working together to bring this event to life. From developing the concept to planning every detail, this event reflects their creativity, passion, and vision for creating positive change in their community.

Come celebrate the power of art as a tool for social justice by creating artwork inspired by a cause you care about. Your piece will become part of our community gallery, highlighting the voices and stories that matter most to our community.

🗓 Tuesday, August 11
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 South Queens Women’s March Office
130-01 Liberty Ave, Unit 1R
South Richmond Hill, NY 11419

🎨 No artistic experience needed—just bring your creativity and your voice!

#RiseUpAndLead #ArtForAction #YouthLeadership#CommunityArt #SouthQueensWomensMarch

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

South Queens Women’s March (SQWM) is excited to announce that we are hosting Rise Up & Lead, our fourth annual summer youth leadership institute this summer 2026, on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12 from 2pm-5pm located at our office at 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill New York, 11419. Our final day in the program, Graduation Day, will be held on on Wednesday, August 12 from 2-5pm. Optional field trips and activities throughout the program will be announced.

This program is tailored for those aged 14-21 if all genders. Youth will learn how to develop leadership skills, including public speaking and grassroots organizing, build self-esteem and mental wellness, promote gender equity and more!

Please note registration is required due to limited space and all participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. Participants who have attended all sessions of the program will receive a $125 stipend upon completion.

This program is free but registration is required. Due to seating capacity, we will have to limit registration.

What: South Queens Women’s March Summer Youth Leadership Institute

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays from July 20 through August 12; Graduation Day held on on Wednesday, August 12; with optional field trips to be announced.

Where: 130-01 Liberty Avenue Unit 1R, Richmond Hill, NY 11419

Time: 2pm-5pm

Join the Caribbean Equality Project for our public launch of New York City’s first Indo-Caribbean-centered curriculum.

The Caribbean Equality Project is proud to have developed this ten-lesson unit, “Indian/Asian/Caribbean/American at the Margins,” written by Dr. Ryan Persadie, which introduces students in Grades 6–12 to Indo-Caribbean history, identity, and belonging in NYC. The curriculum explores how these identities are shaped, challenged, and redefined by migration and lived experience. The workshop includes a 30-minute presentation and training for educators, students, community leaders, and service providers on using the curriculum across learning spaces.

South Queens Women’s March is excited to announce our annual Caribbean Heritage and Pride Month Pantry will be held on Sunday, June 28 at 1pm sharp at our office located at 130-01 Liberty Avenue, Unit 1R, Queens, NY. We will be offering free groceries and produce, bread, period products, gender-based and domestic violence resources, voter resources, and more! Live music will be provided by DJ Keshan! 

We give special thanks to our steadfast community partners:
Gitto Farmers Market @gittofarmers
For Women, By Women Period @forwomenbywomenperiod
Asian American Federation @aafederation
Singh’s Roti Shop & Bar @singhsrotishop
Tropical Isle Roti Shop & Bakery @tropicalislerotishop
Shivram’s Bakery @shivramsbakery
DJ Keshan @dj_keshan

Do help us spread the word by sharing this flyer!

#thisiswhatcommunitylookslike#teamworkmakesthedreamwork#foodjustice#foodinsecurity#culturallyresponsivefood

We are excited to be rolling out yet another year of our prom dress giveaway! Join us in partnership with Maya Smiles Project as we transform our office into a dress boutique for the day and offer free prom dresses to local youth! Dresses are in limited sizes and will be offered on a first come first serve basis. Please help us spread the word!

Join South Queens Women’s March for Part IV of our 2026 Mentorship Series — a vibrant evening celebrating Creative Arts 🎨✨

Hear from creatives across design, digital media, music, branding, and entrepreneurship as they share their journeys, experiences, and advice on building a career in the arts and creative industries.

📅 Thursday, June 4th, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM

🎤 Featuring:
🎨 Paola Delucca — Associate Design Director
🎨 Mia Fermindoza — Live & Digital Director
🎨 Ustad Kamal Sabri — Singer
🎨 Seeta Kanhai — Associate Creative Director
🎨 Dr. Ashvini Persaud — Creative Business Owner

Moderated by SQWM member Anil Persaud 🌟

Whether you’re an artist, student, entrepreneur, content creator, or someone exploring a creative path, this session is designed to inspire meaningful conversation, mentorship, collaboration, and community.

Come ready to ask questions, network with intention, gain insight into the creative industry, and invest in your passions and future. Representation in the arts matters — and so does community. 💫

#SQWM #SouthQueensWomensMarch #MentorshipSeries #CreativeArts #CareerDevelopment

Join South Queens Women’s March for Part III of our 2026 Mentorship Series — an impactful evening highlighting Health Care Practitioners 🩺✨

Hear from professionals across pharmacy operations, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, and physician assistant studies as they share their experiences, career journeys, challenges, and advice for those pursuing careers in healthcare.

📅 Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM

🎤 Featuring:
🩺 Deborah Doodnauth — Pharmacy Operations Manager
🩺 Kyle Wyskida — Rad Tech, University Diagnostic Medical Imaging
🩺 Navindra Tajeshwar — Chief Medical Resident of Internal Medicine
🩺 Dayna Saywack — Physician Assistant Student

Moderated by SQWM member Kirk Persaud 🌟

Whether you’re a student, aspiring healthcare professional, recent graduate, or someone exploring a future in medicine and wellness, this session is designed to create space for mentorship, guidance, networking, and meaningful conversation.

Come ready to ask questions, gain insight into the healthcare field, build connections, and invest in your future. Representation in healthcare matters — and so does community. 💫

#SQWM #SouthQueensWomensMarch #MentorshipSeries #HealthcareProfessionals #CareerDevelopment

Join South Queens Women’s March for Part II of our 2026 Mentorship Series — an empowering evening centered on Law ⚖✨

Hear from accomplished professionals across legal services, government, immigration law, corporate law, and public policy as they share their career journeys, experiences, and advice for those interested in pursuing paths in law and advocacy.

📅 Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM

🎤 Featuring:
⚖ Priam Saywack — Deputy Director, Queens Legal Services
⚖ Aminta Kilawan — Senior Legislative Attorney, NYC Council
⚖ Shantel Smart — Corporate Lawyer
⚖ Nejat Güvensoy — U.S Immigration & Business Attorney, Adj. Professor, Fuller & Fuller LLP

Moderated by SQWM member Deborah Doodnauth 🌟

Whether you’re a student, aspiring attorney, advocate, professional, or someone passionate about justice and community impact, this session is designed to inspire meaningful conversation, mentorship, and connection.

Come ready to ask questions, network with intention, gain insight into the legal field, and invest in your future. Representation in law matters — and so does community. 💫

#SQWM #SouthQueensWomensMarch #MentorshipSeries #WomenInLaw #CareerDevelopment

Join South Queens Women’s March for Part I of our 2026 Mentorship Series — an inspiring evening focused on Technology 💻✨

Connect with professionals across tech, data, infrastructure, customer success, academia, and marketing as they share their journeys, insights, challenges, and advice for those looking to grow in the field.

📅 Monday, June 1st, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM

🎤 Featuring:
💻 Sabrina Mohan — Lenovo, Senior Creator Marketing Specialist
💻 David Saywack — Senior Manager, Infrastructure Technology, LDI Connect
💻 Mei Ling — Computer Scientist & Adjunct Lecturer
💻 Anil Persaud — Senior Data Analyst, Optum, United Health Group
💻 Jennifer Persaud — Senior Enterprise Customer Success Manager

Moderated by SQWM member Afeza Rozario 🌟

Whether you’re a student, creative, aspiring entrepreneur, career changer, or established professional, this session is designed to create space for learning, mentorship, networking, and meaningful conversation.

Come ready to ask questions, gain insight, build connections, and invest in your future. Representation in tech matters — and so does community. 💫

#SQWM #SouthQueensWomensMarch #MentorshipSeries #WomenInTech #CareerDevelopment

Ready to build your money skills and plan for your future? Join Saving for Your Future — a hands-on financial literacy workshop series for youth ages 14–21 in Woodhaven, Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, and South Ozone Park (ZIPs 11421, 11419, 11420).

Through 5–7 interactive Saturday sessions, you’ll learn real-life skills like budgeting, saving, banking, credit, investing, and smart spending with fun activities, guest speakers, and the South Queens Women’s March team.

April 4 – May 16 | 10AM–1PM
SQWM Office: 130-01 Liberty Ave Unit 1R, Jamaica, NY
$250 stipend + certificate for participants

Spots are limited — apply by March 14 at 11:59 PM to invest in your future!

Ready to build your money skills and plan for your future? Join Saving for Your Future — a hands-on financial literacy workshop series for youth ages 14–21 in Woodhaven, Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, and South Ozone Park (ZIPs 11421, 11419, 11420).

Through 5–7 interactive Saturday sessions, you’ll learn real-life skills like budgeting, saving, banking, credit, investing, and smart spending with fun activities, guest speakers, and the South Queens Women’s March team.

April 4 – May 16 | 10AM–1PM
SQWM Office: 130-01 Liberty Ave Unit 1R, Jamaica, NY
$250 stipend + certificate for participants

Spots are limited — apply by March 14 at 11:59 PM to invest in your future!

Ready to build your money skills and plan for your future? Join Saving for Your Future — a hands-on financial literacy workshop series for youth ages 14–21 in Woodhaven, Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, and South Ozone Park (ZIPs 11421, 11419, 11420).

Through 5–7 interactive Saturday sessions, you’ll learn real-life skills like budgeting, saving, banking, credit, investing, and smart spending with fun activities, guest speakers, and the South Queens Women’s March team.

April 4 – May 16 | 10AM–1PM
SQWM Office: 130-01 Liberty Ave Unit 1R, Jamaica, NY
$250 stipend + certificate for participants

Spots are limited — apply by March 14 at 11:59 PM to invest in your future!

SEW IT BEGINS ✂️ WORKSHOP

Join SQWM for a hands-on sewing workshop where participants will learn how to create a keepsake pillowcase from start to finish. A guided session designed for all levels—build basic sewing skills and leave with your own finished piece.

🗓️ 26 April 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Register: tinyurl.com/SQWMSEW426

Facilitated by Oma H. 🤍

Come stitch, learn, and create something meaningful with community.

#SQWM #SewItBegins #SewingWorkshop#CommunityCare #CreativeSkills

Ready to build your money skills and plan for your future? Join Saving for Your Future — a hands-on financial literacy workshop series for youth ages 14–21 in Woodhaven, Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, and South Ozone Park (ZIPs 11421, 11419, 11420).

Through 5–7 interactive Saturday sessions, you’ll learn real-life skills like budgeting, saving, banking, credit, investing, and smart spending with fun activities, guest speakers, and the South Queens Women’s March team.

April 4 – May 16 | 10AM–1PM
SQWM Office: 130-01 Liberty Ave Unit 1R, Jamaica, NY
$250 stipend + certificate for participants

Spots are limited — apply by March 14 at 11:59 PM to invest in your future!

PhD or EdD… and where do YOU fit? 👀🎓

At South Queens Women’s March, we are committed to creating spaces where women can grow, lead, and thrive. If you’ve been thinking about pursuing a doctorate but aren’t sure where to begin, this workshop is for you.

Join us as we break down the differences, share insights, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence —no gatekeeping, just real guidance.

Come get clarity. Come get confident. Come step into your next level. ✨

📍 Virtual
🗓️ April 24th
⏰ 6:30 PM
🔗 RSVP: tinyurl.com/SQWMdoctoral

Tag a woman who needs to be a part of this conversation 👇🏽

#SQWM #WomenWhoLead #PhDvsEdD#DoctoralJourney #LevelUp

Next Sunday April 19 at 1pm sharp, you are invited to our annual pop-up food pantry in celebration of Vaisakhi in collaboration with our partners at Kaurageous Love! The pantry will take place at the Sikh Cultural Society gurdwara located at 95-30 118th Street in Richmond Hill. While supplies last, we’ll be distributing fresh bread, channa (chick peas), onions, potatoes, apples, carrots, period supplies, rice and more! We will also be distributing cultural clothing donated from our ongoing drive! Help us spread the word <3

We send much gratitude to our partners for their support in making our food security programs possible!
Gitto Farmers Market (thank you Bihari!)
For Women By Women Period
Shivram’s Bakery

#mutualaid #foodpantry #foodinsecurity#periodpoverty 

It’s going to be a busy weekend for SQWM! Join us as we partner with @hindusforhumanrights @hfhrnewyork at Sarvamgala Sri Saneeswara Temple on April 19th morning for a lovely inclusive havan including an opening and pravachan by Pandita Pratima Doobay @shrideviarts , a devotional singer and interfaith Hindu priest. Everyone is welcome here regardless of age, gender, sexuality, or religion. Join us afterwards for prasad as well. If interested, please RSVP below using the button!

What: Progressive Havan

Where: Sri Saneeswara Temple

When: Sunday, April 19th from 10-12pm

Open to all! Please share widely!