See you in Annapolis! Image by Dan Reed used with permission.

Help make a difference! Join Greater Greater Washington, Coalition for Smarter Growth, and Montgomery for All in Annapolis for a Housing Advocacy Day.

This is a crucial time to share our stories about why abundant, affordable housing matters to Marylanders, and ask our elected leaders to take action. No previous state legislature experience required—we’ll train you in everything you need to know to be an effective advocate for sustainable, inclusive housing policy!

Join us at Annapolis City Hall at 9:00 am for coffee and donuts, and we’ll go over what to expect and how you can most effectively communicate with your legislators. Then, we’ll head over to the House and Senate and meet with representatives from Montgomery County and Prince George’s County to advocate for key housing legislation . Register here .

TranspoBINGO 2025: Active Transit Social: Come to Metrobar for a fun, social evening as a week of #TranspoBINGO events wrap up (running February 27 - March 6)! It’s not just about drinks—this is a chance to meet fellow players, share your experiences, and discuss how we can continue to advocate for better, more inclusive public transportation. Whether you’ve marked off a few squares or completed the whole board , this is your chance to tell your stories and celebrate the collective effort to shape the future of transit.

See you there to socialize, reflect, and connect with the community working for positive change in our public spaces and transportation systems! More information and sign up here .

Empowering Women in a Changing World: Celebrate International Women’s Day, by honoring the resilience, leadership, and contributions of women across the globe. This special gathering will feature insightful reflections, inspiring conversations, and a keynote address from Maryland’s Lt. Governor Aruna Miller who has championed advocacy, leadership, and community engagement throughout her career. More information and register here .

DSA Social Housing Campaign - March Meet Up: Come join Metro DC DSA’s Social Housing working group to learn about and plug in to the movement to fight for social housing in DC! There will be a meeting followed by a happy hour. RSVP here .

Save the Date!

Smart Growth America’s Equity Summit returns to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, DC, on March 26 & 27, 2025. Stay tuned for more information on speakers, panels, and workshops. Jerusalem Demsas, staff writer at The Atlantic and thought leader on housing, urban policy, and economic equity, will be the keynote speaker this year.

The Equity Summit isn’t just a gathering; it’s a call to action. Whether you’re working on the ground in your community, influencing policy at the state or national level, or seeking innovative solutions to complex challenges, this event will provide the tools, connections, and inspiration to keep moving equity forward—even when the path isn’t easy. More information and buy tickets here .

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Tricia (she/her) is the Communications Fellow for GGWash. Her time in DC for the past six years was spent slinging groceries and writing orders at Trader Joe’s. In her previous work in Pittsburgh, she was a Digital Content Manager for a private trade journal and Communications and Marketing Manager for an outdoor recreation non-profit. She misses having a daily bicycle commute and is determined to get back in the saddle, while advocating for safer streets for all. She resides in Columbia Heights with her spouse, who is a Transportation Planner. In her free time, you can find her playing roleplaying games and camping with nerds in the woods.